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For some in Seattle, July 4 was about protest instead of celebration
A rally at Seattle Central College attracted Seattle-area residents who said they didn't feel much like celebrating this ...
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Mississippi Coast island catches fire during Biloxi's July 4 fireworks show, video shows
The island is not inhabited by people but is close enough to the coastline that it can be seen from Highway 90. Photos of the ...
Birmingham residents fed up with July 4th celebratory gunfire tradition. But will it stop?
As 4th of July celebrations commence, Birmingham residents should remember that fireworks and celebratory gunfire are not ...
Books on the Fourth of July: A mix of (mostly) fiction for the holiday heat
Looking for something to read in between the barbecues and fireworks? Try this mix of novels, short stories, poetry and more.
Photos: July Fourth celebrations across the country
It's been 249 years since the Declaration of Independence was passed by the Continental Congress in 1776, which the holiday ...
Crowds fill Downtown Nashville for 'Let Freedom Sing' July 4th event with music, fireworks
Thousands of Nashvillians and visitors made their way to Lower Broadway to celebrate Independence Day at the "Let Freedom ...
Cubs celebrate Fourth of July with franchise-record fireworks show — eight homers to blast Cardinals
The Cubs, a franchise dating back to 1876, hit more homers in a single game Friday than they ever did before, with an octet ...
Winnemac Park hosts 2nd annual fireworks-free July 4th celebration; neighbors hope it's here to stay
"Hopefully, this becomes an annual event that just grows bigger and bigger every year," said Jeff Graves, who has lived in ...