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LIVE Updates on 4th of July weekend events, fireworks in Chicago area
America's 250th birthday is this weekend. Follow along with ABC7 Chicago as the area celebrates.
July 4th, 2026 Fireworks: List of shows around Chicago area
Police investigation at suburban park forces July 4 event cancellation
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Suburb opens 1976 time capsule, revisits America Bicentennial memories
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City prepares holiday weekend safety measures, local groups mobilize
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Chicago-area suburbs host 4th of July parades, festivals, fireworks
July 4th fireworks in Chicago, suburbs, NW Indiana | LIST
Candidates vying for Senate seat show out for local July 4th parades
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Northwest suburb cancels Fourth of July fireworks show
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July 4th, 2026 Fireworks: List of shows around Chicago area
Police investigation at suburban park forces July 4 event cancellation
Who is paying for America's 250th celebrations?
Times Square Ball to drop eight times on July 4
Suburb opens 1976 time capsule, revisits America Bicentennial memories
Video shows skydiver crashing into tent at NorCal rodeo
City prepares holiday weekend safety measures, local groups mobilize
Chicago community leaders reflect on America's promise ahead of July 4
NASCAR returns to Chicagoland Speedway with fan festival, race weekend
Chicago-area towns prepare celebrations for America's 250th birthday
Gear up for America 250 with our top merchandise picks
Chicago-area suburbs host 4th of July parades, festivals, fireworks
July 4th fireworks in Chicago, suburbs, NW Indiana | LIST
Candidates vying for Senate seat show out for local July 4th parades
Non-residents must pay fee to attend suburban fireworks display
Northwest suburb cancels Fourth of July fireworks show
Highland Park announces plans for 2nd parade since July 4th shooting
By the numbers: The July 4th hot dog eating contest
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Show Fewer