As I approach the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, the barrier to an up-close view of its now-infamous, algae-infested water is readily apparent. A chain-link fence lines the pool’s perimeter, with eight National Guardsmen clustered near one corner. On the fence, a sign conveys an alarming message: “Danger: Explosives.” That’s in anticipation of the July 4 … Read more
In 1990 the “Sunday Morning” host headlined a CBS special primetime broadcast, “On the Fourth of July with Charles Kuralt,” remembering the many ways in which our nation marks its birthday. Enjoy this excerpt (rebroadcast on “Sunday Morning” July 1, 2007) marking Independence Day celebrations – parades and tubing down lazy rivers, axe throws and … Read more
Travelers experience higher costs this Fourth of July – CBS News Watch CBS News More than 72 million will travel 50 miles or more during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, according to AAA. Most will drive and find gas prices up about 66 cents per gallon compared to this time last year. Domestic airfare … Read more
This July Fourth could be the hottest on record for millions of Americans as a massive heat wave traps more than half of the United States under a heat dome through the holiday weekend. Dangerously high temperatures, coupled with humidity, could result in heat indices of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the … Read more
Extreme heat settling over U.S. heading into July 4 – CBS News Watch CBS News A heat wave is affecting more than 200 million people across large parts of the U.S. this week and is forecast to persist through July 4. Tom Hanson reports and Rob Marciano has the forecast. Source link
Major changes to federal student loan rules take effect on Wednesday, July 1, that will limit how much Americans can borrow and their repayment options. The overhaul, made under the 2025 “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” will affect millions of people who take out loans to finance their education. “These are the most changes we have … Read more
LOS ANGELES — TikTok has reached a settlement in a lawsuit brought by a Florida teen who sued the company and other social media platforms, alleging they harmed his mental health, according to an attorney for the plaintiff. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The … Read more
A $30,000 CD account can provide a big return for savers now, in today’s elevated interest rate landscape. nui/Virojt Changyencham/Getty Images Savers looking for safe and effective ways to grow their money this July won’t need to look too far. With the interest rate environment elevated, there are multiple profitable accounts to choose from. But … Read more
Credit card debt forgiveness could make a lot of sense for borrowers to pursue this July. Rob Hyrons/roberthyrons/Getty Images Credit card debt forgiveness sounds like something too good to be true for borrowers, especially in today’s economic climate. Having a portion of your outstanding debt forgiven, however, is exactly what debt relief companies can help … Read more
This year’s Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C. — marking the nation’s 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night, with some of the tightest security in decades, officials said Monday. This Fourth will include “the largest display of fireworks our … Read more