4th of July
New York State Police issued nearly 11,000 tickets during the July 4th Stop DWI campaign, including 210 DWI arrests and responses to 716 crashes. Violations include speeding, seatbelt use, and distracted driving. Numbers were down from last year’s 12,951 tickets and 335 DWI arrests. State Police issue over 10K tickets during July 4th DWI enforcement […]
As July 4th approaches, officials urge caution with fireworks. Only ground-based sparklers are legal in New York. Injuries rose to 14,700 in 2024, including 1,700 from sparklers. Experts advise using fireworks on concrete and calling 911 for any fires. Firefighters urge caution with fireworks this Fourth of July
4th of July Food Facts: Hot dogs beat burgers in most U.S. states, according to Target’s shopping data (via Simply Recipes). Americans consume an estimated 150 million hot dogs on July 4th alone. Hamburgers, steaks, and barbecue chicken also rank high, but hot dogs take the top spot for sheer quantity and tradition. Corn on […]
June 28 Penfield Independence Celebration Parade: Begins at 10 a.m., starting from Penfield High School to the Penfield Community Center on Baird Road Evening Events: Live music and activities at Harris Whalen Park starting at 6 p.m. Fireworks: Scheduled for 10 p.m. Chili Summerfest 2025 Time: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Chili Community […]
June 28 Penfield: Parade at 10 a.m., fireworks at 10 p.m. Chili Summerfest: Two stages of live music, food, and fireworks from 4–10 p.m. July 4 Rochester: Fireworks on Broad and Court Street bridges, 10 p.m. Fairport: Parade, Firecracker Run, and Party in the Park Greece: 5K at 7 a.m., Old Fashioned 4th of July […]
In anticipation of July Fourth, many pet owners are seeking ways to alleviate their dogs’ anxiety caused by fireworks. Rori Chang, from Glendale, Arizona, uses action movies to mask the noise for her golden retriever, Ava, who fears loud sounds. Veterinarian Dr. Kelley DeGroff in Phoenix reports increased requests for anxiety medications weeks before the […]
As the 4th of July approaches, Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY, is preparing for the holiday, with the Adult Emergency Department fully staffed for both July 4th and 5th. Dr. Aekta Miglani, Medical Director of the Adult Emergency Department, notes that the hospital’s urgent care centers will be open from 9 AM to 5 […]
Americans firing up their grills for Fourth of July celebrations will likely pay more for some traditional barbecue staples this year. That’s largely due to inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy and supply shocks related to specific foods such as beef and lemons, according to agricultural economists. The average cookout for 10 people will cost $71.22 […]
Police have a suspect in custody related to the 4th of July mass shooting in High Park Illinois. Police identified the alleged shooter as Robert Crimo as the suspect involved at a 4th of July parade. The suspect was taken into custody Monday evening after a short chase in North Chicago. The shooting left 6 […]
The City of Rochester will have 4th of July fireworks starting downtown at 10:00 p.m Monday July 4th. The closest viewing locations for the fireworks are the Court Street Bridge and the Broad Street Bridge. The streets will close at 8:00 p.m. and re-open when spectators leave the area after the show. Click Here To […]
WDKX Holiday Stream