Keenan Gibson

Communities across the country are marking America's 250th birthday with fireworks, celebrations and a surge in holiday travel despite dangerous summer heat. (NBC)- Communities across the country are marking America’s 250th birthday with fireworks, celebrations and a surge in holiday travel despite dangerous summer heat. Patriotic displays are appearing nationwide, from a giant “250” mowed into a North Carolina lawn to a human Liberty Bell formation in Philadelphia.

According to Brand Keys' annual study, Jeep ranks as the most patriotic brand in America for 2026. (LILAMAX)- According to Brand Keys’ annual study, Jeep ranks as the most patriotic brand in America for 2026. The company says brands that authentically reflect American values tend to build stronger customer loyalty and engagement across industries including retail, food and beverage, apparel, automotive and media.

A dangerous heat wave continues to grip the East Coast, bringing record temperatures, straining the power grid and forcing changes to some Fourth of July celebrations. (CNN)- A dangerous heat wave continues to grip the East Coast, bringing record temperatures, straining the power grid and forcing changes to some Fourth of July celebrations. In New York City, Central Park reached 100 degrees Thursday, tying the daily record high set in 1966.