New York City gears up for a 250th birthday Fourth of July blowout
New York City is preparing a busy Fourth of July weekend to celebrate its 250th birthday, featuring the Sail4th tall-ship parades, Macy’s fireworks display, a rumored Taylor Swift wedding at Madison Square Garden, a World Cup match at MetLife Stadium, and an approaching heat wave, with heightened security, transit guidance, and cooling centers to keep residents and visitors safe.