The Fourth of July is starting mostly sunny and warm in metro Denver, but a few fireworks in the form of thunder storms are expected to develop in the afternoon.

Afternoon showers and storms for South Florida's Fourth of July 00:36. This Fourth of July will not be independent of the storms. While the morning is mainly dry, late morning thr

A male wood duck moves through the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve as a light rain falls on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The wet season is in full swing in Southwest Florida as daily

Independence Day has inspired filmmakers to celebrate American history and capture the essence of freedom and patriotism on the Fourth of July. Historical dramas like Lincoln, Glory, Gettysburg and The Alamo venture into the nation’s fight for freedom.

Friday marks the 249 th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence — and the Fourth of July holiday has become one filled with fireworks, musical celebrations and other flag-waving opportunities.

As Americans celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and parades, many businesses and services will alter their hours or close altogether for the Fourth of July. As is standard practice, U.S. stock markets will be closed on Friday in observance of Independence Day.