Category: Fourth of July

Federal Gun Charges for 2 Accused of Plotting July 4 Attack

RICHMOND, Va.—A judge dismissed state gun charges Wednesday against two men who police said planned a Fourth of July mass shooting in Virginia’s capital after charges were filed against the men in federal court. Neither man has been charged specifically with planning a mass shooting. Julio Alvarado-Dubon and Rolman Balcarcel-Bavagas, both Guatemalan immigrants, were charged…


Incorporating Fun Educational Activities on July Fourth Can Instill a Sense of Patriotism in Young Children

Marked by fireworks and barbecues across the country, Independence Day takes on a special significance when one lives near Washington, D.C. This year will mark our eighth holiday in the D.C. area, and our family will be continuing our tradition of visiting a site of historical significance on July 4th. For our family, Independence Day…


Newport Beach Police Receive Thousands in Gift Cards from 93-Year-Old Woman

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.—Making her way up the steep flight of stairs to the entrance of the Newport Beach Police Station Tuesday morning, 93-year-old former Citizen’s Academy volunteer Dotty McDonald was grinning from ear-to-ear. “This is one of my favorite days of the year,” McDonald told The Epoch Times. “I just love supporting our police. I…


Celebrities Boycott July 4 Over Roe v. Wade Overturn | The Larry Elder Show

A slew of celebrities have taken to social media to protest Fourth of July celebrations following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Madonna posted a sinister black and white video showing a woman being dragged by armed guards and called for “a revolution.” The pop star wrote: “This is what life looks…


[PREMIERING at 3PM ET] Celebrities Boycott July 4 Over the Roe. V Wade Repeal | The Larry Elder Show

A slew of celebrities have taken to social media to protest Fourth of July celebrations following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe V. Wade. Madonna posted a sinister black and white video showing a woman being dragged by armed guards and called for ‘a revolution’. The pop star wrote: “This is what life looks…


Why We Can’t Have a Nice Independence Day

Commentary On July 3, 1776, shortly after the approval of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail. “I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States,” Adams wrote. “Yet…


Brea Crowns Winners of Patriotic Home Decoration Contest

BREA, Calif.—The city’s Independence Day celebration kicked off by announcing the winners of the Community Home Beautification Challenge at the annual Country Fair on Monday. The July Fourth home decorating competition—held for the first time in 2020 —showcases the community’s patriotic spirit. This year, the city received 20 entries. “We did this for the first…


8 Hurt, Some Critically, in July 4 Minneapolis Park Shooting

MINNEAPOLIS—Eight people were wounded, some critically, in a shooting in a Minneapolis park during unofficial Fourth of July celebrations, according to officials. Police said the shooting took place at about 11:30 p.m. Monday at Boom Island Park. “We were just watching fireworks and we just heard a whole bunch of shots,” Kaayla Laanaee told WCCO-TV….


American Independence: A Cause for Celebration and Hope for the Future

“The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought…


Joey Chestnut Is Chomp Champ Again in July 4 Hot Dog Contest

NEW YORK—Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey “Jaws” Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win Monday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, powering down 63 hot dogs and buns at the annual exhibition of excess. In a decisive chowdown comeback, women’s record-holder Miki Sudo downed 40 wieners and buns to win the…