Benicia couple spray paints lawn like American flag in dramatic show of patriotism
A couple in Benicia has found a dramatic way to celebrate Independence Day: spray-painting their lawn like an American flag.
High-profile Bay Area illegal fireworks busts expose multi-million dollar black market
Even with a number of high-profile seizures of illegal fireworks, authorities believe they've only scratched the surface of a growing multi-million dollar black market.
July Fourth travel: Over 3M people expected to pass through airports
Americans enjoying newfound liberty are expected to travel and gather for cookouts, fireworks and family reunions over the Fourth of July weekend in numbers not seen since pre-pandemic days.
Round hot dogs: What to know about the confusing twist on the classic American dish
It may look like bologna, but Rastelli’s round hot dogs are made differently, the company says.
Final preparations underway for 4th of July festivities in San Francisco
San Francisco's 4th of July fireworks show is on. The city is celebrating the reopening of it's waterfront, and after more than a year of relative quiet, the waterfront is bustling.
Final preparations underway for 4th of July festivities in San Francisco
After the pandemic forced a complete cancellation of 4th of July celebrations last year, San Francisco is ready to make up for it in 2021. KTVU's Christien Kafton reports
Nearly 80,000 pounds of illegal fireworks seized along California-Nevada border
During the operation, Cal Fire confiscated 79,411 pounds of dangerous fireworks, conducted 932 traffic stops for various violations, issued 215 citations for dangerous fireworks and additional violations, and arrested three individuals.
July 4 BBQ tips: Virologist says pack the hand sanitizer, avoid the potato salad
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
Proceeds from 'safe & sane' fireworks go to good causes
This is the one and only week of the year that ‘safe & sane’ fireworks can be sold in California. Almost all of the proceeds go to good causes.
500 pounds of illegal fireworks confiscated in San Jose
The San Jose Police Department said in a tweet Tuesday that officers seized 500 pounds of fireworks.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat safe on July 4th
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
San Mateo County detectives seize 15,000 lbs of illegal fireworks, $1M in cash
The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office announced a massive illegal fireworks bust resulting in the seizure of 15,000 pounds of fireworks and $1 million in cash.
Illegal fireworks seizures underway in the Bay Area
The pre-holiday-season has already become a nightly illegal fireworks show all over California, sometimes with devastating consequences.
Thousands celebrate Juneteenth in the Bay Area
Thousands of people across the Bay Area celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday. The event marking the end of chattel slavery in the US took on greater significance this year, as it’s now been recognized as a federal holiday.
Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
Californians commemorate Juneteenth with street parades, festivals
Juneteenth offered the first major opportunity to party in public after California lifted all coronavirus restrictions and reopened Tuesday.
Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
Juneteenth: What its path to federal holiday status looked like
Even though it’s been celebrated for 156 years and recognized in some form in 47 states and the District of Columbia, Juneteenth did not become a federal holiday until this week.
Santa Clara County was first in California to declare Juneteenth a holiday
For the first time in Santa Clara County, most county offices were closed and employees had the day off with pay to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday.