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Cautiously optimistic Swing voters describe their view of America at 250 NPR

Tamara Kei...July 4, 2026

As America turns 250, voters from our Swing Shift project talk about the state of the country. Their views ranged from "uncertain" and "concerned" to "excited" and "cautiously optimistic."

What to know about cyclosporiasis as Michigan health officials investigate 300 cases in outbreak ClickOnDetroit…

Samantha S...July 4, 2026

Over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported within a week in Southeast Michigan, and Michigan health officials are investigating.

6 presidential speeches that shaped American history CBS News

Leo RochaJuly 4, 2026

These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still felt today.

Trump Accounts are now live Heres what you need to know CNN

Jeanne Sah...July 4, 2026

Trump Accounts, a new federal savings and investment vehicle for children, went live on July 4.

Immigrant business owner who built the American Dream says birth tourism is a slap in…

July 4, 2026

Kris Ramsingh, a Trinidad-born Virginia businessowner, calls birthright citizenship a 'slap in the face' to legal immigrants who worked hard.

This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids Dumb Phone WIRED

Jeremy Whi...July 4, 2026

Apple built a tool for people with cognitive disabilities, but I accidentally discovered it’s also the best kids’ phone setup no one is talking about—not even Apple.

July 4th live updates as celebrations across the USA mark Americas 250th birthday CBS News

Emily Mae ...July 4, 2026

Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July with events including the largest fireworks display in history.

Trump to mark US 250th anniversary with campaignstyle rally on National Mall CNBC

ReutersJuly 4, 2026

Washington's July 4 celebration attendees this year will have to contend with stepped-up ‌security, possible thunderstorms and temperatures that could top 100F.

Fireworks heat and politics America celebrates its 250th birthday AP News

Steven Slo...July 4, 2026

The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday. President Donald Trump plans to…