Fourth of July
Fourth of July celebrations light up cloudy skies in South Florida
The United States of America is turning 249 this year, and there are plenty of celebrations happening across South Florida to celebrate the Fourth!
Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo reclaim hot dog eating crowns at Nathan’s 2025 showdown
Joey “Jaws” Chestnut made a triumphant return to the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on Friday, capturing his 17th Mustard Belt after devouring 70.5 hot dogs and buns during the annual Fourth of July competition.
Plantation kicks off Fourth of July with annual parade, patriotic spirit
Red, white, and blue was on full display as the city of Plantation’s annual Independence Day parade got underway Friday morning, with Local 10’s Andrew Perez unexpectedly finding himself in the middle of it.
Taking steps to keep food safe during July Fourth holiday weekend
Every year in the United States there are about 48 million cases of foodborne illness and 3,000 deaths, according to the CDC.
Here are the Fourth of July events happening in Miami-Dade, Broward counties
The United States of America is turning 249 this year, and there are plenty of celebrations happening across South Florida to celebrate the Fourth!
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Key Biscayne hosts 65th annual Fourth of July parade
Key Biscayne is hosting its 65th annual Fourth of July Parade on Thursday morning.
What’s open on the Fourth of July
Fourth of July is here! If there are a few things you need from the store, many of them are open today.
Parades held in Broward, Miami-Dade for Fourth of July
The city of Plantation hosted its annual Fourth of July parade Thursday, which kicked off at 9 a.m.
SHOW US YOUR PHOTOS! Fourth of July celebrations in South Florida
Whether you’re out on the boat today or celebrating with a backyard BBQ, we want to see how you’re celebrating America’s 248th birthday.
Boaters head out on the water despite Miami’s spoil islands, Monument Island being closed
Several boaters were spotted early Thursday morning at the Watson Boat Ramp in Miami, trying to secure their spots on the water before things get too busy.
Miami’s spoil islands will not reopen for Fourth of July
Miami’s four spoil islands will not reopen Thursday for the Fourth of July and they will remain closed until further notice, the city of Miami confirmed Wednesday.
Heavy traffic anticipated in Upper Keys for July 4 parade
Drivers in the Upper Keys should expect significant traffic congestion on the Fourth of July due to a parade in Key Largo, authorities confirmed Wednesday.
¿Cooperará el clima para las celebraciones del 4 de julio?
Fun, food and fireworks! Fourth of July festivities are just a few days away and preparations are already underway! That begs the question, will the weather actually cooperate?
Will the weather cooperate for Fourth of July celebrations?
Fun, food and fireworks! The Fourth of July is tomorrow and we will definitely be celebrating in true South Florida summer fashion-- with heat!
GUÍA DE EVENTOS: Eventos del 4 de julio en los condados de Miami-Dade y Broward
¡Estados Unidos cumple 248 años este año, y hay muchas celebraciones en todo el sur de Florida para celebrar el Cuatro de Julio!
Boy, 13, suffers partial amputation of fingers, burns to face in fireworks accident
A 13-year-old boy in Broward County suffered injuries to his face and right hand early Wednesday morning in an accident involving fireworks, first responders said.
Fourth of July celebrations enjoyed in Miami-Dade, Broward counties
In Plantation, the town kicked off its celebration Tuesday morning with its annual Independence Day parade, led by Grand Marshall and long-time city employee, 101-year-old Norma Fink.
SHARE YOUR PICS/VIDEO WITH US! Fourth of July fireworks
Independence Day is here and we want to see you celebrating!
Travel issues continue ahead of Fourth of July
Weather woes across the country have made traveling during the Fourth of July holiday difficult over the weekend and continuing Monday.
Fire erupts at popular seafood restaurant in Palmetto Bay
A fire erupted Monday night at a popular seafood restaurant in Palmetto Bay.
2 Philadelphia officers injured in shooting during Fourth of July celebration
Large crowds of people ran for their lives after gunfire erupted Monday at a Fourth of July celebration in Philadelphia.
Fourth of July fireworks show held above National Mall in Washington D.C.
The National Park Service is hosting an Independence Day fireworks celebration on the National Mall in Washington D.C.
Margate hosts annual Fourth of July parade, Extravaganza
The City of Margate is hosting a day of fun Monday for the Fourth of July, which began with a parade at 9 a.m.
THE LIST: Here’s what stores are open on the Fourth of July
Fourth of July has arrived, but if you forgot a few items for your barbecue, don’t fret. There are plenty of stores that remain open this holiday.
Demand for Fourth of July fireworks increases risks for burns
There was a long line of customers at a fireworks store on Friday afternoon in Deerfield Beach. And with more people buying their own fireworks, Fourth of July celebrations could be riskier this year.
Fireworks viewing may be a bit different this year. Here’s the list.
Officials are asking residents to watch the Fourth of July fireworks from their cars or their homes to avoid large crowds during the coronavirus pandemic.