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Record-breaking crowd packs Freedom Over Texas, Houston officials say

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  • Jul 7

Man visits all presidential museums, ends at Obama Presidential Center

  • Jul 6
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Trump celebrates July 4th in National Mall address

  • Jul 5

Who is paying for America's 250th celebrations?

  • Jul 4

What's open, closed on July 4th: LIST

  • Jul 4

Small Ships Parade sails through NYC ahead of Sail4th 250

  • Jul 3

"We, The Kids" inspires patriotism through art

  • Jul 3

4th of July travel: Busiest days to fly and drive

  • Jun 30

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4th of July Houston events to impact traffic this weekend

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4th of July travel expected to hit record high: Busiest days to fly and drive

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Football Coach turned Flight attendant gathers 500 cards for troops on 4th of July

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While League City allows neighbors to use fireworks, other cities are cracking down

  • Jul 5, 2025
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Woman drowns in Lake Conroe after falling off boat on July 4th holiday

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Mayor Whitmire and first responders share safety measures for Shell Freedom Over Texas

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Everything you need to know before Shell Freedom Over Texas

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Woman allegedly drove car into bounce house after fight over fireworks

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Latest Stories

National champion head coach Bob Jones calls on community to help write letters for troops overseas

Bob Jones says his new career in the friendly skies still serves his community as he called upon his passengers to make some very special cards for troops overseas.

  • Jul 10, 2025

Freedom Over Texas 2025 marks exactly 1 year until 250th anniversary of United States of America

Thank you, Houston! From live music with country hitmakers Ashley McBryde and Lee Brice to a dazzling fireworks display that lit up the night, there was no better way to celebrate America's birthday.

  • Jul 5, 2025

While League City allows neighbors to use fireworks, other cities are cracking down

League City said one reason it considered legalizing fireworks was because it would allow all responders to handle other calls. In 2023, Allen said the first marshal received 103 firework complaints.

  • Jul 5, 2025

Ashley McBryde talks music, tattoos and Texas before Freedom Over Texas debut on July 4

Ashley McBryde, a Grammy Award winner and member of the Grand Ole Opry, is set to make her Freedom Over Texas debut on July 4. She gave us the details on the meaning behind some of her most popular hits, and of course, her famous tattoos.

  • Jul 3, 2025
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These stores and restaurants are open on the 4th of July

Although the 4th of July is a holiday, here are some of the stores and restaurants that will be keeping their doors open.

  • Jul 2, 2025