This year, leaving the spectacle to the professionals may be the safest route.Although officials remind citizens that fireworks are illegal in Illinois, precaution needs to be taken by those who still choose to use illegal fireworks.According to the 2012...

Holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter are always a time for entertaining family and friends. The Fourth of July is no exception. With Independence Day just around the corner, some people may plan to throw or attend annual holiday barbecues....

This Independence Day, Hopkins Park will continue its tradition with its annual Fourth of July Celebration. According to the DeKalb Park District website, festivities will begin at 2 p.m. Friday at the park, located at 1403 Sycamore Road, as vendors open...