Independence Day
2013 Chicago Area July 4th Fireworks Shows
Are you looking for a place to watch fireworks in the Chicago area?
Make Your Own Patriotic Gear For July 4th
Have some fun with a DIY Fourth of July!
Great Lakes Naval Station Cancels July 4th Celebration
Ongoing federal budget cuts prompted Naval Station Great Lakes in far north suburban Lake County to cancel this year’s Independence Day celebration.
Roselle Seeks Residents’ Help To Pay For Next Year’s Fireworks
One northwest suburb is hoping residents will pay out of their own pockets for next year’s July 4th fireworks display.
Sources: 28 Arrested In Series Of Overnight Mob Attacks
Sources say at least 28 people were arrested overnight for a series of violent attacks across the city, including 11 arrested for beating a man leaving the July 4th fireworks at Navy Pier.
5 Dead, 21 Wounded On 4th Of July, Morning Afterward
Gunfire has taken another deadly toll on the city, leaving at least three people dead and 13 more wounded in shootings on the 4th of July alone.
Heart Attack Victim Marches In July 4th Parade Again, A Year After Collapsing
The 4th of July isn’t just any holiday for a man named Ron Raidy. It’s anniversary of the day he died and was brought back to life.
Opinion: Celebrate The 4th Of July
Americans should want to celebrate the 4th of July and at least give some sign of wanting the celebrations that have been cut from municipalities’ budgets.
Show Goes On For 4th Of July, Despite The Heat
Wednesday’s heat and humidity didn’t stop the 4th of July parade in Hoffman Estates, where four towns were coming together to celebrate the nation’s birthday.
AAA: 2.4 Million Illinois Residents To Travel For July 4th
This year, 2.4 million people in Illinois will take to the road for the Independence Day holiday, and most are already gone.
Crestwood Soldier Celebrates Homecoming In Time For 4th Of July
While Americans are celebrating Independence Day tomorrow, one Crestwood family will have even more to celebrate – the safe homecoming of a soldier who had been serving in Afghanistan.
Fireworks Shows Canceled And Postponed
As of 1:30 p.m., eight Chicago area fireworks shows from our full list have been postponed or canceled, many due to the drought.
Wheaton Calls Off Fireworks Due To Damage From Sunday Storms
While the drought has forced some suburbs to cancel fireworks this year, Sunday’s storms have halted the parade and the fireworks in Wheaton.
No Fireworks Display For Wheeling This Year
One Chicago suburb is cancelling its July 4th fireworks display, but it has nothing to do with budget problems.
Rolling Meadows Seeking Donations To Pay For July 4th Parade
Northwest suburban Rolling Meadows is trying to put together a 4th of July parade — on the cheap.
Crowds Pack Navy Pier For Fireworks; Others Opting For Suburbs
With Americans across the nation pausing to mark the nation’s birthday on Monday, many people in the Chicago area were taking their Independence Day celebrations to the suburbs, as the city has scaled back its own Fourth of July festivities.
Local Residents Mark Independence Day With Neighborhood Parades
Chicagoans were celebrating Independence Day on a bit more modest scale on Monday. It’s a day for family, fireworks, and fun; and for many, that means heading out for a parade.
Emanuel Backs Obama’s Re-Election, But Focused On Chicago
Mayor Rahm Emanuel will celebrate the Independence Day holiday by watching fireworks Monday night with friends.
Listen Live! CBS Radio Special July 4th Programming
Listen live to special Fourth of July programming at these CBS radio stations wherever you are across the country. Whether you’re looking for summer favorites or country classics, there’s a weekend-long playlist for you and […]
Part 2: Ultimate 4th of July Playlist, Modern
Whether you’re planning a barbeque, fireworks-viewing party or road trip, we’ve got your patriotic soundtrack covered! America’s countryside, cities, freedom and flag have been the inspiration for countless songwriters. Many of the U.S.’s most distinctive […]
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