Ahead of the Fourth of July, authorities urge caution with fireworks and sparklers, reminding the public to adhere to local restrictions for a safe holiday weekend. FOX 13's John Hopperstad shares cautionary tales about fireworks-related incidents.

Independence Day celebrations got underway in Montpelier Thursday afternoon after a brief weather delay. The storms gave way to a beautiful evening in the Capitol City, where people gathered to start enjoying the Independence Day weekend.

For the first time ever, the baseball team will be home on July 4th, featuring their mascot Paxton skydiving into the ballpark as part of the festivities.