America 250: VA honors 49 Revolutionary War Veterans at 16 cemeteries across the country
To mark the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the delegate’s signing of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, the Department of Veterans Affairs held ceremonies at 16 cemeteries across the country on Sunday, August 2, to honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War.
To mark the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the delegate’s signing of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, the Department of Veterans Affairs held ceremonies at 16 cemeteries across the country on Sunday, August 2, to honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War.
See it: Trump commemorative $1 gold coin revealed
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. Mint will begin striking a new $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Freedom Plane National Tour at The Henry Ford
As part of America’s 250th, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Dearborn is one of the lucky cities. Here’s all the details.
As part of America’s 250th, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Dearborn is one of the lucky cities. Here’s all the details.
150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
America250 has unveiled the contents of America’s Time Capsule, which features letters, artifacts, and objects from across the country to help tell the story of the United States at its 250th anniversary.
July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.
Southfield's role in the Underground Railroad
You probably already know Detroit played a crucial role in the Underground Railroad. Its code name: “Midnight." The city helped thousands of escaped slaves reach freedom in Canada. However, a church in Southfield helped as well, and its members were fierce.
You probably already know Detroit played a crucial role in the Underground Railroad. Its code name: “Midnight." The city helped thousands of escaped slaves reach freedom in Canada. However, a church in Southfield helped as well, and its members were fierce.
Hudson's Detroit brings back iconic American flag for country's 250th anniversary
This July, Hudson's Detroit is adorned in a giant American flag. The original JL Hudson's building was also draped in the flag beginning in 1923, which long became a tradition.
This July, Hudson's Detroit is adorned in a giant American flag. The original JL Hudson's building was also draped in the flag beginning in 1923, which long became a tradition.
5 of America's greatest medical breakthroughs revealed as the nation marks 250 years
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary, medical experts highlight five innovations that have dramatically improved health and quality of life.
As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary, medical experts highlight five innovations that have dramatically improved health and quality of life.
America's bicentennial vs America 250: How the country has changed in 50 years
From technology to gas prices, here’s a look at how America has changed over the last 50 years.
From technology to gas prices, here’s a look at how America has changed over the last 50 years.
America 250: National Parks offering free admission for 4th of July weekend
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
Detroit's musical contribution throughout history in the US
As we inch closer to America’s 250th birthday on Saturday, FOX 2 is continuing to take a look at Detroit’s vast role in shaping life in America.
As we inch closer to America’s 250th birthday on Saturday, FOX 2 is continuing to take a look at Detroit’s vast role in shaping life in America.
America at 250: Detroit labor union movement changes history for workers
Walter Reuther was president of the United Auto Workers from 1946 until he died in a plane crash in 1970. For him, the UAW was a movement and an instrument for social change.
Walter Reuther was president of the United Auto Workers from 1946 until he died in a plane crash in 1970. For him, the UAW was a movement and an instrument for social change.
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.
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: The history behind Detroit's waterways
As America marks its 250th birthday, the story of our nation's growth begins on the water. From fueling commerce and industry to shaping innovation and connecting communities, Detroit's waterways have played a pivotal role in America's progress. In this special series, FOX 2's Erica Francis explores the rivers and lakes that helped build the Motor City, the people who keep these waterways moving today, and the lasting impact Detroit's maritime legacy continues to have on the United States.
As America marks its 250th birthday, the story of our nation's growth begins on the water. From fueling commerce and industry to shaping innovation and connecting communities, Detroit's waterways have played a pivotal role in America's progress. In this special series, FOX 2's Erica Francis explores the rivers and lakes that helped build the Motor City, the people who keep these waterways moving today, and the lasting impact Detroit's maritime legacy continues to have on the United States.
2026 Patriot Games: Dates revealed, applications opened for national high school competition
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
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.
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.
Trump shares new image of America 250 passport featuring photo of himself
President Trump will be the first living president to be featured on the U.S. passport.
President Trump will be the first living president to be featured on the U.S. passport.
2 more suspects charged in multi-state White House UFC attack plot: Justice Department
Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event.
Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event.