Celebrate 4th of July with these food freebies and deals

Americans can enjoy Independence Day 2023 with various free food and drink deals across the country. Here's a roundup of some being offered.

Fourth of July 2023: Houston among top 15 best cities to celebrate

Fourth of July is just around the corner and if you're looking for a place to celebrate, Texas residents need not look further!

Firework sales open in Texas, safety tips
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Fireworks stands across Texas are officially open for business ahead of the Fourth of July and FOX 26's Shelby Rose has what you need to do to stay safe this holiday.

Houston July 4th celebration Shell Freedom Over Texas in need of volunteers

Houston is buzzing with excitement as festivities, live music, and fireworks are set to light up the sky at Shell's Freedom over Texas event but they're in need of volunteers to lend a hand.

Juneteenth 2023: Galveston residents celebrate
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Galveston residents are reenacting the first march following the Juneteenth announcement that slaves were freed.

Houston?s role in making Juneteenth federal holiday
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The federal holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. FOX 26 anchor Jose Grinian explains how Houston played a key role in the historic event.

Juneteenth 2023: How Houston celebrated
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FOX 26?s Natalie Hee shares a look at how Houstonians celebrated the relatively new federal holiday commemorating when Texans learned about the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth 2023: More than half of states recognizing it as official public holiday

At least 28 U.S. states are legally recognizing Juneteenth as a public holiday this year — meaning state government offices are closed and state workers have a paid day off.

Houstonians attend Juneteenth Parade despite heat
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This weekend, we're celebrating Juneteenth and for those who don't know, it stands for June 19. on the day in 1865, the last enslaved Africans in this country learned they had been freed. FOX 26's Shelby Rose was at the Juneteenth Parade in Houston where hundreds showed up despite the heat.

HBCU Alumni Reunion Block Party happening June 17
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There are plenty of events celebrating Juneteenth in Houston, including the HBCU Alumni Reunion Block Party. The founder and local business owners gives us a small taste of what they have to offer at their block party on June 17. Make sure to get your tickets!

Juneteenth events across the Houston area.
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Juneteenth is just around the corner and there's plenty of events in Houston and Galveston to celebrate the entire weekend. From live music to picnics in the park, we have the full list of Juneteenth events on our website Fox26.com or you can scan the QR code at the bottom of your screen.