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Runners kick off 4th of July with annual Freedom Mile Play Video
July 4, 2022 2:18 PM
BATON ROUGE - Hundreds gathered along the levee to take part in the annual Freedom Mile, kicking off Fourth of July festivities Monday morning. A tradition that's been around since 1985, the Freedom Mile is a point-to-point trek that runs along River Road. For many it's a chance to... more » -
Man accused of storing 16 tons of fireworks at home, including devices that later blew up and injured 17
July 4, 2021 5:48 PM
LOS ANGELES (CNN) - A California man faces federal charges after allegedly transporting tons of explosives from out of state, including devices that later exploded in a police bomb disposal truck, injuring 17 people, authorities said. Arturo Ceja III was arrested Saturday by special agents from the Bureau of... more » -
Downtown business owners expect big crowds from weekend holiday events Play Video
July 3, 2021 5:12 PM
BATON ROUGE - Concerts, live music and Fourth of July firework shows are back in downtown Baton Rouge. After many cancellations last year due to the pandemic, business owners are now looking forward to a much-needed boost in sales. Fred Taylor owns Poor Boy Lloyd's, and he's banking... more » -
WATCH: President Trump, First Lady celebrate Independence Day at South Dakota's 2020 Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebrations Play Video
July 3, 2020 9:22 PM
KEYSTONE, Sd. - President Donald Trump and the First Lady will watch the South Dakota’s 2020 Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebrations on Friday. On Friday, July 3rd President Trump and Melania Trump will celebrate the 4th of July in South Dakota to view the huge fireworks display at Mt. Rushmore... more » -
COVID-19 causes an increase in fireworks sales this year Play Video
July 3, 2020 7:35 PM
PLAQUEMINE - James Jones, who lives in Iberville Parish is stocking up on a lot of fireworks this year. He is planning a backyard display just for his kids. "I got two little bitty twin girls, who are two years old. They are going to... more »