The Fourth of July festivities in D.C. will include what’s expected to be the largest fireworks show in American history. Pyrotecnico, which has been putting on displays for more than a century, is in charge of the celebration. Rocco Vitale, the company’s president, gives a sneak peak at the operation. Source link
Ryan DeWitt and Matthew Childress, the fathers of a camper and counselor who died during last year’s deadly floods at Camp Mystic in Texas, spoke to CBS News’ Jason Allen about the pain of losing their daughters and their mission to push for safety changes in summer camps across the U.S. to prevent other families…
Actors bring historical figures and America’s 250-year history to life in Philadelphia – CBS News Watch CBS News Actors with Historic Philadelphia turn sightseeing in the city into storytelling – bringing historical figures like Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross to life. Janelle Burrell shows how they’re celebrating 250 years of America. Source link
As much of the U.S. swelters through near-record temperatures over the July 4 weekend, households can expect another unpleasant surprise: higher electric bills. Cooling costs are projected to rise 10.5% this summer from a year ago, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association. Many Americans face a tough choice between cranking up the air…
More than 100,000 fireworks sold nationwide are being recalled just ahead of the Fourth of July because they can malfunction, posing explosion and burn risks, federal safety regulators said. Winco is recalling its “Unity 7 Shot” 200-gram aerial cake fireworks devices because they can tip over and pose a serious risk of injury from explosion…
Nearly one year after President Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” the landmark tax and spending law’s winners and losers are coming into focus. The sweeping legislation lowered taxes for millions of households and businesses, while helping to pay for those tax cuts by cutting federal spending on programs such as Medicaid and…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding day is here, and it’s kicking off with an appearance by Prince William on the “New Heights” podcast. The prerecorded episode is set to drop at noon Friday, just hours before the anticipated Swift and Kelce wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The couple in 2024…
Meet the members of The U.S. Army Brass Quintet – CBS News Watch CBS News The U.S. Army Brass Quintet joins “CBS Mornings” to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. Master Sgt. Kevin Gebo shares the band’s favorite songs to play and discusses what they’re looking forward to most this weekend. Source link
Security is heightened around Washington, D.C., as crowds are set to gather to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. Nicole Sganga reports. Source link
The July 4th weekend is here, with millions of Americans expected to gather across the country to celebrate at fireworks displays and barbecues. This year marks a special milestone as the U.S. celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence. Because July 4 falls on a Saturday this year, companies may observe the holiday on July…
