Thousands packed downtown Orlando for “Fireworks at the Fountain” on the nation’s 250th birthday.

A search is underway in Daytona Beach after Daytona Beach Safety officials say a 17-year-old Orlando teen vanished Friday night.

In a stories published July 4 and July 5, 2026, about America 250 celebrations, The Associated Press misspelled the last name of Jennifer Koshko, who was in Washington for the holiday, as Koskho.

Rideshare drivers will be in demand this July 4 weekend as travelers head to parties, events and destinations, but for rideshare drivers themselves, gas prices will soak up that extra income, and those we talked to say they may be choosier about the trips they take.

The skies over Central Florida will light up this Fourth of July, with fireworks, festivals and celebrations stretching across the region all weekend long.

A record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel this Fourth of July weekend, despite an 11% jump in overall travel costs, with Orlando International Airport ranking as the second-busiest domestic destination.

The holiday weekend should get started on a drier note with lower rain chances Thursday evening and Friday.

The New York Police Department is bracing for a slew of massive Independence Day celebrations along with a World Cup match this weekend, scrambling thousands of officers on land, sea and air to handle security measures as an intense heat wave bears down on the region.

According to AAA, more than 4.6 million Floridians will travel at least 50 miles from home for Independence Day. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) urge drivers to do a summer check-up on their car, buckle up, and avoid distractions.

As the U.S. approaches its 250th Independence Day, consumers are being warned about deceptive "Made in the USA" websites flooding social media with patriotic deals — and some shoppers are already falling victim to receiving products that look nothing like what was advertised.

The City of Altamonte Springs is preparing to host more than 200,000 people at the 29th annual Red Hot & Boom festival on July 3.

On Monday, city leaders unveiled the contents of a 50-year-old time capsule sealed during the nation’s Bicentennial celebration in 1976.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops gives you updates on Central Florida attractions.

Will active burn bans be lifted in time for America’s 250th?

Macy's is set to celebrate America's 250th birthday with a spectacular July Fourth fireworks show featuring performances by Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Salt-N-Pepa, Noah Kahan, Bebe Rexha and Shaboozey.

As President Donald Trump reshapes immigration and the nation’s relationship with immigrants, some naturalized citizens are wondering if the country they made a commitment to when they took the oath of citizenship is still making one to them.

Immigrants seeking a legal pathway to live and work in the United States will now be subject to screening for ‘anti-Americanism’ due to a new policy implemented by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

According to a recent survey from the American Automobile Association, Florida gas prices rose 12 cents in the past week but were the lowest on Independence Day since 2021.

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous.

People are approaching this Independence Day with mixed feelings.

News 6 Weather Newsletter.

Holidays like New Year’s and Fourth of July can be stressful not just for your cats and dogs, but animal shelters and wildlife sanctuaries too.

Every year storms threaten outdoor plans for Independence Day weekend, but this year the weather pattern is a little different.

For many, fireworks are a staple of Independence Day celebrations, but before you set off those colorful displays, it is crucial to know what’s legal in your city.

The city of Altamonte Springs is preparing to welcome around 200,000 people to Cranes Roost Park for its annual Red Hot & Boom Independence Day celebration.

Orlando gas stations are averaging $2.89 per gallon, an 18.8-cent drop in the last week, GasBuddy announced.

A big building project in Daytona Beach has been nearly sitting still for six years, and many people say it’s become an eyesore.

Central Florida theme parks are ready to celebrate the red, white, and blue

A lineup of block parties, concerts and family-friendly fun.

Need ideas for how to spend this year’s Independence Day? Listed is what’s being offered in Central Florida throughout the 4th of July weekend, from fireworks to live music.

The Army will place large metal plating at key points on Washington's streets.

A freak wave struck Volusia County beaches just hours before the busy Independence Day weekend of 1992.

Ukraine is somberly marking its 33rd year of independence as war with Russia rages on.

The Orlando International Airport (MCO) reported that 2024 broke the record for overall Fourth of July travelers.

A total of 570 people were rescued from Volusia County’s beaches over the Independence Day weekend, according to county beach officials.

Fireworks were not the only thing going sky high last week.

It’s a Fourth of July celebration – just two days late.

Volusia County deputies have arrested a man from Ormond Beach who’s accused of firing several shots at a vehicle full of people on the Fourth of July, according to the sheriff’s office.

New Smyrna Beach police say a 16-year-old boy was arrested on Independence Day after being found in possession of a gun reported lost out of Orange County.

The 4th of July may be over, but the crowds are still expected to hit up the beach this weekend.

A beautiful Independence Day in Brevard County was marked by lots of sun and as expected every July 4: large crowds coming to beaches.

Thousands of people flocked to Volusia County's beaches and waterways on the Fourth of July and the sheriff's office was in the crowds with them, especially with the boaters.

"If it wasn’t for our military, we wouldn’t be where we’re at today," said Ben Dehart with Zambelli Fireworks. "That is my favorite part of of shooting fireworks on 4th of July."

This year’s Independence Day held a special meaning for several Orlando-area residents who were sworn in as the newest citizens of the United States.

It's gonna stay hot for a while in Florida.

Millions of Americans are celebrating the Fourth of July despite heat warnings, a projected record number of travelers and so many beachgoers that officials had to close some parks to latecomers.

People are stocking up on fireworks at the last minute, preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July. But it's important to stay safe, too.

Instead of lighting up the skies with fireworks, the City of Ocala is taking a slightly different approach this Independence Day with what it’s calling the Patriotic Skies drone show for the city’s first-ever Fourth of July event.

