FOURTH OF JULY

Hey H-town, I hope you all had a safe and beautiful 4th of July.

New York and the nation’s capital once again wowed the country with scintillating shows.

Fireworks lit up the sky at Eleanor Tinsley Park for Shell Freedom Over Texas.

Thousands of people celebrated July 4th in Lindale Park on Houston’s north side.

While the Fourth of July is a time of celebration for many, it can also be a stressful day for pets.

Eating superstar Joey “Jaws” Chestnut shook off a rain delay and gobbled his way to another win at Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

Happy Fourth of July! The City of Houston is gearing up for its huge celebration: Shell Freedom Over Texas.

The laser show is scheduled to take place over Lake Superior at the town’s Lower Harbor.

Your drink of choice on the Fourth of July might be an ice-cold beer or the always-faithful White Claw, but in case you want to celebrate with a colorful cocktail, we’ve got a few recipes for you to add in some fun.

Happy Independence Day! Arguably the best day for fireworks is here.

With the Fourth of July just two days away, airports across the country are dealing with flight delays and cancellations.

We are on day 18 with a heat alert for SE Texas

Celebrating the 4th of July is one of the highlights of summer, and if you’re going to be lighting off fireworks, you’ll need some patriotic songs to go along.

With a flood of visitors and tourists expected, officials in the nation’s capital are mobilizing additional police officers and dozens of teams of civilian peacekeepers in an attempt to keep rising violent crime rates from marring the holiday weekend.

We are on day 18 with a heat alert for SE Texas

If you’re going out for the Fourth of July this year, there are some street closures you’ll want to look out for.

Mayor Sylvester Turner will be joined by representatives from the Houston Police Department, Houston Fire Department and MOSE to highlight ways Houstonians can celebrate safely during the Fourth of July celebrations.

There’s little relief in sight as thousands of flights have been delayed or canceled in recent days due to inclement weather and staffing shortages.

Mayor Sylvester Turner and the City of Houston need volunteers for the city's official Fourth of July Celebration.

Looking for a brilliant firework show, live music performance, a bit of exercise or a hearty meal for this Independence Day?

Mayor Sylvester Turner will reveal details, including headliners for Houston’s annual Fourth of July celebration, Shell Freedom Over Texas on Tuesday.

Much like the Fourth of July in America, Bastille Day -- known in France as la Fête nationale -- took place on July 14,1789, when French radicals stormed the Bastille, France’s most notorious political prison.

Authorities are searching for a man accused of shooting a 24-year-old back on July 4.

One Houston area business showed its love for Filipino community in an energetic Lumpia eating contest to celebrate the Fourth of July and give back to small businesses.

In the midst of the chaos of a Chicago-area parade massacre, a woman walked up to Greg Ring and handed him a 2-year-old boy, covered in blood.

Police say Robert E. Crimo, the suspected gunman who targeted an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago, fired more than 70 rounds and evaded initial capture by blending into the fleeing crowd, disguising himself in women’s clothing. Crimo was originally identified as a person of interest, but authorities said formal charges are expected to be filed later Tuesday.

Firefighters across the Houston area were busy Monday evening and overnight as they worked to put out multiple blazes reportedly caused by Fourth of July fireworks.

Officials in the Houston area want those enjoying the Fourth of July holiday to remember one thing: There’s nothing ‘celebratory’ about open ranged gunfire.

Authorities have recovered the body of a man who drowned at Lake Conroe on the Fourth of July. The victim has been identified as 28-year-old Binh Le, of the San Antonio area.

A manhunt is underway for the gunman responsible for murdering six parade-goers during a Fourth of July celebration in a suburb about 30 miles north of Chicago on Monday.

Officials with HPD and event organizers reviewed security protocols at the City of Houston’s Shell Freedom Over Texas celebration at Eleanor Tinsley Park in a news conference.

Fourth of July is upon us, which means many people across the greater Houston area will be celebrating the holiday weekend with fireworks.

A day that was supposed to be filled with laughter quickly turned into fear after a rooftop shooter targeted a crowd of people attending a Fourth of July Parade Monday in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park, according to law enforcement.

The number of U.S. flights being canceled is slowing down, but plenty of travelers are facing long delays as they try to get home from trips over the July Fourth holiday weekend.

Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey “Jaws” Chestnut has gobbled his way to a 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

Forecast rain totals & intensity have risen, translating to a high flood threat

Forecast rain totals & intensity have risen, translating to a high flood threat

Due to the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend, TXDOT says it expects to see a rise in drunk driving-related fatalities and serious injuries.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office will announce its multi-agency DWI initiative ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

According to AAA, 3.1 million Texans are hitting the roads and 340,000 are flying.

During the Fourth of July weekend, the fireworks can be a trigger for people who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The Fourth of July is expected to be a busy weekend for travel.

Happy Fourth of July weekend! Houston is celebrating the nation's independence throughout the weekend. Here are photos from the celebrations across our area.

We’re breaking records when it comes to travel this Fourth of July weekend. Here’s everything you need to know, whether you’re hitting the road or flying high in the sky this Independence Day.

The main union for Atlantic City casino workers has reached agreements on new contracts with four casinos, avoiding a threatened strike.

This year, Shell’s “Freedom Over Texas” event is back for an in-person celebration and has partnered with Johnson Space Center for the 60th anniversary of its presence in Houston!

Americans are feeling the heat at the gas pump, but studies show that won’t keep them parked. According to AAA Texas, 42 million Americans will hit the roads this Fourth of July weekend, despite the high gas prices.

There will be 30 food vendors, 60 booths, 14 artists, three concerts, cultural arts programs, and of course, sunset fireworks, for families to enjoy to ring in another Independence Day.

Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’re live to show you a new way for your family to spend the Fourth of July. We’re live as setup is underway for the 2022 Liberty Fest in Southwest Houston. We’ll introduce you to the food vendors, get a demonstration from a Shakira look-a-like performer, plus the best way for you and your family to catch the fireworks! That’s Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.

Here are several standout fireworks shows in the Houston area worth seeking out for their powerful pyrotechnic displays.

With summer getting into full swing, that means activities such as barbecues, celebrations with fireworks, and of course, vacations.

Mayor Sylvester Turner was joined by various community leaders and sponsors at City Hall Tuesday to announce details for the in-person return of Houston’s official Fourth of July celebration, “Freedom Over Texas.”

A man has been arrested and charged in connection with a Fourth of July shooting that left a security guard dead, according to the Houston Police Department.

If you’ve been scrolling around on social media this month, then you may have noticed that over the Fourth of July weekend, Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg was riding on some sort of wakeboard on a lake with an American flag in tow.

A caller told a 911 dispatcher that Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks was about to go into convulsions after he was struck in the chest with an errant Fourth of July fireworks mortar blast at a Michigan home.

A combination of high humidity and leftover smoke from 4th of July fireworks made for some foggy conditions as commuters headed out for the day

America is celebrating its Independence Day with the return of in-person fireworks shows.

A 3-year-old boy died after being hit by a car his father was driving on the Fourth of July, Harris County Constable Precinct 4 said Monday.

Officials said used fireworks were to blame for a house fire Saturday night in Harris County.

Fourth of July is upon us, which means many people across the greater Houston area will be celebrating the holiday weekend with fireworks.

There is no better way to celebrate the red, white and blue than with red, white and blueberries, right?

With Independence Day on the horizon, there will be plenty of celebrations and fireworks. While it might be a party for you, it’s not so much for your pets.

The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and there is nothing better to do (or more American) than grilling up some meat and veggies while sipping on a cool beer or cocktail.

The national fireworks shortage is no joke, all thanks to shipping container delays in China and elsewhere, according to distributors. The result? Fewer fireworks and higher prices.

Mayor Turner shared details Tuesday for the city’s official Fourth of July celebration, “Shell Freedom Over Texas,” including this year’s award-winning headliners.

Planning to set off some fireworks?

Sunday will see another day of mid to upper 90s, feeling more like the low 100s so be ready for some shade and A/C, you’ll need it in the afternoon! Expect a VERY slight rain chance tonight with higher chances tomorrow into Monday and the highest rain chance for the week on Tuesday. Storms for Mon-Tue before more heat moves in late weekFor today plan to drink plenty of water as the actual temperature heads fairly quickly into the upper 80s and low 90s before topping out in the upper 90s this afternoon. Sunday 10-day forecastThe rain chances increase as we start the week into Wednesday, which will drop our high temperatures into the low 90s for a couple of days. We start drying out by Wednesday and that means the temperatures will head back up to the upper 90s by next weekend.

