Bradenton holiday safety: Officials urge caution ahead of Fourth of July weekend
Manatee County Beach Patrol officials are preparing for an influx of visitors at Coquina Beach ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
Manatee County Beach Patrol officials are preparing for an influx of visitors at Coquina Beach ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
'Liberty by the Bay': Tampa to mark America's 250th anniversary with expanded Fourth of July celebration
The City of Tampa is expecting thousands of people throughout downtown on Saturday for an expanded Fourth of July celebration.
The City of Tampa is expecting thousands of people throughout downtown on Saturday for an expanded Fourth of July celebration.
Fourth of July fireworks could trigger influx of lost pets at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center
Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend.
Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend.
HOA threatens American flag-flying homeowners as they fight for Old Glory
San Marcos homeowners refuse to back down after an HOA ordered American flags removed from their homes
San Marcos homeowners refuse to back down after an HOA ordered American flags removed from their homes
Brandon Fourth of July parade changes locations due to pipeline construction
A long-standing Independence Day tradition is taking a new path this weekend as construction projects redirect a massive local celebration.
A long-standing Independence Day tradition is taking a new path this weekend as construction projects redirect a massive local celebration.
Lakeland police urge 'Red, White, and Kaboom' visitors to prepare for extreme heat
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
American pride reaches lowest level in quarter century, poll finds
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
How much are Americans spending this Fourth of July?
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, a new WalletHub report highlights the scale of the nation's Fourth of July festivities.
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, a new WalletHub report highlights the scale of the nation's Fourth of July festivities.
Planning a July 4th getaway? Here are the top-ranked cities
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
Fourth of July fireworks get green light in Florida despite widespread wildfire concerns
Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.
Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.
Florida Forest Service warns of drought ahead of Fourth of July as wildfire threat remains present
Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.
Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.
The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026
Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.
Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.
Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Clearwater Honor Fest brings veterans and families together for Memorial Day tribute, candlelight ceremony
A Memorial Day tribute in Clearwater brought together veterans, families and friends to honor America’s fallen heroes.
A Memorial Day tribute in Clearwater brought together veterans, families and friends to honor America’s fallen heroes.
Tampa Memorial Day ceremony: Gold Star families recognized at downtown Riverwalk
A community gathering on Monday morning at MacDill Park on the Riverwalk in downtown Tampa honored fallen military service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.
A community gathering on Monday morning at MacDill Park on the Riverwalk in downtown Tampa honored fallen military service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Thousands gather at Bay Pines National Cemetery to honor fallen heroes on Memorial Day
More than a thousand Gold Star family members, veterans and their loved ones, and community members gathered at Bay Pines National Cemetery Monday to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day.
More than a thousand Gold Star family members, veterans and their loved ones, and community members gathered at Bay Pines National Cemetery Monday to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day.
Watch live events from across the country on Memorial Day
Memorial Day 2026 ceremonies and parades honoring fallen U.S. service members will stream live nationwide on LiveNOW from FOX.
Memorial Day 2026 ceremonies and parades honoring fallen U.S. service members will stream live nationwide on LiveNOW from FOX.
What’s open and closed on Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a federal holiday, which means some business operations are affected. Here's what to expect.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday, which means some business operations are affected. Here's what to expect.
What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.