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Millions heading home after July 4 holiday weekend; Sunday considered busiest travel day

The AAA recommends travelers leave early or, if possible, wait until Monday to beat traffic as a record 72 million Americans are expected to travel.

  • Jul 7, 2025

Dazzling Macy's 2025 fireworks display lights up New York City

The 49th edition of the nation's largest July 4th celebration in New York City fired over 80,000 shells in 30 vibrant colors and used projection mapping to light up the Brooklyn Bridge.

  • Jul 5, 2025

Tri-State residents mark Independence Day at towns, beaches and boardwalks under sunny skies

From cities and towns to beaches and boardwalks, residents across the Tri-State area marked Independence Day under sunny skies.

  • Jul 4, 2025

What to know about Macy's 2025 fireworks in New York City

The 49th edition of the nation's largest July 4th celebration in New York City will fire more than 80,000 shells in 30 vibrant colors and offer state-of-the-art projection mapping on the Brooklyn Bridge.

  • Jul 4, 2025

Joey Chestnut reclaims title in Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest; Miki Sudo scores 11th women's win

Famed competitive eater Joey "Jaws" Chestnut reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot-dog eating contest after after skipping last year's gastronomic battle in New York for the coveted Mustard Belt.

  • Jul 4, 2025