While celebrating Bastille Day in France, a fireworks display malfunctioned, sending projectiles among spectators, killing two and injuring others.
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Simone Biles, most decorated U.S. gymnast, receives Presidential Medal of Freedom
Simone Biles, who is the most decorated U.S. gymnast in history, as well as an outspoken advocate for sexual assault victims, was awarded the Medal of Freedom.
Suspect fired more than 70 rounds during Fourth of July parade in Illinois, police say
Charges were announced against the suspect in connection with a mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Illinois which left at least seven dead.
Virginia Man runs 3,234 miles across US, raises money for clean drinking water
Michael Wardian ran across 13 states in 59 days, making him one of fewer than 400 people who are known to have crossed the U.S. on foot.
Debris hits park after Ukraine grocery store bombed, residents faced with realities of war
Residents in Ukraine ran for safety after a missile hit a grocery store killing many people, a sobering reality on life in the war-torn country.
Here’s how to make your July Fourth weekend travel as smooth as possible
An estimated 48 million people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday which means possible delays when you hit the road.
Senate passes bipartisan gun bill in 65-35 vote, bill now goes to House
The Senate passed the Safer Communities Act with 65 yeas and 35 nays in a bipartisan effort to enact safer gun reform. The bill now goes to the House.
NATO nations meet to debate sending weapons to Ukraine amid ongoing Russian attacks
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said nations need to step up support for Ukraine.
US to provide $1 billion more in military aid to Ukraine as war against Russia continues
Secretary Lloyd Austin announced an additional $1 billion in military aid to help Ukraine in their continued fight against Russia.
President Zelenskyy makes second trip out of Kyiv area since Russia’s invasion
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy visited areas partly controlled by Russia to meet with soldiers, police, and other military officials.