People are approaching this Independence Day with mixed feelings. Polls show declining national pride, especially among Democrats, during the Trump era.

The Fourth of July is a time for celebration around the country, as millions of Americans gather to barbecue and watch fireworks in celebration of the country's independence. Most celebrations go on without issue,

An 8-year-old girl was fatally struck by illegal fireworks on July Fourth, according to the Buena Park Police Department. Officers patrolling the 8000 block of Cornflower Circle on Friday night saw several people frantically carry the child into a residence after multiple fireworks had detonated in the area.

Severe weather and airport delays are complicating efforts from millions of people across the U.S. who are heading home from the Fourth of July holiday weekend. NBC News’ Shaquille Brewster reports from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks. Those pyrotechnics also make it an especially dangerous holiday, typically resulting in more than 10,