All articles tagged with #fourth of july
NASA photographer Jim Ross flew in an F/A-18 over Washington, D.C., on July 4, 2026, photographing the National Mall during the Freedom 250 flyover celebrating America’s 250th birthday, with other NASA aircraft and notable appearances such as Jared Isaacman’s F-5 Tiger and Artemis II astronauts in attendance.
The family of 18-year-old football standout Nolan Wells says he must be accounted for after his friends left him on Horn Island during a Fourth of July boat trip in Mississippi; Wells’ body was recovered two days later, investigators say nothing yet points to foul play, an autopsy is pending, and an independent autopsy funded by Colin Kaepernick is being conducted.
Jelly Roll says he’s unfazed by his ex-wife Bunnie Xo kissing Dylan Wolf, a 24-year-old reality star, at his Goodnight Nashville bar on the Fourth of July; Bunnie defends the moment as safe and ‘home,’ says she’s not dating, and Wolf tells TMZ she’s single and having fun.
Ali Larter celebrated the Fourth of July with a mountain getaway in Idaho, noting that moving from Los Angeles to Sun Valley in 2020 has made her summers simpler and longer, filled with family time, fly‑fishing, river floats and a slower, wellness‑minded lifestyle while she balances motherhood with filming Landman.
Jenna Bush Hager celebrated the Fourth of July with an Instagram carousel showing her husband Henry Hager and their kids—Hal (6), Poppy (10), and Mila (13)—enjoying a sunset beach moment, a big fish catch, bubbles, fireworks, and even a fruit-snacking moment with her cat Maisie; fans marveled at how quickly the children are growing, a moment that also spilled into a TODAY show segment with Sheinelle.
San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahmood plans a two-week inquiry asking city agencies how autonomous vehicles, including Waymo, affected transit service, emergency response, and egress during the Fourth of July fireworks turnout that exceeded expectations. Residents reported a robotaxi gridlock and long delays; Waymo said some vehicles were stalled or towed, while Muni officials apologized and noted the event’s northwestern location constrained transit. The inquiry targets Emergency Management, Fire, and MTA to determine what could be done better for future large events.
A Kotaku writer recounts a Fourth of July gathering where a Pikachu-branded firework named Peek-a-boom erupts in a dramatic finale, spinning and showering sparks from multiple points. The firework delivers a surprising show, Pikachu survives the burst, and even a later SUV bump doesn’t stop the mythical moment from becoming a humorous look at fireworks culture.
A Fourth of July weekend flash mob in Newport Beach drew thousands and devolved into chaos, resulting in about 400 arrests (402 reported), multiple fires, and clashes with police. Emergency crews logged 102 incidents, with 44 hospital transports and six trauma cases. Authorities deployed 350+ officers from 17 agencies; most arrestees were non-residents aged 15–25 from AZ, NV, and CA. Mayor vowed to prevent a recurrence as the city reviews the incident.
Jana Kramer shared a Fourth of July lake weekend with husband Allan Russell, their kids, and extended family, posting photos of paddle boarding, jet skiing, swimming, and fireworks, including a playful moment with daughter Jolie as they celebrated lake life with friends.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station observed July 4 fireworks from about 260 miles up as the ISS orbited overhead over the United States; NASA shared footage of fireworks over Los Angeles from space, and the article notes NASA’s Artemis II mission photos and the ISS’s ongoing role in microgravity research.
Amid severe storms and a mass evacuation on the National Mall, officials debated canceling the Fourth of July celebration, but President Trump personally intervened to keep the event alive, inviting attendees back, delivering a late-night speech, and overseeing a massive fireworks show to mark America's 250th birthday.
Two people were killed at a large July 4th party in Compton: 19-year-old nursing student Meah Bordenave-Jenkins and 37-year-old HACLA employee Eric Washington. A separate nearby shooting left 38-year-old Thaddeus Clark dead, and investigators are seeking the shooter with no arrests announced. A vigil at Compton City Hall highlighted concerns about gun violence in the community.
A chaotic Fourth of July weekend in Newport Beach led to more than 400 arrests after crowds looted a Pavilions store on West Balboa Boulevard. The aftermath showed a cleaned-out storefront by 6:30 a.m. as authorities held firm with tripled fines in safety zones and a zero-tolerance stance on public intoxication and fireworks. Most detainees were minors or out-of-town visitors, and one officer was hurt by a firework. Officials cited viral social-media trends and a claimed “TikTok takeover” as a factor, while the city’s mayor and a police association defended the response and noted social media has amplified the problems during holiday crowds.
Delta Air Lines Flight 1076, arriving at Chicago Midway on the Fourth of July, was reportedly struck by a firework; pilots told air traffic control they felt a big bang, and ATC advised landing and inspecting for damage, with CNN noting similar reports in the area.
A Fourth of July weekend across the United States was marred by gun violence, with at least 43 people killed and many more wounded in shootings from Los Angeles to South Carolina, Texas and Mississippi. Notable incidents included four people shot at a Los Angeles gathering of Mexico World Cup fans; the Gun Violence Archive tallies 6,604 gun deaths in 2024 and about 224 mass shootings so far this year. The pattern fuels ongoing calls for federal gun restrictions, though Congress has yet to act, and studies suggest holiday periods may see higher violence rates.