Independence Day parades, another Joey Chestnut win and fireworks marked Friday's Fourth of July celebrations across the U.S. The big picture: Millions of Americans traveled for the holiday, facing sweltering heat,

The Fourth of July has arrived and will be filled with barbecues, fireworks, and good deals. Also known as Independence Day, the federal holiday dates back to 1776 to commemorate the anniversary of the ratification of the Declaration of Independence,

: Inclement weather has led to the cancellation of many Fourth of July events including the City of Austin's Star Spangled Fest and fireworks display with the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Check event websites and social media accounts for the latest information.

If you want to record the Macy’s Fireworks event or want to watch other NBC content (or even 4th of July content) online as it becomes available, check out DirecTV (free trial) or Fubo TV (free trial). It is also available on Peacock, the official home of all NBC content.

President Donald Trump is slated to use the White House's Fourth of July celebrations as the backdrop for his final victory lap over his massive spending bill. The president will sign the legislation,

Against odds that at times seemed improbable, Trump achieved his goal of celebrating a historic — and divisive — legislative victory in time for the nation’s birthday.

Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, and defending champion in

Nathan's Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest is set to take place on Coney Island, New York City on Friday afternoon, July 4. Nathan's will be hosting its annual Hot Dog Eating Contest on Friday afternoon,