Fireworks, parades and community mark America’s 250th in Chicago

Crowds fanned out across the Chicago area Saturday to celebrate the Fourth of July, marking 250 years of American ...

July 4th fireworks back at Chicago’s Navy Pier: What to know if you go

Navy Pier will host an extended 15-minute fireworks show on July 4th at 10pm to commemorate the 250th anniversary of America, ...

Delta flight struck by fireworks while landing in Chicago on Fourth of July, FAA investigates

A fireworks mortar struck a Delta Air Lines Airbus A319 carrying 52 passengers as it descended into Chicago Midway Airport on ...

Where to watch 2026 July 4th fireworks in Chicago, suburbs and Northwest Indiana

July 4th fireworks and celebrations in 2026 will mark the United States' 250th birthday. Here's where to see Independence Day fireworks in Chicago, surrounding suburbs and in Northwest Indiana.

LIVE Updates on 4th of July weekend events, fireworks in Chicago area

The city of Chicago on Friday prepared safety measures for the Fourth of July holiday weekend as community groups are also ...

Navy Pier July 4 fireworks expected to draw thousands to Chicago lakefront for America's 250th birthday

Tens of thousands of people are expected to watch Fourth of July fireworks at and around Navy Pier Saturday as the city ...

Multiple Chicago suburbs announce new Fourth of July fireworks dates after rainouts

Severe weather and thunderstorm warnings and watches over the Fourth of July holiday weekend led several Chicago suburbs to ...

Delta flight 1076: What happened when fireworks hit a plane landing in Chicago? 'Felt a big bang'

A Delta Air Lines Airbus A319 was struck by a firework while descending into Chicago's Midway International Airport on July 4.