4th of July forecast: Storms to threaten evening fireworks shows
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4th of July will end with a bang, but it won't be from fireworks! Forecasters expect a cluster of strong storms to move across the Philadelphia area on Saturday night, bringing damaging wind gusts and rumbles of thunder in some places.

Trump administration’s interpretation of slavery under George Washington can be reinstalled

An appeals court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration can reinstall interpretive panels that critics say whitewash the history of slavery at the site of President George Washington’s home in Philadelphia.

America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary

America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.

IBEW Local 614 enacts first strike in PECO history

IBEW Local 614 union members went on strike at midnight, marking the first worker's strike in PECO's history. 

Philadelphia weather: 4th of July forecast
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Temperatures will stretch above triple digits on the 4th of July for the third straight day as Philadelphia endures a crippling heat wave. 

LIVE updates: Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday
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Philadelphia is ready to celebrate America's 250th birthday! Follow for the latest Independence Day update from around the city.

PECO workers set to strike Saturday at 12:01 a.m. as contract talks stall in Philadelphia

IBEW Local 614, representing Peco Energy workers, announced they will go on strike at 12:01 a.m. Saturday if no contract agreement is reached, citing stalled negotiations and unresolved issues over wages, benefits, and safety.

Philadelphia weather: Friday evening forecast
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FOX 29 meteorologist Scott Williams looks at current conditions and breaks down the 7-day forecast. 

FIFA plans July 4 celebration for France-Paraguay World Cup match at Philadelphia Stadium

Philadelphia’s World Cup match on July 4 is getting a major Independence Day celebration, with Idina Menzel, The Roots, DJ Jazzy Jeff, a flyover and fan safety measures planned at Philadelphia Stadium.

Big Boy, the largest operating steam train, coming to Philadelphia on July 4th

The largest operating steam train known as ‘Big Boy’ will visit Philadelphia on the 4th of July, drawing thousands of train enthusiasts to the city to see the historic locomotive.

Extreme heat continues Friday, triple digit temps on tap for 4th of July
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Record-breaking heat will continue on Friday with temperatures again slated to reach 104 degrees. The sweltering hot temperatures will remain on 4th of July before a noticeable cooldown next week.

Philadelphia weather: Thursday evening forecast
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FOX 29 meteorologist Scott Williams looks at current conditions and breaks down the 7-day forecast. 

Philadelphia weather: Hottest day of the year
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FOX 29 meteorologist Scott Williams breaks down the extreme heat that the Philadelphia region is currently experiencing and looks ahead at the conditions for the city's America 250 celebration. 

Salute to Independence Semiquincentennial Parade: Route, road closures, and more

The Salute to Independence Semiquincentennial Parade will roll through Center City on Friday as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th anniversary. The parade will feature 50 marching bands, over a dozen floats and more!