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Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America's "joyous' 250th anniversary
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (663+ words) WATCH LIVE: Nation's capital puts on fireworks spectacle for America's 250th July 5, 2026, 12: 32 AM The speech capped a holiday that Trump has gone to great lengths to shape to his own tastes. He was introduced by two musical performers who often appear…...
Smithsonian Folklife Festival celebrates 250 with full slate of free July Fourth events
10+ hour, 48+ min ago (375+ words) WATCH LIVE: Nation's capital puts on fireworks spectacle for America's 250th July 4, 2026, 4: 33 AM Stay with WTOP for coverage of America's semiquincentennial Fourth of July, including'fireworks, A Capital Fourth' concert, and other celebrations. Tune in to 103. 5 FM on air,'online'or via the'WTOP…...
White nationalists march at Union Station and on Capitol Hill
11+ hour, 34+ min ago (159+ words) WATCH LIVE: Nation's capital puts on fireworks spectacle for America's 250th July 4, 2026, 3: 17 PM A group of masked men marched at Union Station and across Capitol Hill on July Fourth, chanting calls to rid the U. S. of immigrants. The marchers were believed to…...
60th annual Fourth of July parade in the Palisades goes off without a hitch, despite the heat
8+ hour, 50+ min ago (543+ words) WATCH LIVE: Nation's capital puts on fireworks spectacle for America's 250th July 4, 2026, 6: 15 PM Stay with WTOP for coverage of America's semiquincentennial Fourth of July, including'fireworks, A Capital Fourth' concert, and other celebrations. Tune in to 103. 5 FM on air,'online'or via the'WTOP…...
Work of patriotism:" Md. Gov. Moore gives Fourth of July address to the nation
9+ hour, 10+ min ago (682+ words) WATCH LIVE: Nation's capital puts on fireworks spectacle for America's 250th NEWS ALERT: National Mall to reopen after brief evacuation due to hot, stormy weather Ana Golden | ana. golden@wtop. com July 4, 2026, 5: 33 PM Stay with WTOP for coverage of America's semiquincentennial…...
America's Independence Day Parade canceled due to extreme heat conditions
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (134+ words) LOCAL UPDATE: America's Independence Day Parade canceled due to extreme heat conditions July 3, 2026, 10: 43 PM Organizers of America's Independence Day Parade have canceled the annual event, citing dangerous heat conditions forecast for the D. C. region. It had been scheduled for 10: 30 a. m. on the…...
WATCH LIVE: A Capitol Fourth concert for America's 250th anniversary
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (101+ words) OVI'S BACK: Capitals re-sign Alex Ovechkin July 2, 2026, 5: 12 PM A patriotic performance is set to take place outside of the U. S. Capitol Friday night to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary of independence this July Fourth. A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration is set to…...
WATCH LIVE: DC fireworks on the National Mall dazzle for America 250
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (112+ words) OVI'S BACK: Capitals re-sign Alex Ovechkin July 2, 2026, 5: 11 PM A massive fireworks display is planned for Saturday night in the District as the nation celebrates 250 years of independence on Fourth of July. President Donald Trump has said this year's fireworks will…...
Country Roads," US World Cup anthem, inspired by drive down Clopper Road in Gaithersburg
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (546+ words) OVI'S BACK: Capitals re-sign Alex Ovechkin Joe Yasharoff, WTOP Contributor July 2, 2026, 1: 56 PM When it comes to oldies, "Take Me Home, Country Roads" is as familiar as they come. Most people know at least a few words. The song has had…...
Where to find DC-area cooling centers
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (203+ words) As extreme heat grips the region, here is where to find cooling centers in D. C. , Maryland and Virginia. As extreme heat grips the region, here is where to find cooling centers in D. C. , Maryland and Virginia Related stories Montgomery County prepares for…...