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Snapshots of Philly’s Fourth of July, 1926 to 1978.

A hidden network of rafters, a plaster “death mask,” and a warning about ice cream.

In this short film, five young descendants of Frederick Douglass read and respond to excerpts of his famous speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"

Fireworks, barbecues and activities with friends are all staples of the Fourth of July. But for pets and their owners, this holiday weekend may present some added stress.

A local drinker shares shot and beer fun.

Philadelphia is divided on the noisy pyrotechnic displays. So is the Pa. State Senate.

Though consumer fireworks are legal within the city limits, several stipulations limit where and when they can be used.

The result means she cannot compete in the 100-meter race at the Tokyo Olympics. She was seen as the U.S.'s best contender for a gold medal in the event.

Owned by a trio of women, Philadelphia Independents features local artisans and celebrates the city’s culture.

Backyard bird watchers are being asked to take away feeders and birdbaths to help stop the spread of an as-yet unexplained ailment.

Williams was due to give birth on July 21, but baby Mazir had a different plan. At around 9 a.m. on June 26, Williams went into labor on the Route 55 bus.

Sexual abuse survivors and advocates point out the Pa. high court overturned Bill Cosby’s conviction on a legal matter — not a factual one.

Wawa made over 15,000 free hoagies Thursday. The first 5,000 were donated to Philabundance ahead of an event at the National Constitution Center.

N.J. Task Force 1 sent 70 members who specialize in 21 technically skilled positions and 10 ground support personnel. It is the unit's eighth deployment under FEMA since 2016.

July 1 - 4: Fourth of July fun in the Delaware Valley includes fireworks, concerts, and more.