Fourth of July

A Laguna Hills mom has a warning for anyone wanting to experiment with illegal fireworks after both her young sons were injured on the Fourth of July. Hetty Chang reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m., Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

A Laguna Hills mom has a warning for anyone wanting to experiment with illegal fireworks after both her young sons were injured on the Fourth of July.

The San Gabriel Mountains, a popular destination for hiking, swimming, and camping, are facing a growing problem with massive amounts of trash left behind by visitors following the holiday weekend.

The San Gabriel Mountains are facing a growing problem with massive amounts of trash left behind by visitors following the holiday weekend. Camilla Rambaldi reports for the NBC4 News at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

An elderly woman and a man in his 20s were struck by gunfire on the Fourth of July in Newhall.

The skies above Huntington Beach lit up as the city held their annual fireworks over the ocean show for the 4th of July. Amber Frias reports for the NBC4 News on July 4, 2024.

The “world’s largest rubber duck,” rising to a height of 61 feet arrived at Diamond Stadium for Independence Day events that continue into the weekend. Christian Cazares reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m. July 4, 2024.

The “world’s largest rubber duck” is part of Fourth of July celebrations starting Thursday and continuing into the weekend in the Riverside County community of Lake Elsinore.

Miki Sudo, of Florida, has won her 10th title at the annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

There’s certainly no shortage of backyard barbecues on the Fourth of July. But if you prefer to dine out on Independence Day, some restaurants are opening up with special holiday hours.

Five things to know about July Fourth, including the origin of the holiday, why we celebrate it and how fireworks became part of the tradition.

A long Fourth of July holiday weekend in the United States is expected to create new travel records.

Large crowds of fans in will gather in front of the original Nathan’s Famous’ restaurant in Coney Island, Brooklyn, to cheer on the the competitors as they chow down. But with Joey Chestnut not competing, the contest is suddenly wide open

Here are the top firework safety tips so you can make sure your 4th of July, 2024 celebrations are crisis-free.

Ventura police will use drones to track down those illegally playing with fireworks during the Fourth of July weekend. Darsha Philips reports for the NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024. 

The annual fireworks show will be postponed due to conflicts between organizers and the Coastal Commission.

With the Fourth of July approaching, new drone surveillance technology will be deployed in the city of Ventura to crack down on illegal fireworks.

Airbnb planned to crack down on disruptive, unauthorized parties during the Fourth of July weekend across California.

Entertaining expert Paul Zahn stops by to show California Live’s Laila Muhammad how to make easy DIY drinks and snacks for a hot summer soiree ahead of the 4th of July holiday.

Spiked Watermelon Orange Ice Cube
• 2 cups watermelon
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 oz. lemon juice
• 1 oz. Orange liqueur

Blend all ingredients & pour into ice cube trays. Freeze.

A Southern California community made Airbnb’s list of top trending destinations for the Fourth of July.