WATCH: Tall ships parade down NYC's East River; best viewing spots

Watch as a parade of "Class B" tall ships parade down the East River in NYC in celebration and anticipation of America's 250th birthday on the 4th of July!

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.

Sail4th 250 weather forecast in NYC: Extreme heat builds before parade of tall ships

Extreme heat is expected to build across the NYC region before the Sail4th 250 celebration, with millions preparing for outdoor America 250 events around New York Harbor.

Sail4th 250 in NYC: Ship information, weather forecast, tickets and more

Towering ships from around the world are filling the New York Harbor to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Here's everything to know about Sail4th 250 in NYC.

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.

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.

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.

MTA closing 1 entrance to Penn Station through Friday

The MTA is closing one entrance to Penn Station for the next few days, and are asking LIRR travelers to consider traveling through Grand Central or Atlantic Terminal instead.

Explosion erupts as firefighters investigate apartment complex

Dramatic video captured the moment an explosion erupted inside the electrical room of a Tacoma, Washington, apartment complex as firefighters investigated reports of smoke.