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Online users shared a video showing U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump observing the festivities from a White House balcony.

The Fourth of July is a celebration of all things American with parades, backyard barbecues and the night sky lit up with fireworks.

The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country agree to commemorate the holiday with a fireworks celebration?

Fourth of July celebrations may be over, but the city is still booming with tons of things to do. Spend time with hundreds of creators and authors in feature panel discussions, meet-and-greets and book signings in a two-day book festival at the Columbus Metropolitan Library.

On July 4, 1777, the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post wrote “at night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks (which began and concluded with thirteen rockets) on the Commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated.” The tradition stuck.

Check out this 2025 list of Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in the Wausau area.

As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, here's what to know about watching Fourth of July celebrations on TV and streaming.

The article Fireworks Reports Down In San Mateo County During 4th Of July Celebrations: Police appeared first on San Mateo Patch. SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — The sheriff's office reported that fireworks-related calls during the last month were nearly cut in half compared to the year prior.