Knott’s Scary Farm 2026: Ticket sale, event details released
Knott's Scary Farm tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale, with the event running select nights from Sept. 17 through Oct. 31.
Knott's Scary Farm tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale, with the event running select nights from Sept. 17 through Oct. 31.
Newport Beach proposes holiday restrictions after 'TikTok Takeover' triggers 400+ arrests
Newport Beach residents are demanding strict holiday checkpoints and non-resident restrictions for future 4th of July events after a viral TikTok challenge led to over 400 holiday arrests.
Newport Beach residents are demanding strict holiday checkpoints and non-resident restrictions for future 4th of July events after a viral TikTok challenge led to over 400 holiday arrests.
Watch: Star-spangled skydiver crash-lands into packed rodeo
A patriotic entrance took a dramatic turn at a California rodeo when a skydiver carrying a giant American flag lost control and crashed near the crowd.
A patriotic entrance took a dramatic turn at a California rodeo when a skydiver carrying a giant American flag lost control and crashed near the crowd.
Keeping pets calm during fireworks
Fireworks can be very scary for pets. Dr. Lauren Tseng, Director of Veterinary Outreach with JustFoodForDogs, shares tips on how to keep pets calm.
Fireworks can be very scary for pets. Dr. Lauren Tseng, Director of Veterinary Outreach with JustFoodForDogs, shares tips on how to keep pets calm.
Woman killed, 3 injured after July 4 fireworks explosion in Chino
A 28-year-old man is behind bars after one woman died and three others were injured after a fireworks explosion in Chino over the weekend.
A 28-year-old man is behind bars after one woman died and three others were injured after a fireworks explosion in Chino over the weekend.
Thousands celebrate USA's 250th birthday at LA Memorial Coliseum's 'America's Block Party'
Thousands of families gathered at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for "America's Block Party," celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with food, games and entertainment.
Thousands of families gathered at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for "America's Block Party," celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with food, games and entertainment.
'America's Block Party' held at LA Coliseum
Thousands of families gathered at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for "America's Block Party," celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with food, games and entertainment.
Thousands of families gathered at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for "America's Block Party," celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with food, games and entertainment.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
4th of July holiday crackdown: CHP begins maximum enforcement period for record travel weekend
AAA projects record travel volumes for America’s 250th birthday, prompting the California Highway Patrol to launch a weekend-long maximum enforcement traffic crackdown.
AAA projects record travel volumes for America’s 250th birthday, prompting the California Highway Patrol to launch a weekend-long maximum enforcement traffic crackdown.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
4th of July cookout: Tips for practicing safe food handling when grilling and hosting gatherings
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
4th of July deals and freebies
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Fireworks are bad for your lungs: How to protect yourself
The American Lung Association recommends taking steps to protect your lungs from fireworks smoke and the harmful pollution it brings.
The American Lung Association recommends taking steps to protect your lungs from fireworks smoke and the harmful pollution it brings.
July 4th: What's open and closed
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
'Cheers to America's 250 years' on the Queen Mary
Cristy Farardo takes us to Long Beach ahead of the special event.
Cristy Farardo takes us to Long Beach ahead of the special event.
Fireworks sold nationwide recalled ahead of July 4 celebrations
Fireworks devices sold across the U.S. are being recalled because they can tip over and explode, causing serious injuries.
Fireworks devices sold across the U.S. are being recalled because they can tip over and explode, causing serious injuries.
July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
America 250: National Parks offering free admission for 4th of July weekend
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
LA County officials warn of illegal fireworks ahead of 4th of July holiday
Los Angeles County authorities are warning that anyone possessing or using illegal fireworks faces criminal charges and jail time.
Los Angeles County authorities are warning that anyone possessing or using illegal fireworks faces criminal charges and jail time.
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.