WASHINGTON, DC—As millions of Americans prepare to travel for the Independence Day holiday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging all drivers to slow down and will launch a new anti-speeding campaign on Monday, July 7th. The “Speeding Catches Up With You” campaign aims to address the deadly risks associated with excessive speed. Speeding contributed to nearly one-third […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) are intensifying patrols and enforcement this Independence Day weekend as part of their 17th annual “Operation Dry Water,” focusing on combating boating under the influence. Maryland waterway users can expect increased patrols and vessel checks as the NRP prioritizes sober boating and overall safety during one of the busiest boating holidays of the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police will increase patrols across the state this Independence Day weekend, targeting impaired, aggressive and distracted drivers. The heightened enforcement begins Friday, July 4, and continues through Sunday, July 6. All 23 Maryland State Police barracks will participate in high-visibility patrols. The State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, a specialized unit, will also be deployed […]
FULLERTON, MD—The 2025 Fullerton July 4 fireworks celebration will be a big one, featuring live music and fun for the whole family. The 62nd annual Fullerton Fireworks Celebration & Music Festival 2025 will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, with a rain date of Sunday, July 6th. The festival begins at 2:00 p.m. this year, with food by Jimmy’s […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials have announced the full list of approved Fourth of July fireworks displays for Independence Day weekend and week. Independence Day fireworks will take place in several locations throughout Baltimore County. Here’s the full list of 2025 fireworks displays: Jacksonville Elementary School Saturday, June 28, Dusk 3400 Hillendale Heights Road Phoenix, Maryland 21131 Hereford High School Sunday, […]
WASHINGTON, DC—The Transportation Security Administration is bracing for a surge in air travel over the Fourth of July holiday period, expecting to screen more than 18.5 million passengers between July 1 and July 7. The busiest day is projected to be Sunday, July 6, with approximately 2.9 million travelers. This comes on the heels of the TSA’s busiest single day […]
BALTIMORE, MD—With the Fourth of July approaching, the personal-finance website WalletHub has released its report on 2025’s Most Patriotic States in America. To determine where Americans have the most red, white and blue pride, WalletHub compared the 50 states across 13 key indicators of patriotism. Our data set ranges from the state’s military enlistees and veterans to the share of […]
WASHINGTON, DC—A record 72.2 million Americans are projected to travel at least 50 miles from home for the Independence Day holiday period, from Saturday, June 28, to Sunday, July 6, according to a new forecast from AAA. The projection marks an increase of 1.7 million travelers compared to last year and 7 million more than in 2019, reflecting a robust […]