Salute to America

A National Park Service spokesman said the festivities on the Mall will be safe. “With all of the space that we have on the National Mall where people can spread out, with all of the precautions we’re taking, we believe this event can be done safely,” he told News4’s Darcy Spencer.

The Trump administration released its plans for celebrating America’s birthday. It not only includes a huge fireworks display but also a military flyover. News4’s Mark Segraves has reaction from D.C.’s mayor, who is still urging people to stay home.

As coronavirus cases rise across the country, the mayor of D.C. is urging the city’s residents to stay vigilant and take precautions. She is recommending people stay home and avoid large crowds for the Fourth of July. News4’s Mark Segraves reports.

The White House is moving ahead with a fireworks show over the National Mall on July Fourth, but D.C.’s mayor is asking residents to celebrate at home as the coronavirus pandemic continues.  Joining a large gathering of people is still a high-risk activity, Mayor Muriel Bowser said at a news conference Thursday. She urged residents to observe the holiday...

President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a second, lower-key “Salute to America” celebration on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic

The 19,000-seat venue is expected to be full of supporters as Oklahoma sees a surge in coronavirus cases.