'The Conjuring' farmhouse in Rhode Island on the market

A supposedly haunted farmhouse in Rhode Island that inspired the horror movie "The Conjuring" is on the market. And the sales agent isn't hiding its terrifying reputation. In fact, the listing is all about the 3,100-square-foot home's creepy charm.

Michigan offers fireworks safety advice for July 4th

The State of Michigan urges residents to use safety precautions on July 4th and the proceeding weekend in order to stay, safe, healthy, and happy with fireworks this holiday.

Oakland County warns boaters to stay sober, Sheriff increases patrols July 4th weekend

The Oakland County Sheriff's Office urges caution this holiday season. Many Michiganders will be out on the water, and it is important to avoid drugs and alcohol while doing so. Additional deputies will be patrolling the lakes July 4th weekend.

Stores that will be open during the Fourth of July

Though this is a holiday weekend, most major retailers from Home Depot to Target will still remain open — and in most cases, under normal business hours.

What was the weather like on July 4, 1776?

When the founding fathers gathered to sign the Declaration of Independence, at least one of them was considering what the weather was that day - Thomas Jefferson.

Officials across US West ban fireworks amid historic drought

Local officials across the American West have enacted bans on fireworks amid extreme heat and drought conditions.

July 4, Juneteenth and the meaning of national holidays

We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.