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How people are celebrating, protesting and traveling for July Fourth

People are approaching this Independence Day with mixed feelings. Polls show declining national pride, especially among Democrats, during the Trump era.

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What is the Fourth of July? Why the United States celebrates Independence Day on July 4

Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence.

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Are the United States stock markets open on the Fourth of July?

Today is Independence Day, and like most federal holidays, services and stores may be closed or open for different hours. This includes the stock markets.

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Anti-Trump Protests Erupt Across United States on Fourth of July: See the Most Dramatic Photos

The country's 249th anniversary was marked by nationwide demonstrations, just weeks after massive "No Kings" protests overshadowed Trump's birthday military parade ...

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Demonstrators line Eugene's streets for 'No Kings since 1776' protest on Fourth of July

At least 500 demonstrators lined the streets outside the federal courthouse in Eugene on July 4 for a "No Kings since 1776" ...

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The USS Constitution’s 4th of July turnaround at Castle Island, 21-gun salute: Photos

Crowds flocked to Castle Island to check out Old Ironsides and its annual Fourth of July turnaround in Boston Harbor, along ...

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Melania Trump Copies Husband's Signature Dance in 4th of July Celebration

First lady Melania Trump appeared to mimic her husband's iconic 'Trump dance' on the White House balcony on Friday evening from which the couple watched an Independence Day fireworks display over the ...

What is America250? Fourth of July 2026 will have big plans. Here’s what we know

Here's what we know about America250, the catchy name for next year's Independence Day milestone, and who's behind the ...

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Next 4th of July will be America's 250th birthday. How Tennessee plans to celebrate the semiquincentennial

This time next year, the nation will be filled with pride and patriotism as the United States marks its 250th birthday.

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When Did Fireworks Become a Fourth of July Tradition?

The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

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History and patriotism collide at Fort Steuben’s 4th of July celebration

It’s the fourth of July, and towns across the country are celebrating with fireworks and festivities. One local town is ...

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“What to the Slave Is the 4th of July?”: James Earl Jones Reads Frederick Douglass’s Historic Speech

We begin our July Fourth special broadcast with the words of Frederick Douglass. Born into slavery around 1818, Douglass ...

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Why is the 4th of July celebrated – and what events are happening across the US?

Across the US, Americans are gearing up for a weekend of 4th of July celebrations, with barbecues, parades and fireworks on the cards. But beyond the festivities, the holiday marks a key moment in the ...

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