Weather impacts Twin Cities 4th of July festivities
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Weather has impacted the Fourth of July activities in the Twin Cities. FOX 9's Leon Purvis and Mike Manzoni have more. 

150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon

One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens. 

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary

America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.

Pope Leo XIV delivers Liberty Medal reception address
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On Friday, Pope Leo XIV accepted the Liberty Medal from the U.S. National Constitution Center, dedicated to his “lifelong commitment to promoting religious liberty and freedom” on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary.

July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US

On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.

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.

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.

Local historian tells Minnesota's patriotism through soldier letters
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As we approach America's 250th birthday, patriotism is running high. Minnesota has a long history with a deep sense of patriotism. In the 1860s as the county was divided over slavery, young Minnesota men stepped up and volunteered to defend and fight for the principles the United States was established on. Local author and historian Hampton Smith tells the stories of patriotism through letters written by soldiers. FOX 9's Randy Meier has more.

Capitol Mall in Washington D.C. has new look for America 250
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The Washington D.C. National Mall has a new look as the nation gets ready to celebrate 250 years on Saturday. FOX's Rebekah Castor shows us how the country's history is front and center.

Minnesota 4th of July fireworks: Where to watch

This year, the Fourth of July is on a Saturday as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence.

Fourth of July cookout prices hit record high as America celebrates 250th birthday

Americans preparing to hold a Fourth of July barbecue this weekend will face higher costs for their burgers and hot dogs amid stubborn inflation, a new report finds.