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Wilmington took down the bronze memorial to the long-revered signer of the Declaration of Independence during racial unrest in 2020.

From potatoes named “Spudjamin Franklin” to a George Washington trampoline, here’s ten of the weirdest homages for the U.S.’ big birthday.

Fourth of July is over. What’s next for Philly? Historians share their takes.

The exhibit remains half-restored as local leaders consider their next moves after a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration.

After storms forced attendees to evacuate, the concert resumed around midnight with a shortened performance by The Roots, followed by fireworks.

The competition boasted 22 pets donning a range of red, white and blue attire.

Muralist Christian Kanienberg says he’s “more interested in creating pieces of art that just happen to be murals that are conversation starters.”

The Continental Congress voted for independence two days earlier, but the Declaration transformed July 4 into a lasting national symbol.

The first U.S.-born pope accepted an award from Philly’s National Constitution Center

In celebration of America’s big birthday, we’re spotlighting revolutionary people, places and events across our region.

Historian Colin Woodard joins us to discuss how our regional differences have pulled us apart and how we can create a more perfect union.

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive made a pit stop in Pottstown to observe America’s 250th birthday.

“Flash! Bang! Boom! A History of Fireworks” tells the story of fireworks from the earliest Chinese inventions to today’s choreographed pyrotechnic displays.

Local leaders from across the country marched from Independence Mall to the Museum of the American Revolution, highlighting the role of cities in sustaining democracy.

Rep. Brendan Boyle hopes the event will serve as a rare bipartisan reflection on the nation's founding and Philadelphia's enduring place in American history.