Fourth of July fireworks end in teen arrests after crowd turns hostile in Joliet
Several teenagers were arrested Friday night after a disturbance broke out during the Independence Day fireworks celebration at Bicentennial Park in Joliet, where police say officers were assaulted, fireworks were launched toward the crowd and officers, and pepper spray was used.
Several teenagers were arrested Friday night after a disturbance broke out during the Independence Day fireworks celebration at Bicentennial Park in Joliet, where police say officers were assaulted, fireworks were launched toward the crowd and officers, and pepper spray was used.
4th of July cookout: Tips for practicing safe food handling when grilling and hosting gatherings
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Fireworks are bad for your lungs: How to protect yourself
The American Lung Association recommends taking steps to protect your lungs from fireworks smoke and the harmful pollution it brings.
The American Lung Association recommends taking steps to protect your lungs from fireworks smoke and the harmful pollution it brings.
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.
Highland Park Fourth of July events disrupted by severe weather as healing continues
Four years after the deadly mass shooting that changed Highland Park forever, city leaders planned to spend the Fourth of July weekend honoring the past while continuing to move forward.
Four years after the deadly mass shooting that changed Highland Park forever, city leaders planned to spend the Fourth of July weekend honoring the past while continuing to move forward.
Highland Park Fourth of July events disrupted by severe weather as healing continues
Four years after the deadly mass shooting that changed Highland Park forever, city leaders planned to spend the Fourth of July weekend honoring the past while continuing to move forward.
Four years after the deadly mass shooting that changed Highland Park forever, city leaders planned to spend the Fourth of July weekend honoring the past while continuing to move forward.
Fireworks sold nationwide recalled ahead of July 4 celebrations
Fireworks devices sold across the U.S. are being recalled because they can tip over and explode, causing serious injuries.
Fireworks devices sold across the U.S. are being recalled because they can tip over and explode, causing serious injuries.
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.
Fourth of July fireworks set for Mount Rushmore | ChicagoLIVE
Fireworks will return to Mount Rushmore as part of the celebration marking America's 250th birthday. FOX News' David Spunt joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the festivities.
Fireworks will return to Mount Rushmore as part of the celebration marking America's 250th birthday. FOX News' David Spunt joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the festivities.
Chicago 'Violence Interrupters' on preventing Fourth of July violence: 'It's crazy out here'
The Violence Interrupters are on alert for possible crime during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis reports live from their street outreach.
The Violence Interrupters are on alert for possible crime during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis reports live from their street outreach.
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.
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.
How Chicago communities are working to prevent Fourth of July weekend violence
Although last year's Fourth of July weekend saw less violence than in recent years, community leaders are still preparing for any potential crime. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis looks at the efforts helping neighborhoods stay safe over the holiday.
Although last year's Fourth of July weekend saw less violence than in recent years, community leaders are still preparing for any potential crime. FOX Chicago's Brittany Toolis looks at the efforts helping neighborhoods stay safe over the holiday.
'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.
Navy Pier's largest Fourth of July fireworks show: What to know before you go
This weekend, Navy Pier's fireworks show will be bigger than usual as part of the nationwide America 250 celebration.
This weekend, Navy Pier's fireworks show will be bigger than usual as part of the nationwide America 250 celebration.
Newberry Library unveils new exhibit celebrating America's 250th birthday
A new exhibit at the Newberry Library explores the history of Independence Day. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus takes Chicago's Morning News inside for an exclusive look.
A new exhibit at the Newberry Library explores the history of Independence Day. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus takes Chicago's Morning News inside for an exclusive look.
American pride reaches lowest level in quarter century, poll finds
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
Celebrating America 250: Arlington Heights unveils historic 1860s American flag | ChicagoLIVE
The Arlington Heights Historical Museum is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with a historic American flag from the 1860s. Museum Director Jeff Anderson joins ChicagoLIVE to share the details.
The Arlington Heights Historical Museum is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with a historic American flag from the 1860s. Museum Director Jeff Anderson joins ChicagoLIVE to share the details.
How to support the America 250 giving campaign
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, a new initiative called Giving 4th is aiming to encourage charitable donations and community support.
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, a new initiative called Giving 4th is aiming to encourage charitable donations and community support.
How much are Americans spending this Fourth of July?
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, a new WalletHub report highlights the scale of the nation's Fourth of July festivities.
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, a new WalletHub report highlights the scale of the nation's Fourth of July festivities.