Times Square ball drops for July 4th, America250 celebration

The Times Square ball is set to drop eight times this July 4 weekend, marking midnight in every U.S. time zone. Here's how to watch.

3 injured in downtown Dallas motorcycle crash

Dallas police are investigating after three people were injured when a car struck a motorcycle downtown early Friday morning.

Times Square ball to drop 8 times in New York City: Timeline, other details

Eight Times Square ball drops to commemorate America's 250th birthday will take place into Saturday morning. Here's how many times the ball will drop in NYC.

Dallas July 4 road closures aim to prevent gridlocks
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The city of Dallas is going into the holiday weekend with a warning about what can happen when celebrations get out of hand. And to avoid a repeat, they've got a new plan to tackle the problems.

5 alleged gang members indicted for murder, kidnapping
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Five alleged members of a Venezuelan gang have been indicted on federal charges for murder, kidnapping, and other violent crimes. The victims include a man and two children in Farmers Branch.

Video allegedly shows Pooh Shiesty robbing Gucci Mane at Dallas recording studio

Federal prosecutors revealed new video evidence showing rapper Pooh Shiesty allegedly using an AK-style pistol to kidnap and extort Gucci Mane at a Dallas recording studio back in January.

Mansfield hosts July 4 drone show
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There will be an impressive drone and fireworks show in the sky in Mansfield tonight to celebrate Independence Day. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin got a preview of the drone technology.

DPD warns against illegal fireworks, gunfire
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This Fourth of July weekend, Dallas police will try a new strategy to combat illegal fireworks and gunfire, as well as prevent traffic gridlocks. It will mean some new road closures in the areas where holiday events are happening.

Plano Mexican restaurant packed after owner’s 15-year-old daughter makes viral plea

A 15-year-old girl made a plea for help on social media to get more people into her dad's restaurant. The idea worked – not because it was clever marketing, but because it was an honest message from a daughter about her father.

Fourth of July: Dallas adds road closures, celebratory gunfire ban

Dallas police are implementing a new safety strategy this Fourth of July weekend to increase security, curb illegal celebratory gunfire, and prevent severe traffic gridlock.

Mansfield hosts Fourth of July drone and fireworks show

The Mansfield Rocks July 4 celebration in North Texas will feature a massive fireworks and a Sky Elements pyro drone show launched from the Mansfield Skinner Sports Complex to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday.

LBJ, Beyonce, Willie Nelson top this list of most influential Texans

It's no secret that Texans have had tremendous influence over all aspects of America and American culture, from politics, to food, to entertainment, to sports there's likely been a Texan involved.

Video: Small fire sparks at Disney World's 'it's a small world' after portable charger ignites

Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.

Abbott proposes ban on rural data centers after shifting stance

Gov. Greg Abbott proposed a ban on rural Texas AI data centers and called to eliminate their tax breaks, marking a shift from his prior support as residents increasingly oppose the facilities over water, electricity, and noise concerns.

Texas Republicans want the state to deny birth certificates for children of non-citizens

Some Texas Republicans are calling on the state to deny birth certificates to babies when their parents are not citizens of the United States following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that affirmed automatic citizenship for most people born in the United States.

TxDOT launches July 4 DWI crackdown in partnership with North Texas mother

A TxDOT Fourth of July "Drive Sober, No Regrets" campaign features a Frisco mother who lost her daughter to a drunken driver, as Texas police ramp up holiday weekend DWI enforcement to prevent crashes.

Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool

Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.