Meet the American who wrote 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic'
Julia Ward Howe's epic inspired soldiers to vanquish slavery and it rallies Americans to this day.
Julia Ward Howe's epic inspired soldiers to vanquish slavery and it rallies Americans to this day.
The secret to winning the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest could be the weather
The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.
The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.
July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies
From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.
From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.
Fireworks: Where are they legal in Washington?
Fireworks are illegal on federal land and in city, county and state parks. They are also banned on public property.
Fireworks are illegal on federal land and in city, county and state parks. They are also banned on public property.
Holiday travel: Delta pilots picketing, SeaTac flight cancellations
A significant number of flights are cancelled across the US at the same time as Delta pilots are striking for a new contract and pay raise.
A significant number of flights are cancelled across the US at the same time as Delta pilots are striking for a new contract and pay raise.
July 4 pet safety: Helpful tips to protect your pets during fireworks celebrations
The sound of fireworks may scare your pet so much that they run off and potentially go missing, something the American Kennel Club says tends to happen during the holiday break.
The sound of fireworks may scare your pet so much that they run off and potentially go missing, something the American Kennel Club says tends to happen during the holiday break.
How weather impacts July Fourth firework shows
Fourth of July fireworks are seen all over the country, but there are a lot of aspects that go into putting these shows on - especially in the weather department.
Fourth of July fireworks are seen all over the country, but there are a lot of aspects that go into putting these shows on - especially in the weather department.
This week’s July 4 flight forecast: Cancellations and delays surge amid hectic holiday travel week
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and air travelers are making their plans to enjoy what may be the busiest travel season of the year so far.
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and air travelers are making their plans to enjoy what may be the busiest travel season of the year so far.
Crossing the Canadian border this summer: What to expect
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) released a reminder on Tuesday for all travelers crossing the border this upcoming Independence Day weekend on what to expect at the border during the busy summer months.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) released a reminder on Tuesday for all travelers crossing the border this upcoming Independence Day weekend on what to expect at the border during the busy summer months.
Where to watch fireworks in western Washington this 4th of July
For the first time since the start of the pandemic, most cities are having full, in-person celebrations for the Fourth of July, including fireworks displays.
For the first time since the start of the pandemic, most cities are having full, in-person celebrations for the Fourth of July, including fireworks displays.
Airbnb announces permanent party ban, releases new anti-party data for Washington
Airbnb announced Tuesday that they are codifying their temporary party ban into a permanent policy, prohibiting all parties and events in listings globally.
Airbnb announced Tuesday that they are codifying their temporary party ban into a permanent policy, prohibiting all parties and events in listings globally.
Krispy Kreme giving out free doughnuts every day this week for July 4th — how to get one
Fans of Krispy Kreme can score a free doughnut every day through July 4, 2022, as well as get the chance to receive a free Original Glazed dozen.
Fans of Krispy Kreme can score a free doughnut every day through July 4, 2022, as well as get the chance to receive a free Original Glazed dozen.
7 family-friendly alternatives to 4th of July fireworks
The American Pyrotechnics Association says more than 14,000 firework displays will light up the sky on Independence Day.
The American Pyrotechnics Association says more than 14,000 firework displays will light up the sky on Independence Day.
Some 4th of July fireworks being replaced with drones due to fire concerns
With the increased fire danger throughout many areas of the Southwest, cities are looking to alternatives for their Fourth of July shows.
With the increased fire danger throughout many areas of the Southwest, cities are looking to alternatives for their Fourth of July shows.
Safety tips for setting off fireworks this summer
As Independence Day approaches next month, it's important to keep in mind some basic safety tips when setting off fireworks.
As Independence Day approaches next month, it's important to keep in mind some basic safety tips when setting off fireworks.
Juneteenth federal holiday: What’s open and closed on Monday
This is the first year Juneteenth is being widely recognized as a federal holiday, which means many offices and businesses will be closed.
This is the first year Juneteenth is being widely recognized as a federal holiday, which means many offices and businesses will be closed.
Juneteenth: The significance of the holiday and why it's celebrated and commemorated
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
Thousands of flight cancellations pile up on Memorial Day weekend
More than 5,000 flights were canceled over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
More than 5,000 flights were canceled over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops
Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.
Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.
Moms want your time, not money, this Mother’s Day, survey says
Most moms are expecting their loved ones to spend not one penny on a gift this Mother’s Day. But some people say they will even go into debt for their gifts.
Most moms are expecting their loved ones to spend not one penny on a gift this Mother’s Day. But some people say they will even go into debt for their gifts.