62 Boating While Intoxicated charges filed in Texas over July 4th Holiday weekend
Texas Game Wardens filed 62 boating while intoxicated charges over the July 4th weekend. This is the highest number since 2019, amid thousands of safety checks and two tragic holiday drownings.
Texas Game Wardens filed 62 boating while intoxicated charges over the July 4th weekend. This is the highest number since 2019, amid thousands of safety checks and two tragic holiday drownings.
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.
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.
Pet safety ahead of July 4th celebration
Here is a reminder for pet owners to take extra precautions during the July 4th celebrations this weekend.
Here is a reminder for pet owners to take extra precautions during the July 4th celebrations this weekend.
July 4th: Austin celebration preview, safety tips
The City of Austin is preparing for its "Star-Spangled Fest" Fourth of July celebration.
The City of Austin is preparing for its "Star-Spangled Fest" Fourth of July celebration.
CTX celebrates America's 250th birthday
The City of Austin is preparing for its "Star-Spangled Fest" Fourth of July celebration.
The City of Austin is preparing for its "Star-Spangled Fest" Fourth of July celebration.
FOX 7 Weekend - July 4-5
From parades and pig races to Willie Nelson and lakeside fireworks, there's so much going on around here over the next couple of days. Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich has your FOX 7 Weekend.
From parades and pig races to Willie Nelson and lakeside fireworks, there's so much going on around here over the next couple of days. Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich has your FOX 7 Weekend.
Easy, festive July 4th treats | Tierra's Pantry
Looking for some easy and tasty treats to celebrate America's 250th birthday with? Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum's got you covered!
Looking for some easy and tasty treats to celebrate America's 250th birthday with? Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum's got you covered!
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 2026: Austin and San Antonio celebrations for America 250
Texas communities are preparing to mark America’s semiquincentennial with massive, daylong Independence Day celebrations across the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas on Saturday, July 4.
Texas communities are preparing to mark America’s semiquincentennial with massive, daylong Independence Day celebrations across the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas on Saturday, July 4.
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.
Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for July 4th
The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordnance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin.
The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordnance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin.
July 4th: Northwest Hills Lawn Chair Brigade to perform in annual parade
Every Fourth of July, a group of ladies in Northwest Hills called the Lawn Chair Brigade walks in the neighborhood parade, performing with their lawn chairs.
Every Fourth of July, a group of ladies in Northwest Hills called the Lawn Chair Brigade walks in the neighborhood parade, performing with their lawn chairs.
Northwest Hills Lawn Chair Brigade
Every Fourth of July, a group of ladies in Northwest Hills called the Lawn Chair Brigade walks in the neighborhood parade, performing with their lawn chairs.
Every Fourth of July, a group of ladies in Northwest Hills called the Lawn Chair Brigade walks in the neighborhood parade, performing with their lawn chairs.
Firefighters urge fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday.
With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday.
Texas Game Wardens respond to 8 water-related deaths across state in one weekend
After a deadly weekend on Texas waterways, Game Wardens are urging people to put safety first this Fourth of July.
After a deadly weekend on Texas waterways, Game Wardens are urging people to put safety first this Fourth of July.
Fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July
With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday.
With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday.