Addison Kaboom Town returns with in-person fireworks show Saturday
One of the country's biggest and best Fourth of July fireworks shows returns after going virtual last year.
One of the country's biggest and best Fourth of July fireworks shows returns after going virtual last year.
Dallas PD launches public safety task force ahead of July 4th weekend
In addition to answering calls about fireworks and gunshots, the Dallas police chief says officers will be enforcing the violent crime reduction plan. They'll also be on the lookout for aggressive drivers in light of recent road rage incidents.
In addition to answering calls about fireworks and gunshots, the Dallas police chief says officers will be enforcing the violent crime reduction plan. They'll also be on the lookout for aggressive drivers in light of recent road rage incidents.
July 4, Juneteenth and the meaning of national holidays
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.
Arlington launches website for firework complaints ahead of July Fourth weekend
Setting off fireworks within city limits is illegal in Arlington. Yet, the city still receives an average of 1,000 calls a day during the Fourth of July weekend, tying up emergency phone lines. This year, they’re hoping their new website cuts that number down dramatically.
Setting off fireworks within city limits is illegal in Arlington. Yet, the city still receives an average of 1,000 calls a day during the Fourth of July weekend, tying up emergency phone lines. This year, they’re hoping their new website cuts that number down dramatically.
2021 Fourth of July Fireworks & Events in North Texas
Several Fourth of July festivals, fireworks shows and parades are returning for 2021 after being canceled last year because of the pandemic. Here’s a list of events happening in North Texas celebrating Independence Day.
Several Fourth of July festivals, fireworks shows and parades are returning for 2021 after being canceled last year because of the pandemic. Here’s a list of events happening in North Texas celebrating Independence Day.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Klyde Warren Park hosts Independence Day event Saturday, along with fireworks
North Texas will see one of the first major fireworks shows Saturday evening out at Klyde Warren Park.
North Texas will see one of the first major fireworks shows Saturday evening out at Klyde Warren Park.
Free tickets for Addison Kaboom Town available starting Monday
Free tickets to get into Addison Circle Park for Kaboom Town are expected to go quickly once they are available at 10 a.m. on Monday.
Free tickets to get into Addison Circle Park for Kaboom Town are expected to go quickly once they are available at 10 a.m. on Monday.
Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
Fort Worth’s Opal Lee attends White House signing of Juneteenth bill
After years of persistence and hundreds of miles walked, 94-year-old Opal Lee's mission to make Juneteenth a federal holiday has become a reality. She was even able to see her hard work brought to life in person.
After years of persistence and hundreds of miles walked, 94-year-old Opal Lee's mission to make Juneteenth a federal holiday has become a reality. She was even able to see her hard work brought to life in person.
Biden signs bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas — two months after the Confederacy had surrendered.
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas — two months after the Confederacy had surrendered.
94-year-old Opal Lee continues her quest to make Juneteenth a national holiday
The Fort Worth woman nicknamed ‘the grandmother of Juneteenth’ wants to see you move this weekend. Lee is no match for naysayers or the predicted extreme heat.
The Fort Worth woman nicknamed ‘the grandmother of Juneteenth’ wants to see you move this weekend. Lee is no match for naysayers or the predicted extreme heat.
White House July 4 party will celebrate independence from COVID-19
President Biden wants to give July 4th new meaning this year and is also encouraging nationwide celebrations to mark the country’s effective return to normalcy.
President Biden wants to give July 4th new meaning this year and is also encouraging nationwide celebrations to mark the country’s effective return to normalcy.
Organizers unveil plans for 2021 Juneteenth festival at Fair Park
The celebration on Saturday, June 19, starts with a march into the park and features cultural performances, concerts, a car and bike show, vendors and more.
The celebration on Saturday, June 19, starts with a march into the park and features cultural performances, concerts, a car and bike show, vendors and more.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show to return, full-scale
A full-scale fireworks show by Macy's will return this year to celebrate the nation's independence and the rebirth of New York City.
A full-scale fireworks show by Macy's will return this year to celebrate the nation's independence and the rebirth of New York City.
Fireworks, parade return for Fourth of July in Arlington
Arlington's Independence Day parade, which the city claims is the largest in Texas, will return on July 5 after being canceled in 2020.
Arlington's Independence Day parade, which the city claims is the largest in Texas, will return on July 5 after being canceled in 2020.
Walmart to close all U.S. stores on Thanksgiving as 'thank you' to employees
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day 2021 with a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, a monument steeped in history and mystery.
President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day 2021 with a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, a monument steeped in history and mystery.
Alabama teen headed to the Air Force donates hair to kids battling cancer
17-year-old Kieran Moise is heading to the US Air Force Academy in the fall, and decided he wanted to donate his hair to be used for wigs for children battling cancer. In addition to donating 19 inches of hair, he also raised $20,000 for St. Jude.
17-year-old Kieran Moise is heading to the US Air Force Academy in the fall, and decided he wanted to donate his hair to be used for wigs for children battling cancer. In addition to donating 19 inches of hair, he also raised $20,000 for St. Jude.