America 250: A mother's poignant letter to her son who would later become president
Nearly five decades before her son would become president of the United States – and a decade before she would become first lady – Abigail Adams penned a poignant letter to her 11-year-old son John Quincy Adams.
Nearly five decades before her son would become president of the United States – and a decade before she would become first lady – Abigail Adams penned a poignant letter to her 11-year-old son John Quincy Adams.
America 250: Gold Star mothers head to Europe to collect 'sacred soil' to honor service and sacrifice
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, a group of Gold Star mothers have embarked on a trip to Europe to collect "sacred soil" from ground made hallowed by the courage and sacrifice of service members
Historian breaks down Declaration of Independence and its modern-day meaning | ChicagoLIVE
A historian explains how the Declaration of Independence continues to shape modern government and political thought.
A historian explains how the Declaration of Independence continues to shape modern government and political thought.
FULL SPEECH: King Charles III delivers joint address to Congress
King Charles III addresses Congress in a speech commemorating America’s 250th anniversary of independence.
King Charles III addresses Congress in a speech commemorating America’s 250th anniversary of independence.
America 250: Students in grades 3-12 invited to enter American hero student art contest
Students in grades 3–12 in all 50 states and the six U.S. territories are invited to enter the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest.
Students in grades 3–12 in all 50 states and the six U.S. territories are invited to enter the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visiting US next week to mark America's 250th birthday - See itinerary
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit the United States next week to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. Buckingham Palace says the four-day trip will take the royal couple to Washington, D.C., New York, and Virginia.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit the United States next week to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. Buckingham Palace says the four-day trip will take the royal couple to Washington, D.C., New York, and Virginia.
America 250: US Postal Service releases 'Figures of the American Revolution' forever stamps
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Trump reading Bible verse from Oval Office in marathon event
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
UFC Freedom 250: Match details at the White House in June
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
America 250: New dimes in 2026 will have commemorative design
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, a new design theme will be printed on the 10-cent coin this year. The dimes will return to the President Roosevelt design in 2027.
Freedom Plane National Tour brings founding documents to 8 cities for America 250
As part of America’s 250th birthday, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Here are the details.
As part of America’s 250th birthday, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Here are the details.
America's 250th anniversary sparks travel rush
America's 250th anniversary this year is sparking some travel trends, with experts warning to book early for events on your radar.
America's 250th anniversary this year is sparking some travel trends, with experts warning to book early for events on your radar.
U.S. Marine Corps celebrates 250 years of service
The United States Marine Corps is celebrating 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment to our country.
The United States Marine Corps is celebrating 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment to our country.
Vance attends Marine Corps 250th anniversary celebration at Camp Pendleton
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
UFC fight at White House on July 4 ‘absolutely happening,’ Dana White says
UFC CEO Dana White says a July 4 fight card at the White House is “absolutely happening" as part of the U.S. semiquincentennial celebration.
UFC CEO Dana White says a July 4 fight card at the White House is “absolutely happening" as part of the U.S. semiquincentennial celebration.