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Updated July 4, 2026, 10:47 a.m. ET The best 4th of July sales are officially live—and this year, they’re bigger than usual thanks to America’s 250th. Major retailers like Amazon, Target and Best Buy are dropping major discounts across outdoor gear, tech, home essentials and more. Along with sales at more niche stores like REI, Saatva and Anthropologie. The catch? The most popular deals won’t last long. We’ve tracked down the best live 4th of July sales you can shop right now.

July 4, 2026, 9:23 a.m. ET Fireworks will light up the sky tonight as New York State celebrates America's 250th birthday. Could scattered thunderstorms in western and central New York put a damper on the day's festivities? Here is what to expect for the Independence Day forecast in NY. Fireworks forecast for WNY Fireworks will light up the skies across New York on Independence Day as communities celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. But will thunderstorms put a damper on the festivities?

Updated July 4, 2026, 9:30 a.m. ET Today, Greater Rochester communities and people celebrate America's 250th birthday in Independence Day July 4 parades, festivals and fireworks shows stretching from Brockport to the Finger Lakes. Follow www.democratandchronicle.com updates of the local July 4 celebrations all day today in this live blog, including writeups and photos and video from places including Fairport, Irondequoit, Canandaigua, Greece and Rochester.

July 4, 2026, 7:02 a.m. ET Sam's Club is holding a 4th of July Savings event with deals on summer essentials. New members can join Sam's Club for a discounted price of $15 for the first year. The upgraded Plus membership is also on sale for $50 for the first year, a 50% discount. These membership promotions are available for a limited time, ending on July 5. For many families, spending hits an all-time high during summer break.

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July 4, 2026, 6:03 a.m. ET This year's Fourth of July fireworks show on the National Mall in Washington is being billed by organizers as a massive display for the nation's 250th anniversary. The Freedom 250 group, formed under President Donald Trump's direction, is planning the Independence Day fireworks show in honor of America's semiquincentennial.

July 4, 2026, 5:06 a.m. ET America’s 250th is here—these 4th of July outdoor deals are worth adding to your cart The 4th of July isn’t just another long weekend this year—it’s America’s 250th birthday, and retailers are going bigger than ever with summer deals. If you’re planning to host, grill or just soak up the sunshine, now’s the moment to upgrade your setup.

July 4, 2026, 4:34 a.m. ET Here are the horoscopes for today, Saturday, July 4, 2026. For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience. What is your zodiac sign? A guide to what astrology can tell you about yourself Get to know Cancer: Personality traits and more on this Zodiac sign Cancer (June 22 - July 22) We feel the tension simmering within you today, Cancer! Mars’ alignment with Uranus is surfacing suppressed anger.

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July 4, 2026, 3:39 a.m. ET Paraguay and France meet Saturday in a 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match. Kickoff from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is set for 5 p.m. ET (FOX). Let's analyze 2026 World Cup odds around Paraguay vs. France odds and make our expert soccer picks and predictions. Paraguay stunned Germany in Foxborough in the Round of 32, advancing 4-3 on penalties.