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WATCH: Look back at America’s 1976 Bicentennial "GMA" looks back at the nation's Bicentennial celebration in 1976 and how Americans marked the country's 200th anniversary. 
WATCH: Inside the Statue of Liberty flyover with French Air and Space Force ABC News' Deborah Roberts got a once-in-a-lifetime chance to fly with the world-famous Patrouille de France in an evening salute to Lady Liberty for America's 250th celebration.
WATCH: Presidential families share little-known facts about their descendants According to family, John Quincy Adams skinny dipped daily in the Potomac River.
WATCH: Countdown begins for Nashville's Star-Spangled Bash WKRN-TV’s Danielle Breezy reports live from Nashville with a preview of the city’s Fourth of July celebration, including a star-studded concert hosted by Ryan Seacrest.
WATCH: How the US will be celebrating its 250th birthday ABC News' Danny New breaks down America 250 celebrations happening this weekend, from big cities to national parks.
Heat wave forecast: Amtrak cancels over 2 dozen trains as intense heat continues A dangerous heat wave is bringing prolonged extreme heat to more than two dozen states across the Midwest, the South and the East Coast.
Coast Guard surges resources to DC and elsewhere to protect July 4 celebrations U.S. Coast Guard surging resources to protect July 4 celebrations
Trump combined disaster aid announcements with plugs for GOP candidates Trump approved over $846M in disaster relief for Republican-leaning states, combining the announcements with praise for candidates he endorsed in upcoming elections. 
A fairytale at MSG: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding set to take place Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding is set for Friday at Madison Square Garden
DOJ declines to turn over additional Epstein files, says redactions were appropriate A federal judge last week ordered the Justice Department to turn over more files or explain why they were withheld.
125 passengers and crew hit with highly contagious stomach virus on cruise Health officials say more than 120 passengers and crew on a Princess Cruises ship were infected with a stomach virus during a 20-day trip to Canada and Alaska
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's wedding festivities reportedly kick off at MSG Earlier this week, sources told ABC News that MSG is hosting two events related to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's highly anticipated wedding.
Olympian David Hearn indicted for alleged vandalism of Reflecting Pool Olympian David Hearn has been indicted in for allegedly "maliciously" destroying lining at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Parents charged in death of morbidly obese son to undergo competency evaluation Casper O'Brien, 7, weighed 255 pounds at the time of his death, which was found to be caused by dilated cardiomyopathy with contributing conditions of morbid obesity.
2 years after fatal teen shooting, suspects arrested and charged Two people have been charged in a 2024 drive-by shooting that killed 13-year-old Jacob Duncan in South Carolina.
From The Sports Desk: Portugal advances, Croatia sent packing after dramatic finish Portugal advanced after edging out Croatia 2-1 in a hard-fought match, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s team will now face European champion Spain on Monday.
Rare copy of the Declaration of Independence seized by the British in 1776 is found A rare copy of the Declaration of Independence lost for 250 years has been discovered in London, where it is now the only known example of its kind outside the United States.
England fans can drink till 5 a.m. for Mexico World Cup game after government intervenes With England’s game against Mexico at the Azteca stadium kicking off at 1 a.m. British time, the government has relaxed alcohol laws to allow pubs to stay open.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's Wedding Weekend Officially Kicks Off Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce officially kicked off their wedding festivities in New York City on Thursday with a reported rehearsal dinner, as fans braved the heat outside hoping to catch a glimpse. NBC’s Chloe Melas reports for TODAY.
Preparations Underway for Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Massive crowds are expected to gather for a dayslong funeral for Iran’s former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a U.S. strike on the first day of the war. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.
Heat, Storm Threat Could Dampen July 4 Plans Across US As the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, millions are sweating through a scorching heatwave driving triple-digit temperatures. With 21 states under extreme heat alerts, severe storms could now be added to the holiday mix. NBC’s Sam Brock reports and TODAY’s Al Roker tracks the holiday weekend forecast.
July Fourth celebrations commence and Folarin Balogun’s red card sparks debate: Morning Rundown The U.S. begins a weekend of 250th birthday celebrations amid heat alerts across much of the country.
Powerful Iranian general seen in public amid preparation for supreme leader’s vast funeral TEHRAN, Iran — A powerful Iranian general not seen in public for months has been photographed at a service for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as the country prepared for a sweeping dayslong funeral.
