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Hawaii man dies after launching fireworks in parking lot on the Fourth of July
Police say a 20-year-old man has died after setting off fireworks in Hawaii on the Fourth of July holiday.
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Firework thrown from truck at group sitting on porch
An unidentified person threw a large firework at a home on July 4, while a family and some friends were sitting on the front porch.
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Surveillance video shows the moment gunshots fired into large crowd after ComoFest
Surveillance video obtained by NBC 5 shows the moment gunshots were fired into a large crowd gathering hours after a community festival ended.
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Victims of Como shooting remembered, surveillance video released
Surveillance video obtained by NBC 5 shows the moment gunshots were fired into a large crowd gathering hours after a community festival ended.
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North Texans head outdoors to enjoy the Fourth of July holiday
And amid the walking, playing, and snacking, some North Texans think about what Independence Day means to them.
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Como neighborhood leaders in Fort Worth denounce July Fourth violence
Community leaders in Fort Worth’s Como neighborhood have made it very clear – Monday night’s violence does not define the strides they’ve made in improving their neighborhood.
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Police follow up on leads after fatal shooting in Fort Worth Monday night
Officers say the shooting happened in the Como neighborhood, southwest of downtown Fort Worth. NBC 5’s Sophia Beausoleil has more from Horne and Houghton Avenue where the deadly shooting took place.
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From afterthought to national symbol: Here's why the American Flag wasn't always revered as it is today
Though flags proliferate every July 4, they would have been rare during early Independence Day celebrations. Only in the mid-19th century does the U.S. flag become a permanent fixture at the White House, scholars believe.
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North Texans head outdoors to enjoy Fourth of July holiday
Many of us have plans to maybe cookout or watch fireworks in North Texas this evening. For others, it’s just a moment to relax with friends and reflect on the nation’s 247th birthday.
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Frisco Freedom Fest prepares for firework show
Freedom Fest organizers say tonight’s fireworks show will be one of the largest in North Texas.
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Violent night in Fort Worth leaves neighbors in disbelief
Community organizers are making it very clear that what happened in Como Monday night was not associated with the positivity they say they are trying to spread during the Fourth of July. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the story.
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Rain or shine, millions across the US brave severe weather to celebrate Fourth of July
Americans braved rain, heat, and divisions to celebrate Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and hot dog eating contests across the country
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WATCH: North Richland Hills drone and fireworks show
North Richland Hills drone and fireworks show. The drone show set a Guinness World Record.
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Joey Chestnut wins record 16th Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Miki Sudo claimed a ninth title before stormy weather moved in and delayed the men’s competition.
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Frisco prepares for the second day of Freedom Fest
Frisco Freedom Fest starts its second day of July Fourth festivities.
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North Richland Hills Fourth of July drone show sets new Guinness World Record
Monday night’s Fourth of July drone show in North Richland Hills set a new Guinness World Record.
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Wonder how fireworks colors are created? Here's the science behind it
NBC 5 Meteorologist Adrienne Vonn explains the science of fireworks colors and how weather conditions affect fireworks displays.
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Freedom Fest kicks off in Frisco
Tuesday, July 4 is the ‘Party on the Plaza’, the FC Dallas vs. D.C. United soccer match at Toyota Stadium, and Fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
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Celebrating the Fourth of July with a sensory-sensitive event
Amid the various fireworks displays Monday night, there will be an oasis of calm and quiet celebrating the Fourth of July free from loud noises. David Goins takes us inside the setup for a sensory-sensitive celebration in Cypress Waters.
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Dallas community hires off-duty police for gunfire protection
Celebratory fireworks and gunfire is illegal in Dallas but it happens anyway during the Fourth of July holiday. Some residents in Oak Cliff are so fed up, they’re once again hiring off duty officers to put a stop to it this week. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen is in the Marsalis Park neighborhood with the story.