Get set for July 4 buck moon, partial lunar eclipse: NASA’s top tips for July skywatchers
Skywatchers are in for a treat on July 4, when the buck moon, or July full moon, rises in the sky. There will also be a partial lunar eclipse.
Skywatchers are in for a treat on July 4, when the buck moon, or July full moon, rises in the sky. There will also be a partial lunar eclipse.
President Trump’s July 4 ‘Salute to America’ event details released
Details on President Trump’s July 4 “Salute to America” event in the District were released on Wednesday – and it will include not only the traditional fireworks display, but demonstrations from the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Air Force Thunderbirds.
Details on President Trump’s July 4 “Salute to America” event in the District were released on Wednesday – and it will include not only the traditional fireworks display, but demonstrations from the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Air Force Thunderbirds.
DHS deploys special federal unit to protect monuments over July 4 weekend amid vandalism fears
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is deploying a special federal unit across the country for the July 4 weekend in order to protect federal monuments and statues from a possible fresh wave of vandalism.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is deploying a special federal unit across the country for the July 4 weekend in order to protect federal monuments and statues from a possible fresh wave of vandalism.
Full Buck Moon: Lunar eclipse will occur on July 4
U.S. residents reveling in Independence Day festivities will get a prime-time view of a penumbral lunar eclipse that is expected to take over the night sky starting at 11:04 p.m. EDT.
U.S. residents reveling in Independence Day festivities will get a prime-time view of a penumbral lunar eclipse that is expected to take over the night sky starting at 11:04 p.m. EDT.
Fireworks have been being set off in neighborhoods across the DC region for weeks ahead of July 4th
The July 4th holiday may be days away but the night skies in the D.C. region have been lighting up for weeks.
The July 4th holiday may be days away but the night skies in the D.C. region have been lighting up for weeks.
DC Mayor Bowser urges District residents to celebrate 4th of July at home
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is encouraging residents to celebrate the Fourth of July at home.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is encouraging residents to celebrate the Fourth of July at home.
Public fireworks displays canceled for Fourth of July in Montgomery County
There will be no public fireworks displays in Montgomery County this Fourth of July, officials announced Thursday.
There will be no public fireworks displays in Montgomery County this Fourth of July, officials announced Thursday.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat calm and safe on the Fourth of July
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
Jack Dorsey says Twitter and Square will honor Juneteenth as company holiday
Celebrated on June 19, the date is considered the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.
Celebrated on June 19, the date is considered the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.
President Trump committed to July 4 celebration in DC despite lawmaker alarm
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains committed to holding a Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s capital even as Democratic lawmakers from the region -- one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus -- warn that the area will not be ready to hold a major event.
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains committed to holding a Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s capital even as Democratic lawmakers from the region -- one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus -- warn that the area will not be ready to hold a major event.
Virtual remembrances honor the fallen on Memorial Day amid the pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on annual tradition in the District.
The coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on annual tradition in the District.
Memorial Day Sandy Point Beach crowd mostly respecting social distancing guidelines
A popular local beach in Maryland proved to be a popular Memorial Day destination once again, but despite the large numbers, those in attendance appeared to be largely respecting social distancing guidelines.
A popular local beach in Maryland proved to be a popular Memorial Day destination once again, but despite the large numbers, those in attendance appeared to be largely respecting social distancing guidelines.
Mother's Day: This is how moms are celebrated around the world
Traditionally on Mother's Day in the United States, flowers are being delivered and online orders are being placed as people scramble to get last-minute gifts to show mom how much they love her.
Traditionally on Mother's Day in the United States, flowers are being delivered and online orders are being placed as people scramble to get last-minute gifts to show mom how much they love her.
How to safely send flowers on Mother's Day this year
Mother’s Day and flowers go hand-in-hand, but talk to the experts and they’ll tell you this Mother’s Day is unlike anything they’ve seen before.
Mother’s Day and flowers go hand-in-hand, but talk to the experts and they’ll tell you this Mother’s Day is unlike anything they’ve seen before.
Trump plans another ‘Salute to America’ July 4 show on National Mall, despite COVID-19 concerns
President Donald Trump promised a July Fourth celebration for the public on the National Mall despite concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump promised a July Fourth celebration for the public on the National Mall despite concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
Large Florida Easter cookout broken up by police amid coronavirus stay-at-home order
More than 100 people gathered outside an affordable housing complex in the Florida Panhandle for an Easter cookout Sunday, defying social distancing measures amid the coronavirus outbreak before police arrived to break up the scene.
More than 100 people gathered outside an affordable housing complex in the Florida Panhandle for an Easter cookout Sunday, defying social distancing measures amid the coronavirus outbreak before police arrived to break up the scene.
Virginia man honors Memorial Day with countryside display
As Memorial Day approaches, one Northern Virginia man wants to make sure those who gave their lives to protect our freedom are still remembered with his own, handmade memorial.
As Memorial Day approaches, one Northern Virginia man wants to make sure those who gave their lives to protect our freedom are still remembered with his own, handmade memorial.
Maryland church to celebrate Easter with a virtual service
Spirit of Faith Christian Center, with locations in Maryland, is doing what many churches are doing this Easter weekend, holding church services online, but the church is going one step further — celebrating virtually with sound.
Spirit of Faith Christian Center, with locations in Maryland, is doing what many churches are doing this Easter weekend, holding church services online, but the church is going one step further — celebrating virtually with sound.
Some Jewish people in the DMV turn to virtual Seders for Passover
For Jewish people who use electronics on holidays, Passover is being handled much like Americans are living some aspects of their everyday lives during the COVID-19 pandemic -- virtually.
For Jewish people who use electronics on holidays, Passover is being handled much like Americans are living some aspects of their everyday lives during the COVID-19 pandemic -- virtually.
Easter Bunny abides by social distancing guidelines, surprises children amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Easter Bunny stopped and waved hello to kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Easter Bunny stopped and waved hello to kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.