Drunk Driver Who Killed 4 at Manhattan Picnic Is Convicted of Murder

Daniel Hyden, who was a substance abuse counselor, had written a book about sobriety. He crashed his pickup through a fence and into a barbecue.

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Trump Ally Fired From U.S.’ 250th Birthday Planning Committee for ‘Breach of Trust’

The bipartisan commission said the official, Ari Abergel, a Trump ally, had misused a social-media account and improperly pushed some members to resign.

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White House Will ‘Definitely’ Host a U.F.C. Fight on July 4, U.F.C. Head Says

The event would take place on the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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After Texas Flooding, Two Brothers Search for Their Missing Parents

Luke and Robert Leroy Brake Jr. haven’t seen their parents since a deadly flood swept through their camp site on July 4. They spoke to The New York Times about what happened that day.

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Texas City Racked by Floods Becomes a Hub for Search and Recovery

Most summers, Kerrville, Texas, draws crowds for its July 4 celebration. This year, the streets are filled with emergency responders.

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7 Bodies Found at Site of California Fireworks Warehouse Explosion

The explosion, which left seven people missing, started a wildfire and forced some cities and counties to cancel or postpone Fourth of July fireworks shows.

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Celebrating the Fourth of July Across the Country

Displays of patriotism were evident at parades and hot dog eating contests, even at a time of deep political divisions among Americans.

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Some Ways Fireworks Impact Animals and People

Firework displays can harm animals and create bursts of pollution with lingering effects, but there are ways to mitigate them.

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Search Begins for 7 Missing After Disaster at Fireworks Warehouse in California

The company indicated that multiple people died in the incident three days before the Fourth of July, but officials have not issued a determination.

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They Planned Parties and Salsa Music for July 4th. ICE Raids Made Them Think Twice.

Some communities in the Los Angeles region canceled events over fears of immigration raids, as Latinos grapple with how, and whether, to celebrate Independence Day.

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