Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a ...

The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

On a hot, steamy day in Philadelphia, a group of delegates to the Continental Congress gathered to celebrate the final ...

When did the 4th of July become a federal holiday? While there were celebrations on July 4 in 1777, it didn't become a federal holiday until 1870. And, it was ...

Here are 10 fun and fascinating facts about the 4th of July to spark some patriotic pride! Some may surprise you!

We can’t just sit on our hands and simply take advantage of our nation’s many blessings, writes guest columnist Jim Jones.

At least 500 demonstrators lined the streets outside the federal courthouse in Eugene on July 4 for a "No Kings since 1776" ...

On July 4th, 1776, delegates from thirteen of Britain's North American colonies adopted a resolution "that these United ...

The holiday celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 ...

Americans spent an estimated total of $13.3 billion on food and beverages for the Fourth of July. As we come together to ...

The U.S. declared independence from Great Britain 249 years ago – on July 4, 1776. Independence Day gatherings were a little ...

The first-ever Independence Day took place in 1776—yet there are several homes across the U.S. that pre-date that historic ...