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America Together July 5, 2021

Walmart shoppers break out into ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ over Fourth of July weekend in viral video

Walmart shoppers sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" in a spontaneous video gone viral over Fourth of July weekend.

Skin Cancer July 4, 2021

How to treat a sunburn: Signs to watch for this summer

Millions of Americans are headed to the beach or an outdoor BBQ with friends and family to celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend, meaning hours of potential sun exposure which could lead to sunburn.

Maryland July 4, 2021

Video captures Ocean City, Maryland fireworks detonating in truck near boardwalk

There will be no fireworks for one Maryland town for Fourth of July, but beachgoers did get a spectacular display when the truck carrying the explosives blew up. 

Media July 4, 2021

PBS, Vanessa Williams spark backlash over ‘Black national anthem’

PBS has sparked tense backlash with its decision to have Vanessa Williams perform the “Black national anthem” during its July 4 coverage – with critics blasting the move as divisive and un-American.

US July 4, 2021

Wildfire threats force western cities to ban Fourth of July fireworks

Another dangerous wildfire season is underway amidst record-shattering heat and a scary and historic drought, leading state and local officials across the U.S. to ban fireworks around Sunday's Fourth of July holiday. 

Holiday July 4, 2021

Fourth of July: Why do we celebrate with fireworks?

Do you know why it’s popular to celebrate July 4 with a bang?

FOOD July 4, 2021

Meet the mother-daughter duo competing in Nathan's Fourth of July hot dog eating contest

New Jersey-based René Rovtar, 62, and her daughter, Kristina Rovtar Dunne, 33, will be competing in the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest.

Texas July 3, 2021

Texas woman, 61, arrested after driving tractor in July 4 parade without permission: report

Whether motivated by patriotism or some other reason, a Texas woman who tried to join a July 4 parade without permission ended up arrested Saturday, according to a report.

US July 3, 2021

'Proud' to be American? Students struggle to answer

Students and other young people walking around the Georgetown area of Washington, D.C., struggled to say whether they were “proud” to be American ahead of 4th of July weekend.

RECIPES July 3, 2021

Grilled corn on the cob recipe with spicy butter adds the perfect kick to your meal

This summer recipe from The Hurried Hostess takes a traditional side dish up a notch.