Hot and breezy for Southeast Michigan into the Fourth of July
It will be as hot as a firecracker across Southeast Michigan on Wednesday and for the Fourth of July on Thursday.
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It will be as hot as a firecracker across Southeast Michigan on Wednesday and for the Fourth of July on Thursday.
CBS News Detroit partnered with The Henry Ford and Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan, for a special two-hour "Salute to America in Greenfield Village" on Tuesday, July 2.
The Fourth of July is another time for families to hit the water, but officials say a fun day of swimming can turn into a nightmare if not careful.
It's important to refresh yourself on how to launch fireworks safely, so your boom doesn't turn into a bust.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is urging residents to protect their pets with fireworks and other loud noises expected during Fourth of July events.
With the Fourth of July celebrations ending, Michigan State Police on Wednesday released preliminary results for its Operation CARE.
Several people sustained minor injuries, and one person was taken to the hospital after fireworks landed in the crowd during a fireworks celebration in Allegan.
"I opened the door and he was trying to gnaw through it with his teeth because he was trying to get away from those fireworks," Greer detailed.
Fire crews across Michigan were at the ready for the fires and injuries that can come with the Fourth of July celebrations. For the White Lake Township Fire Department, the day was relatively calm.
It's one of the biggest boating days of summer. The Fourth of July is here, and thousands of boaters take to our lakes around Metro Detroit.
The City of Ypsilanti celebrated its 94th Fourth of July Parade on Tuesday.
The men's hot dog eating contest was delayed for nearly two hours on New York's Coney Island after thunderstorms hit the area.
A 43-year-old woman is dead, and nine other people are injured after a fireworks explosion happened in Ottawa County Monday night.
Dr. Jamal Adas shares fireworks safety tips on how to safely celebrate the Fourth of July and avoid injuries.
"The Fourth of July has been one of the earliest American holidays, you know in the 18-19th century there really weren't days off there weren't many holidays on our calendar but the fourth was one," Johnson noted.
"It's got to strike you in a way," says co-owner Mike Trautman when talking about what fireworks may be the best fit.
While fireworks are enjoyed by many on the Fourth of July, the loud booms can be extremely frightening for dogs.
Fourth of July weekend is approaching, and as Michiganders plan to travel around the state to celebrate, they should verify that beaches are open before heading to them.
Cookout costs will vary, but Americans hitting the road are about to save $2.6 billion on gas this holiday weekend over last year.
Last year, numbers from the American Farm Bureau showed the estimated cost to serve ten people hit an all-time high.
More than 1.7 million Michigan residents are expected to go on a trip of 50 miles or more between Friday, June 30, and Tuesday, July 4, according to AAA.
An Illinois grand jury on Wednesday formally indicted the father of a man charged with fatally shooting seven people at a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago, the Lake County State's Attorney Office said.
It's 4th of July weekend which means BBQ's and cookouts. Here are the best games to play with friends and family.
It's 4th of July weekend which means BBQ's and cookouts. Here are the best games to play with friends and family.
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