Barbecue didn't just become a Fourth of July tradition through happenstance. It has plenty of history, and it was once a crucial part of U.S. politics.

Law enforcement agencies and fire departments want you to have a safety celebration whether you are celebrating inside or ...

Why do we celebrate the Fourth of July? Here's a brief history of "the most important secular holiday on the calendar" – Independence Day. To stream KING 5 on your phone, you need the KING 5 app.

Correction: Rocky Mount's Independence Day celebration is Thursday. The Rocky Mount celebration listed in Thursday's Extra is happening in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. This story has been updated.