From one July Fourth to the next, a look at how the year has changed

From “celebrating independence” of COVID-19 to being thrust into the tightening grip of inflation, many things look different from the last Fourth of July.

July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies

From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.

DNR plans intoxicated boating crackdown for July 4 holiday weekend

Plans to celebrate freedom and independence this weekend will also be met with extra law enforcement cracking down on drunken boating.

July 4 pet safety: Helpful tips to protect your pets during fireworks celebrations

The sound of fireworks may scare your pet so much that they run off and potentially go missing, something the American Kennel Club says tends to happen during the holiday break.

How weather impacts July Fourth firework shows

Fourth of July fireworks are seen all over the country, but there are a lot of aspects that go into putting these shows on - especially in the weather department.

7 family-friendly alternatives to 4th of July fireworks

The American Pyrotechnics Association says more than 14,000 firework displays will light up the sky on Independence Day.

Some 4th of July fireworks being replaced with drones due to fire concerns

With the increased fire danger throughout many areas of the Southwest, cities are looking to alternatives for their Fourth of July shows.

Juneteenth federal holiday: What’s open and closed on Monday

This is the first year Juneteenth is being widely recognized as a federal holiday, which means many offices and businesses will be closed.

Twin Cities events celebrating Juneteenth

All over the Twin Cities this weekend, events are going on in celebration of Juneteenth, the federal holiday on June 19 that commemorates the emancipation of the last enslaved Africans in America.

Memorial Day 2022: Here's a look at what's open and closed

Are banks open today? The U.S. federal holiday means some government services are closed, while many grocery stores remain open.

Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops

Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.

Airbnb expands anti-party restrictions to include Memorial Day weekend

Airbnb is reinstating its anti-party measures for the July 4th weekend and will be expanding them to include Memorial Day weekend for the first time.