The oddest America 250 events that took place in Philly and across the U.S.
From potatoes named “Spudjamin Franklin” to a George Washington trampoline, here’s the ten weirdest homages to the U.S.’ big birthday.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
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Socialist Poised To Be DC's Next Mayor Says She Now Regrets Backing Resolution Condemning Antisemitism, Une...
Janeese Lewis George, the Democrat Socialists of America activist who is poised to become the next mayor of Washington, D.C., told DSA leaders last year that...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
2 people killed in separate July 4th shootings in DMV
Law enforcement officials in Washington, D.C., and neighboring Prince George’s County are investigating two unrelated, fatal shootings that occurred just h...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
‘SNL’ Savaged for Promoting MAGA Host on July 4th
Saturday Night Live fans weren’t laughing when the legendary comedy series reposted a three-year-old July Fourth sketch featuring outed MAGA comedian Nate...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Paul Pelosi in hit-and-run in California, car left with major damage, authorities say
Authorities in California say former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband has been involved in a hit-and-run and could face misdemeanor charges
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Wyoming Daughters of the American Revolution share Washington Elm Project, sapling
CHEYENNE — Wyoming’s George Washington Elm was honored during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration Saturday afternoon at the state Capitol.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Philadelphia shipwrights hand-built a replica of the boat Washington used to cross the Delaware. Yes, you c...
On Christmas in 1776, Washington sailed on a Durham boat to storm Trenton. A 3500-pound replica now stands at Washington Crossing Historic Park.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
From George Washington to Donald Trump, America's creation story reads like a Hollywood script
US Independence Day was never the simple morality tale Americans often tell themselves. Under Donald Trump the debate over its meaning is more politically ch...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
George Washington was no deist: Exposing the modern myth about America’s founding
Bestselling author Eric Metaxas joins Glenn Beck to dismantle the deist narrative about Washington and the founders, revealing their profound Christian faith...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Rob Reiner Gets the ‘Last Laugh’ Against Trump in Secret Final Role as George Washington in Larry David...
Rob Reiner filmed his surprise final role as George Washington in Larry David's HBO show 'Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness.'
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Conventional Wisdom: 1776 Edition
Featuring: George Washington, George III, Benjamin Franklin, Thayendanegea, Thomas Jefferson, Phillis Wheatley and more.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
WATCH: American Bald Eagle and George Washington Light Up the Sky in Drone Show over Texas
A breathtaking display of drone technology appeared in the sky over north Texas this week as the 250th was commemorated with drone-created American images |...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Bend Elks in sixth as first half of WCL season comes to an end
Despite dropping their recent series against the Yakima Valley (Washington) Pippins, the Bend Elks have been on one of their better stretches during the seas...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Annual STP bike ride expected to bring 6,000 bicyclists to Western Washington roads this weekend
Drivers should plan for extra travel time Saturday, July 11, and Sunday, July 12, a news release from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDO...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
WDFW accepting Master Hunter Permit Program applications
The Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is inviting new applicants to join the almost 1,000 certified Master Hunters across the state, a...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Toledo man, 48, dies in Interstate 5 crash on July 3
A Toledo man died Friday in a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 near state Route 506, according to a press memo from the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Victo...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Yes, we have 8,282 manufacturers in Washington. They actually make things.
Small manufacturers Misty Mountain, Rite in the Rain and Goodwin Composites share how they found their niches and how they survive as tariffs rise and consum...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Campaign to repeal Washington ‘millionaires tax’ submits over 500,000 signatures
TUMWATER — Opponents of Washington’s new high-earners income tax submitted more than 500,000 signatures for an initiative to kill the tax Thursday, setti...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Back for another season, Alex Ovechkin is noncommittal on whether this will be his last
WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin is returning for a 22nd season with the Washington Capitals.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Search For Missing Brazilian Man Ends Successfully On Mt. Washington
A lost Brazilian hiker who had been missing for over a day was located alive and well on Mt. Washington on the afternoon of Friday, July 3.
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Microsoft cuts over 600 Washington jobs, 4,800 globally amid corporate restructuring
(The Center Square) - Microsoft announced layoffs Monday impacting 605 workers based out of Washington, part of a planned broader corporate restructuring tha...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
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