The Voice was born in the propaganda maelstrom of World War II, keen to win over audiences in Nazi Germany and its occupied territories. Authorised to continue operating by the Smith-Mundt Act of 1946 ...

Fireworks remain at the center of Independence Day, a holiday 247 years in the making.

But then we had the War of 1812. The War of 1848. And of course, the American Civil War, where 700,000 Americans died trying to abolish slavery, and some trying to perpetuate it.

4th of July: Why do we set off fireworks? American history lesson from July 4, 1776 Safety first on the Fourth: From the days of the American Revolution to the holiday booms.

When did Fourth of July become a federal holiday? Some Americans began celebrating the very same year, though the practice wouldn’t become widespread until the aftermath of the War of 1812.

July 4, also known as Independence Day, marks the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the 13 North American colonies officially separated from Great Britain.

Happy 4th of July! Here's the history of how the holiday began and where to celebrate in Sheboygan County this year.

Happy 4th of July! Here's the history of how the holiday began and where to celebrate in Fond du Lac County this year.

4th of July: Why we celebrate and where to see fireworks and events in Winnebago County Learn why we celebrate, and then go out and enjoy these Oshkosh-area events ...

Here's what you need to know about the stock market and whether it is open or closed on the Fourth of July this year.

Here's what you need to know about whether banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx will be open or closed on July 4.

Although written during the War of 1812, “The Star-Spangled Banner” celebrates America’s spirit of independence. Francis Scott Key wrote the song after witnessing the bombardment of Fort ...