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‘It was chaotic’: Reports of 5 dead, 16 others shot during Fourth of July parade in Chicago suburb

CHICAGO — More than a dozen people were shot in Highland Park Monday morning, at least five of them fatally, about 10 minutes into the northern suburb’s Fourth of July parade, according to police and witnesses. The shooter had not been caught as of Monday afternoon and the area around…

Chicago Tribune · Jul 4, 2022

Six victims dead and 24 hospitalised in mass shooting at July 4 parade in Illinois with gunman still at large

The shooting unfolded around 10 minutes after the Highland Park Fourth of July parade kicked off at 10am on Monday morning

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2022

In comeback, Sudo wins women's title at July 4 hot dog race

Record-holder Miki Sudo has won the women’s title at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s frank fest because she was pregnant

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2022

Fourth of July fireworks canceled and delayed due to worker shortage

The fireworks industry was hit hard during the pandemic, and now they are struggling to meet demand for their biggest day of the year.

WEKU · Jul 2, 2022

Fourth of July parties will cost more this year but you can save with a bit of math

Hosting a July 4th barbeque is 11 percent more expensive than last year, thanks to inflation. The prices of chicken wings, ground beef and beer have all skyrocketed. Still, there are ways to save.

WEKU · Jul 1, 2022

How to keep your pets calm and safe during Fourth of July fireworks shows

Fireworks shows are a summer staple, especially on and around the Fourth of July, but they can also be a source of anxiety for pets and their owners.

Tribune News Service · Jun 29, 2022

Some cities cancel Fourth of July fireworks because of shortages and fire concerns

Some major fireworks displays are canceled again this year — some over wildfire concerns amid dry weather and others because of enduring pandemic-related staffing and supply chain issues.

WEKU · Jun 28, 2022

Yes, fireworks prices are skyrocketing, but there should be plenty of bottle rockets and sparklers for you and your family this Fourth of July

If you’re looking forward to shooting off bottle rockets and Roman candles this Fourth of July, I’ve got good news and bad news.

The Conversation · Jun 23, 2022