It's a popular misconception that Cinco de Mayo, which translates to "fifth of May" in Spanish, is Mexico's Independence Day or is the Mexican counterpart to the United States' Fourth of July. The ...

Americans across all 50 states are prepping for the Fourth of July and, of course, the rousing celebrations that come with it. Booming fireworks, patriotic parades, and outdoor barbeques have become ...

July 4 (UPI) --Most Americans are all familiar with the reason we celebrate July Fourth as Independence Day. This was the day in 1776 that the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of ...

July Fourth (or the Fourth of July or Independence Day) is a special American holiday celebrated every year on July 4, and it's not just a day for fireworks and barbecues. Here's a quick history ...

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (NEXSTAR) — Mexican Independence came with passion, a fight, and pride. Now several generations later, it is celebrated with cultural dances, music, food, and family. “Oh! It’s so ...

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - While we celebrate this independence day, it is important to know Georgia’s part in America’s founding. 249 years ago, Georgia was among the original 13 colonies to declare ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - People in Charleston had the chance to hear the text of the Declaration of Independence read aloud for the first time in August 1776. The Second Continental Congress adopted ...

The Lone Star State declared its independence from Mexico weeks before the final battle of the Texas Revolution. Here's why ...