Long Island fireworks guide 2026: Best places to see July 4th shows
Long Island is preparing for Fourth of July fireworks shows across Nassau and Suffolk counties as the U.S. marks America’s 250th birthday in 2026.
Long Island is preparing for Fourth of July fireworks shows across Nassau and Suffolk counties as the U.S. marks America’s 250th birthday in 2026.
Macy’s fireworks weather forecast: Extreme heat builds before July 4 show in NYC, NJ
Extreme heat is expected to continue ahead of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in NYC and NJ as America marks its 250th birthday.
Extreme heat is expected to continue ahead of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in NYC and NJ as America marks its 250th birthday.
July 4th: What's open and closed
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on July 4th, though consumers should prepare for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on July 4th, though consumers should prepare for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Who is the 'redhead named Abigail,' Taylor Swift's high school BFF?
Abigail Anderson Berard, Swift's longtime close friend, was spotted leaving the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, likely heading to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.
Abigail Anderson Berard, Swift's longtime close friend, was spotted leaving the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, likely heading to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.
New era: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, publicist says
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Emilie Kiser announces pregnancy after her son's tragic Chandler pool drowning
Emilie Kiser, an Arizona-based social media influencer, announced she is pregnant with her third child more than a year after her toddler, Trigg, died in a drowning accident.
Emilie Kiser, an Arizona-based social media influencer, announced she is pregnant with her third child more than a year after her toddler, Trigg, died in a drowning accident.
Parade of tall ships in NYC's Hudson River for July 4th, America250
New York City took center stage for America's 250th birthday by hosting an international parade of tall sailing ships. The procession drew millions and transformed the harbor into a floating tribute to America’s past and future.
New York City took center stage for America's 250th birthday by hosting an international parade of tall sailing ships. The procession drew millions and transformed the harbor into a floating tribute to America’s past and future.
The last time MSG hosted a wedding, 4,000 people got married
The last time Madison Square Garden hosted a wedding, 4,000 members of the Unification Church said, "I do."
The last time Madison Square Garden hosted a wedding, 4,000 members of the Unification Church said, "I do."
Brazil, Norway round of 16 preview: World Cup knockout clash in New York New Jersey Stadium
Brazil and Norway are bringing World Cup knockout soccer to East Rutherford, where Erling Haaland and Norway will try to pull off a major upset against one of the tournament’s biggest powers.
Brazil and Norway are bringing World Cup knockout soccer to East Rutherford, where Erling Haaland and Norway will try to pull off a major upset against one of the tournament’s biggest powers.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding guest list: Here's who may be invited
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding guest list is already generating buzz, with reports suggesting the couple's big day will include a star-studded mix of family, close friends and celebrity guests.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding guest list is already generating buzz, with reports suggesting the couple's big day will include a star-studded mix of family, close friends and celebrity guests.
Swimmer bitten by shark at Jones Beach on Long Island
A swimmer was bitten by a shark on Friday afternoon at Jones Beach, according to FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg.
A swimmer was bitten by a shark on Friday afternoon at Jones Beach, according to FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg.
Medicare patients could save $1.1 billion under new Trump rule
The Trump administration says a new rule could slash prescription drug costs for Medicare patients by $1.1 billion. Here's what could change.
The Trump administration says a new rule could slash prescription drug costs for Medicare patients by $1.1 billion. Here's what could change.
Woman allegedly planned to kill husband, burn home amid financial struggles, sheriff says
A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.
A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.
America's most-searched ice cream brand may surprise you — and there's a healthy reason why
The most-searched ice cream brand reflects a major shift in how Americans indulge.
The most-searched ice cream brand reflects a major shift in how Americans indulge.
The most expensive celebrity weddings ever – and where Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could rank
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce making history? Rumors say their upcoming wedding could become the most expensive celebrity wedding in U.S. history.
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce making history? Rumors say their upcoming wedding could become the most expensive celebrity wedding in U.S. history.
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!
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.
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.
Anthropologists use DNA to identify remains of Revolutionary War soldier who died in 1780
Thanks to DNA, relatives of an American Revolutionary War soldier now know the name of their long-lost cousin who died in 1780 at the Battle of Camden.
Thanks to DNA, relatives of an American Revolutionary War soldier now know the name of their long-lost cousin who died in 1780 at the Battle of Camden.
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.
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.
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.