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Hawaii man dies after launching fireworks in parking lot on the Fourth of July
Police say a 20-year-old man has died after setting off fireworks in Hawaii on the Fourth of July holiday.
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San Diego volunteers pick up nearly 3,000 pounds of trash left behind at beaches on 4th of July
Volunteers flocked to San Diego County beaches Wednesday to clean up the mess left by Fourth of July beachgoers, collecting 2,832 pounds of trash.
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Firework thrown from truck at group sitting on porch
An unidentified person threw a large firework at a home on July 4, while a family and some friends were sitting on the front porch.
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Leave fireworks to shows and pros in San Diego County
Lighting up fireworks in San Diego County is illegal. Even the sparklers.
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From afterthought to national symbol: Here's why the American Flag wasn't always revered as it is today
Though flags proliferate every July 4, they would have been rare during early Independence Day celebrations. Only in the mid-19th century does the U.S. flag become a permanent fixture at the White House, scholars believe.
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All San Diego beach parking lots reach max capacity on Fourth of July: SDPD
By 1:25 p.m. Tuesday, San Diego police warned Fourth of July celebrators that all San Diego beach parking lots were either at or close to maximum capacity.
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Rain or shine, millions across the US brave severe weather to celebrate Fourth of July
Americans braved rain, heat, and divisions to celebrate Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and hot dog eating contests across the country
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Robots to help in post-July Fourth cleanup effort at Lake Tahoe
Beach-cleaning robots will join an army of volunteers in picking up trash along Lake Tahoe’s shoreline following Fourth of July celebrations this year.
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Joey Chestnut wins record 16th Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Miki Sudo claimed a ninth title before stormy weather moved in and delayed the men’s competition.
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Texas Fourth of July drone show sets new Guinness World Record
Monday night’s Fourth of July drone show in North Richland Hills set a new Guinness World Record.
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What's open, closed for Fourth of July in San Diego
On the 4th of July, the United States observes a federal holiday in honor of the Declaration of Independence.
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City of El Cajon hopes residents don't call 911 unnecessarily this Fourth of July
Independence Day is always challenging for dispatchers and first responders. Not only do people light illegal fireworks, but some people also get injured by them or cause fires.
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Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest holds weigh-in ahead of Fourth of July competition
The weigh-in was held Monday for the Fourth of July spectacle known as the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest.
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A list of stores staying open (and closed) on July 4th in 2023
Get your favorite nationwide retailer’s Independence Day hours in one spot.
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Illinois man in critical condition after firework exploded in his face
A commercial-grade firework exploded in the face of an Illinois man as he was investigating why it hadn’t detonated. Investigators in Lake County say the 58-year-old man was looking into the tube containing the firework when it launched and exploded Sunday night. He is in critical condition at a hospital. Following the accident, authorities turned over other fireworks the man...
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With a record number of travelers expected to drive this July 4, here's how to save on gas
Pent-up travel demand will prompt more people to hit the road this holiday weekend. These tips can help drivers save on gas.
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Come and get it! Free gas for veterans, military and Honda drivers on Monday in Escondido
Helpful San Diego Honda Dealers are celebrating the Fourth of July by pumping up free gas for veterans, active and retired military and Honda drivers in Escondido!
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2023 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest: How to watch, records, more
Fourth of July signals the return of the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. Here’s how to watch the New York-based competition in 2023.
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Fanfare and boos marked July Fourth for presidents. Zachary Taylor's was the worst
Some presidents have inserted themselves front and center on Independence Day.
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Five ways to protect your pets during the Fourth of July
Fireworks aren’t much fun for many dogs, cats and other animals. Here’s how to keep them safe during a loud Fourth of July weekend.