July 4 is Thursday, but the fireworks have already begun to go off in neighborhoods around Central Florida. But some Americans would like their neighbors to not celebrate quite so much.

Suburban Chicago mom Keely Roberts counts the days, not years, since a deadly shooting at an Independence Day parade in 2022 injured her and left one of her twin boys paralyzed from the waist down.

The day has arrived for Red, Hot, and Boom at Cranes Roost Park.

Violence and mass shootings often surge in the summer months.

During the summer months, afternoon thunderstorms and fireworks can often frighten our four-legged friends.

Trooper Steve on Patrol goes over road closures and more to know about the Lake Eola event.

The event is considered one of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the state, with up to 200,000 people expected to attend.

It is time for the night sky above Lake Eola to be illuminated with fireworks, as the city of Orlando’s annual Fireworks at the Fountain Fourth of July event is back again this year.

Millions of Floridians are predicted to hit the road this week for the Fourth of July holiday.

Here's your Central Florida forecast.

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that state employees will receive a four-day holiday weekend to celebrate Independence Day.

The Fourth of July is just around the corner. Here is a listing of some you might want to add to your weekend plans

With the Fourth of July landing on a Thursday, it appears millions of Floridians have their eye on a long holiday weekend.

Israel's Independence Day is normally a raucous affair, celebrated with day parties and barbecues in parks, but this year, celebrations — from Monday evening through Tuesday — were muted.

Memorial Day is always a somber occasion in Israel.

After U2 played spectacular shows at the newly minted Las Vegas Sphere, another classic rock band will take the stage to deliver an incredible show in technicolor visuals.

A freak wave strikes Volusia County beaches just hours before the busy Independence Day weekend of 1992. On today's special episode of Your Florida Daily, we’re diving deeper into one of my favorite random Florida facts of 2022: The story of the mystery wave and how it challenged scientists to confirm what sailors around the world already knew. That "rogue" waves are real.

Tens of thousands of people have marched through Warsaw in an event organized by nationalist groups as Poland celebrates its Independence Day holiday.

Mexico’s top diplomat, Alicia Bárcena, says President Andrés Manuel López Obrador wants to travel to Washington D.

Mexico's president is defending the participation of a contingent of Russian soldiers in a military parade over the weekend.

Ukraine is marking its second Independence Day since Russia’s full-scale invasion.

A Swiss citizen has been arrested in military-ruled Myanmar for creating a film that allegedly insulted Buddhism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India’s economy will be among the top three in the world within five years.

Authorities say two men have been arrested in a shooting that killed three people and injured eight others as hundreds gathered in a Texas neighborhood on the eve of the Fourth of July.

Sweltering heat and fireworks! It must be July! 🥵

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

Nine people outside enjoying the Independence Day festivities in the nation’s capital have been shot and wounded in a spate of violence marring the holiday.

For many of our first responders, July 4th is another challenging night on the job protecting and caring for the community.

In honor of Independence Day, guests visiting the Magic Kingdom got the chance to see U.S. Air Force flyover Cinderella Castle.

The American flag will be flown throughout the country on July 4, but it wasn't always a revered and debated symbol.

While most of Central Florida will dodge storms in the afternoon, a select few fireworks displays late in the evening may be up against nature’s own fireworks display.

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

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

Through history, the Fourth of July has been a day for some presidents to declare their independence from the public.

AAA will offer "Tow to Go," its free transportation and tow service, this Independence Day weekend for the 25th year.

Results-1 heads to Altamonte Springs.

Each park has a number of special events, along with food and beverage options, happening alongside their nightly firework spectaculars.

The Congressional Budget Office is giving the world a concerning look at the U.S. government’s ledgers.

Gas prices are once again on the decline as 2.45 million Floridians prepare to take on this Independence Day holiday weekend, according to AAA.

A long haul of Floridians are taking to the open road this holiday weekend.

The contradictions that make up Israel were on full display as the country mourned its fallen soldiers and began celebrating its 75th Independence Day.

Sri Lanka has marked its 75th independence anniversary as a bankrupt nation, with many citizens angry, anxious and in no mood to celebrate.

A freak wave strikes Volusia County beaches just hours before the busy Independence Day weekend of 1992. On today's special episode of Your Florida Daily, we’re diving deeper into one of my favorite random Florida facts of 2022: The story of the mystery wave and how it challenged scientists to confirm what sailors around the world already knew. That "rogue" waves are real.

Opposition politicians in Poland have criticized police for detaining anti-fascist activists but not reacting to the appearance of a Nazi-era symbol during a nationalist march.

Tens of thousands of people in Warsaw have marched peacefully in a yearly Independence Day march organized by Polish nationalist groups.

At least nine people have died and some 20 were injured in a stampede in Guatemala early Thursday as the country celebrated its independence.

Some international legal scholars say Russia’s attack on a Ukrainian train station that killed more than 20 people this week is the latest in a series of strikes on the country’s railway system that may be war crimes.

Ukraine’s president says Russian forces have launched a rocket attack on a train station in central Ukraine on the country’s Independence Day, killing 22 people.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to show Britain’s solidarity with Ukraine by saying it with flowers.

A grand jury has indicted the man accused of opening fire on an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago, on 117 felony counts.

A funeral service was held Monday afternoon for the last of seven people killed by a gunman at an Independence Day parade, as family and friends gathered in suburban Chicago to remember Kevin McCarthy.

Orlando Commissioners Regina Hill and Patty Sheehan applauded the quick response of law enforcement as no serious injuries were reported from the resulting mass exodus of people.