4th of July

The National Council on Fireworks Safety has a few tips to keep us cool, calm, and collected on this 4th of July holiday.

Want to find out where the best celebrations for Independence Day are across the state? Here's some of our favorites.

The big 4th of July weekend will be here before we know it, so it's a good idea to get your celebration plans locked in now. There are multiple 4th of July events happening in Lafayette, Erath, Youngsville and more. Here's what's on the books so far.

The recall affects chicken and pork products.

This past forth of July, a drone recorded video of a fireworks display and at first everything looks fine. But if you watch the video again, you will notice that what you are witnessing is a fireworks display that's gone very wrong.

The 4th of July weekend got off to quite a start in Central, La. Folks and officials woke up to a freshly toilet papered City Hall this past Friday morning. Good thing the city had just installed cameras.

Joey Chestnut took back his title and set a new record at the 2016 Nathan's July Fourth hot dog eating contest.

Here's some July 4th fun in the form of a five question quiz about all things Independence Day. How many can you get right?

I delivered the bucket of water balloons to the Kids Corner, and one little boy, about 3 or 4, appeared to be a little confused as to what a water balloon was

If you find yourself bored during the remaining two days of this 4th of July weekend, these marathons will offer some relief.

Hearing the Declaration read by one of our most well - respected presidents is a great way to remind ourselves of what the 4th of July is really about.

Fourth of July barbecues aren't always what they're cracked up to be.

There are plenty of activities for the whole family during this Independence Day Weekend in Acadiana!

Uncle Sam's Jam Concert and Fireworks Show benefits the Downtown Lafayette Restaurant and Bar Association, and features the Soul Express Brass Band and Spank the Monkey.

The Fourth of July is upon us, which means America is about to be home to a slew of birthday parties from sea to shining sea.

The Knights of Columbus will hold a flag raising ceremony on Monday, July 4th. It will take place on the grounds of Lafayette public library, 301 W. Congress.

Looking for family fun this 4th of July? Well you are in luck because we've got your complete rundown of events throughout the Acadiana area so you and family can get out and check out fireworks and more.

City officials cite the economic downturn in the oil and gas industry as the catalyst for the cancellation.

Having never seen combat, I can not even begin to imagine the horror, fear, shame and guilt. Though thankful that I never had to go to war, I'm more thankful for those who did answer that call.

There's so much wrong with the world, 'Tiny Hamsters Having A Tiny July 4th BBQ' is not one of them. Everything about this video is fun, cute and screams July 4th.