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Sail4th 250 kicks off July 4th celebrations in NYC

Fourth of July celebrations kicked off Saturday morning with Sail4th 250, the largest ever flotilla of tall ships from around the world. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.

Jul 4

Previewing the 2026 Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show

Plenty of planning has led up to Saturday night's Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.

Jul 4

New York, New Jersey celebrate America 250 | Team coverage

The Tri-State Area celebrated 250 years of American independence Saturday. CBS News New York had team coverage.

Jul 4

Twins go deep six times in 11-4 victory over Yankees

The Twins hit six homers in a game for the first time in nearly three years to pull away for an 11-4 victory over the slumping Yankees on Saturday.

Jul 4

Jones Beach still packed on July 4 despite recent shark bite

Crowds still packed the Jones Beach shoreline to cool off, play and see the fireworks Saturday despite recent shark sightings and a bite to a swimmer's foot.

Jul 4

Vice President JD Vance gives speech during Sail4th 250 parade in NYC

The vice president spoke about the nation's history and urged Americans to reject criticism of the country.

Jul 4

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Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles match with sister Venus

Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon.

Jul 4

Beachgoers on Long Island enjoying Fourth of July despite shark bite

People at Jones Beach say they aren't deterred after a shark bit a man's foot the day before the Fourth of July. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.

Jul 4

Aircraft parade flies over Sail4th 250 parade | Team coverage

An aircraft parade flew in formations over the Hudson River and the Verrazzano Bridge ahead of the Sail4th 250 event.

Jul 4

Severe thunderstorms cause damage across area amid July 4th festivities

Severe thunderstorms swept through New York and New Jersey on Saturday night, causing damage amid Fourth of July festivities.

Jul 5

Storms could impact Fourth of July fireworks across the Tri-State Area

It's going to be another extremely hot day, and stormy weather could disrupt some fireworks displays in the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.

Jul 4

Fourth of July celebrations underway in N.J., N.Y. | Team coverage

CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler is in Ridgewood, New Jersey and Meteorologist John Elliott is at the Intrepid.

Jul 4

Joey Chestnut wins Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Miki Sudo is women's champion

Reigning champion Joey Chestnut ate 66 hot dogs and buns to win the 2026 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest while Miki Sudo ate 38 3/4 to win the women's competition.

Jul 4

Visitors, residents arrive at Brooklyn's Coney Island early for Fourth of July festivities

Some went early to get a good beach spot while others are awaiting the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.