HOUSTON – The coronavirus is adding strain to the Houston Fire Department, according to a news release. More than 300 Houston firefighters are in quarantine because of potential exposure to COVID-19, according to the release. “The number of firefighters unavailable to report for duty further reduces the availability of personnel and creates an extreme strain on the department,” the release said. “We will respond when called, but I also encourage citizens to help us by following health and safety protocols during the current public health crisis,” Peña said. Do not use fireworks during the July 4th holiday weekend because they can cause fires and create an additional strain on our resources.”

Fourth of July is one of the most stressful holidays for pets because of all the loud firework, so in an effort to help keep your pet safe this weekend, the Houston Humane Society put together a list of helpful tips.

HOUSTON – Officials informed Houston residents on how to stay safe ahead of the Fourth of July weekend. The Houston Fire Department Fire Marshal’s Office held a news conference at 10 a.m. regarding fireworks. During that conference, people were reminded that fireworks are dangerous and illegal to use within city limits and some parts of Harris County. If you plan on setting off fireworks, follow these safety guidelines:Follow the law. Make sure fireworks are legal in your community.

HOUSTON – Freedom Over Texas, Houston’s annual Fourth of July celebration, will continue this year but without public activities or public access due to the coronavirus pandemic. The firework event will still be held at Buffalo Bayou and Sam Houston parks. Freedom Over Texas 2020 Freedom Over Texas, Houston’s annual Fourth of July celebration, will continue this year but without public activities or public access due to the coronavirus pandemic. Let us never forget what it means to be in the land of the free and the home of the brave. Freedom Over Texas will feature a lineup of live and virtual entertainers.

HOUSTON – 'Tis the season for fireworks. Wednesday is the first day of fireworks sales for the Fourth of July season. “We have a wide variety of products for everything you want to do,” said Sue Davis, who works at one of the Top Dog locations. “If you’re going to have a big show with everybody, wear your mask, social-distance, wash your hands, be safe,” Davis said. The last day to buy fireworks is midnight, July 4th.

The South County 4th of July Committee and Market Street announced in a statement Thursday that its 44th annual “Stars and Stripes Forever” Fourth of July parade is canceled this year due to coronavirus concerns. “The South County 4th of July Committee along with Market Street announce with great sadness, the cancellation of the 44th Annual 4th of July Parade, ‘Stars & Stripes Forever’ due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” organizers said in release. “With the potential of over 20,000 spectators and 200 volunteers gathering along the parade route through Town Center and Market Street, holding the parade would not be in the best interest of health and safety for our community.”Organizers said they look forward to resuming the parade in 2021. The annual parade dates back to the late 1970’s when it was originally organized by The Woodlands Lions Club. The South County 4th of July Committee was formed in the 1990′s.

There are few things in life better than a big juicy burger straight off the grill, right?

Parking passes are required for onsite parking and can be obtained at sugarlandtx.gov/july4 while supplies last. "To maximize on-site parking, we are offering an opportunity to reserve a free parking pass from the Imperial Park Recreation Center. Onsite event parking lots will open at 4 p.m. In addition to onsite parking, free shuttle service will be available at various off-site parking locations. Shuttles will run continuously from 4:30 p.m. to midnight from Mercer Stadium, located at 16403 Lexington Blvd, the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, located at 18111 Lexington Blvd., and University of Houston Sugar Land, located at 14000 University Blvd.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A man has been arrested by the Orange County Sheriff's Office in connection with the groping of children at Disney’s Pop Century Resort over the Fourth of July holiday. A 7-year-old boy told police that a man grabbed him three times while he was swimming in a pool at the Walt Disney World resort, according to authorities. According to an Orange County Sheriff's Office incident report, the boy and his parents told deputies that Groth grabbed the boy's buttocks. The boy told authorities that he told the man to stop and leave him alone after his buttocks were touched the first time, the report said. The Sheriff's Office said the children identified Groth from a photo and also spotted him after being taken to a baseball field at Disney.