Biden urges unity in July 4th speech, while acknowledging the country's sour mood
In a largely optimistic speech to commemorate July 4th, President Biden spoke to Americans who feel "exhausted" by what they see as a lack of progress.
Read more ...Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo chow their way to victory in Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Chestnut took his 15th win at Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, and Sudo made a decisive comeback to win the women's title.
Read more ...6 immigrants reflect on their complicated relationships with the 4th of July
We asked people who immigrated to the United States what the day meant to them — and how their feelings about the holiday have changed since they first arrived.
Read more ...Highland Park police take a man into custody over the July 4th parade shooting
Officials are calling the 22-year-old a person of interest. Police Chief Lou Jogmen says the man gave himself up after a brief pursuit in his car.
Read more ...Shot that killed journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was likely fired by Israelis, U.S. says
Officials have concluded that gunfire from Israeli positions likely killed the veteran Al-Jazeera journalist in May, but that there was "no reason to believe" her shooting was intentional.
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