See it: Trump commemorative $1 gold coin revealed
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
The '1776 diet': Colonists' alcohol consumption was 'staggering,' and historians want you to know
Some of the Founding Fathers drank a lot of ale, often in the morning.
Some of the Founding Fathers drank a lot of ale, often in the morning.
Trump speaks after Freedom 250 event delayed due to weather
Thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., for the Fourth of July had to evacuate due to severe weather but President Trump did give his speech to commemorate the nation's birthday.
Thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., for the Fourth of July had to evacuate due to severe weather but President Trump did give his speech to commemorate the nation's birthday.
150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
What America 250 means for Native Americans | ChicagoLIVE
With America 250 celebrations underway around the country, we speak with Northwestern Professor Doug Kiel on the importance of the occasion for Native Americans.
With America 250 celebrations underway around the country, we speak with Northwestern Professor Doug Kiel on the importance of the occasion for Native Americans.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
July 4th: What's open and closed
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Celebrating America 250: Navy Pier prepares for its biggest fire | ChicagoLIVE
Navy Pier is celebrating July 4th in a big way with its largest fireworks show ever. A Navy Pier representative joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what guests can expect.
Navy Pier is celebrating July 4th in a big way with its largest fireworks show ever. A Navy Pier representative joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what guests can expect.
Pope Leo XIV receives Liberty Medal, delivers address ahead of America's 250th anniversary
Pope Leo XIV delivered virtual remarks from the Vatican during a ceremony at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia ahead of America's 250th anniversary. Video Courtesy: National Constitution Center
Pope Leo XIV delivered virtual remarks from the Vatican during a ceremony at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia ahead of America's 250th anniversary. Video Courtesy: National Constitution Center
Celebrating America 250: How the past has shaped the present
Northwestern history professor Kate Masur joins Good Day Chicago to discuss America’s founding documents and their influence on present-day America.
Northwestern history professor Kate Masur joins Good Day Chicago to discuss America’s founding documents and their influence on present-day America.
Independence Hall: A look inside the birthplace of America's founding
Philadelphia, the birthplace of America, is celebrating the creation of its most important founding documents for America 250: the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. FOX News' Pete Cuddihy reports live from Philadelphia.
Philadelphia, the birthplace of America, is celebrating the creation of its most important founding documents for America 250: the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. FOX News' Pete Cuddihy reports live from Philadelphia.
Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton to headline Matteson's Independence Day celebration
Matteson is celebrating Independence Day with a performance by Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton. The mayor of Matteson joins Good Day Chicago to share more about the festivities.
Matteson is celebrating Independence Day with a performance by Grammy-winning singer Anthony Hamilton. The mayor of Matteson joins Good Day Chicago to share more about the festivities.
July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
Times Square ball drops for July 4th, America250 celebration
The Times Square ball is set to drop eight times this July 4 weekend, marking midnight in every U.S. time zone. Here's how to watch.
The Times Square ball is set to drop eight times this July 4 weekend, marking midnight in every U.S. time zone. Here's how to watch.
Hidden Pullman archives bring Chicago history to life ahead of America's 250th anniversary
At Pullman National Historical Park, lost archives and hidden artifacts are helping to bring the community's story to life.
At Pullman National Historical Park, lost archives and hidden artifacts are helping to bring the community's story to life.
Pullman: The lost archives and hidden artifacts
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are taking a look at the places and spaces that helped shape our nation. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis is uncovering the lost archives and hidden artifacts that are bringing the story of Pullman National Historical Park to life.
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are taking a look at the places and spaces that helped shape our nation. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis is uncovering the lost archives and hidden artifacts that are bringing the story of Pullman National Historical Park to life.
'Dibs' tradition returns for Evanston's 4th of July Celebration | ChicagoLIVE
Evanston's Fourth of July Celebration comes with a tradition of its own. Days before the parade, residents line the route with chairs to claim the best spots.
Evanston's Fourth of July Celebration comes with a tradition of its own. Days before the parade, residents line the route with chairs to claim the best spots.
Red, white & zoo: Brookfield Zoo Chicago to celebrate America 250 | ChicagoLIVE
Add Brookfield Zoo Chicago to your list of stops for America 250 celebrations! Julianne Olivo, director of PR, joins ChicagoLIVE to break down the festivities.
Add Brookfield Zoo Chicago to your list of stops for America 250 celebrations! Julianne Olivo, director of PR, joins ChicagoLIVE to break down the festivities.