Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

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.

4th of July deals and freebies

Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.

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. 

July 4th: What's open and closed

Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.

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

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.

Who is the 'redhead named Abigail,' Taylor Swift's high school BFF?

Abigail Anderson Berard, Swift's longtime close friend, was spotted leaving the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, likely heading to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.

New era: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, publicist says

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."

Haddonfield Fourth of July parade sees record hot dog contest turnout despite scorching heat

Despite 96-degree temperatures, families packed downtown Haddonfield on Friday for the borough’s annual Fourth of July parade, where a record-setting performance highlighted the popular hot dog eating contest.

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. 

Use by, sell by, best by: What’s the difference?

Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.

Brazil, Norway round of 16 preview: World Cup knockout clash in New York New Jersey Stadium

Brazil and Norway are bringing World Cup knockout soccer to East Rutherford, where Erling Haaland and Norway will try to pull off a major upset against one of the tournament’s biggest powers.

Swimmer bitten by shark at Jones Beach on Long Island

A swimmer was bitten by a shark on Friday afternoon at Jones Beach, according to FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg.

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.