Here’s how Southern California fire and police departments prepared for and responded to one of the busiest days of the year.

More drones can mean fewer traditional fireworks, even as the adrenaline-pumping “boom factor” of fireworks still dominates ...

The city of Riverside has issued dozens of citations for the use of illegal fireworks that were spotted by police drones ...

California residents who lit illegal fireworks over the July 4 holiday may be in for a nasty surprise in the mail thanks to ...

Over 70% of some 140 people who responded to The Times’ question: “Do you prefer fireworks or a drone show for the Fourth of ...

Riverside, California, is stepping up its fight against illegal fireworks by turning to drone technology, resulting in nearly $100k in fines.

In June, Milwaukee County opted to swap its long tradition of fireworks at Veterans Park for a drone show over McKinley Beach ...

As Oahu prepares for an expected explosive Fourth of July, law enforcement is rolling out new technology and counting on ...

Recent immigration raids throughout Southern California are prompting some cities to cancel July 4th celebrations. Cancelled ...

In addition, Culver City has a drone light show on Saturday, and City of Agoura Hills has a drone light show on Sunday ...

We also have some ... unconventional ways to celebrate, such as a 5K run in Anaheim and monster truck rallies.