America 250: Wisconsin, birthplace of America’s modern income tax

As the country celebrates 250 years, the semiquincentennial, Wisconsin has left a lasting impact on the history of the country, including as the birthplace of the country’s modern income tax.

America 250: Wisconsin sports legends, from local roots to global icons

As the United States celebrates 250 years of independence, few cultural forces symbolize national unity more than sports. When looking back at the country's rich athletic history, it is impossible to overlook the outsized impact of southeast Wisconsin.

Fourth of July cookout prices hit record high as America celebrates 250th birthday

Americans preparing to hold a Fourth of July barbecue this weekend will face higher costs for their burgers and hot dogs amid stubborn inflation, a new report finds.

America 250: How Wisconsin businesses shaped our nation's history

America is about to turn 250 years old, and it would be a very different country without the contributions of Wisconsin companies.

Airbnb deploys anti-party technology ahead of July 4 weekend

Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.

Caledonia fireworks shop sees early holiday rush amid tariff uncertainty

Phantom Fireworks in Caledonia says sales are up about 20% ahead of the holiday, while industry leaders say tariffs have made planning more unpredictable this year.

Firework sales ahead of America 250
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Phantom Fireworks in Caledonia says sales are up about 20% ahead of the holiday, while industry leaders say tariffs have made planning more unpredictable this year.

97-year-old to lead Civic Veterans Parade
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A Kenosha man who dedicated his life to service is being honored on Sunday, June 28. The 97-year-old will be leading off the "Civic Veterans Parade."

Kenosha war veteran, 97, to lead Civic Veterans Parade on June 28

A Kenosha man who dedicated his life to service is being honored on Sunday, June 28. The 97-year-old will be leading off the "Civic Veterans Parade."

Trump headlining Great American State Fair kickoff celebration on National Mall

President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.

White House UFC Freedom 250 attack plot: Alleged ringleader was in US illegally, DHS says

Federal officials say Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, identified in court documents as the alleged ringleader of a plot to attack the White House UFC event this past weekend, was in the country illegally after overstaying a visa, according to information from Fox News Digital.

Trump says July 4th American 250 celebration will be a 'TRUMP RALLY'

President Donald Trump said the July 4th celebrations at the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence will be a "TRUMP RALLY."

UFC Freedom 250: Gaethje stuns Topuria as Trump marks 80th birthday

American Justin Gaethje stunned Spanish‑Georgian lightweight champion Ilia Topuria on the White House South Lawn, delivering an upset victory to close out UFC Freedom 250.