Deadly drug-resistant fungal infections rising in the U.S. Candida auris can “colonize” the skin and spread easily to surfaces.
Millions expected at delayed Khamenei funeral as Iran seeks to project strength Four months after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran is preparing for a massive multi-day funeral. It’s a calculated move by the regime to project strength and unity during a shaky peace deal with the U.S.
Suiza no perdona y avanza con autoridad ante Argelia Suiza fue contundente en los momentos clave ante Argelia. Embolo adelantó a los europeos al minuto 10 y Ndoye castigó una mala salida defensiva para asegurar el pase a octavos del Mundial 2026.
Carlos Pavón: "El próximo rival tiene que pensarlo mucho" | Todo el Mundial Carlos Pavón analizó el gran momento de Suiza tras vencer a Argelia y destacó la fortaleza que ha mostrado jugando en el mismo estadio, donde ya suma tres triunfos consecutivos y espera disputar un partido más en la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026.
Murat Yakin se va contento con el trabajo de Suiza sobre Argelia El técnico de Suiza celebró el trabajo de sus pupilos en la victoria de 2-0 sobre Argelia en la Copa del Mundo, destacando el excelente trabajo que se hizo para controlar el encuentro durante prácticamente los 90 minutos.
Riyad Mahrez se despide de Argelia tras su eliminación en el Mundial El histórico atacante Riyad Mahrez no pudo ocultar su decepción tras haber caído 2-0 ante Suiza en los 16vos de la Copa del Mundo y confirmó que fue su último partido representando internacionalmente a su país.
“Hemos demostrado nuestra calidad”: Manzambi tras victoria de Suiza a Argelia Uno de los mejores jugadores de Suiza, como lo es Johan Manzambi, habló tras la victoria de 2-0 sobre Argelia en la ronda de dieciseisavos de la Copa del Mundo y no pudo ocultar su felicidad tras haber obtenido el pase a octavos.
July 4th events threatened by heat wave. And, Russia strikes on Ukraine's capital July 4th events for America's milestone birthday are being threatened by a brutal heat wave. And, Russia has struck Ukraine's capital, killing several people in what it calls retaliatory attacks.
Just gave birth or are about to? Share your story and questions about costs The costs of having a baby in the U.S. can be hard to predict and budget for. We want to hear your stories and questions about how to navigate the system.
Former USAID head grieves its closure while hoping for its future Former USAID administrator reflects on a year since USAID's shutdown and the new direction of US foreign aid.
How a fertilizer shortage caused by the Iran war could affect U.S. food prices The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted shipments of fertilizer and natural gas, a key component in fertilizer manufacturing. It's unlikely to cause major price hikes for U.S. grocery shoppers.
Oregon ER doctors win a 'David and Goliath' battle against a national company In a test of a new state law, doctors in Eugene went up against a national physician staffing firm seeking to replace them. Their success is getting attention across the U.S. as other states consider similar laws.
A hot summer trend in the sharing economy? Rental swimming pools The Airbnb-style company Swimply said there have been about 275,000 private pool reservations so far this year.
How young people feel about American identity, on the nation's 250th birthday Listen to the best student podcasts about what "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" means for young people today.
But first, coffee: The drink that energized the American Revolution Colonial Americans were drinking coffee long before they dumped tea into Boston Harbor or fought a war for independence. The establishments that served it were already brewing revolutionary ideas.
Morning news brief Heat threatens U.S. 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.
NEWSBRIEF: USA 250, RUSSIA WAR ADVANCES SLOW, DEMOCRATIC PARTY FUTURE Heat threatens U.S. 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.
NEWSBRIEF: USA 250, RUSSIA STRIKES UKRAINE, DEMOCRATIC PARTY FUTURE Heat threatens US 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.
Hakeem Jeffries addresses Democratic Party divisions, says Trump is the bigger issue On the eve of America's 250th birthday, NPR's Michel Martin asks House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York about the Democratic Party's midterm future.
Some states rolling back worker heat protections The heat dome encasing much of the eastern U.S. is reviving concerns about protecting workers from the heat. Many states have laws in place but some, including Florida, have rolled them back.
Designer of 50-star flag looks back at his high school project The designer of today's American flag remembers the day he created it for a student project.
Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes After 90 minutes of play, the electronic board signaled 10 minutes of added time, and it was difficult to imagine at that point just how much drama would be packed into the coming minutes.