Fourth of July

With music, food, and the great outdoors, summer is the time for festivals and concert series all around Kansas City. We put together a list of the season's can't-miss events, including July 4 festivities and annual staples like the Ethnic Enrichment Festival.

Fireworks have been used to dazzle and entertain for centuries. These spectacles can seem out of this world, and they’re directly related to Kate the Chemist’s favorite subject: chemistry. Kate answers your questions about fireworks, including what causes their sound, colors and even smell.

Data surveyed by the U.S Drought Monitor show that the percentage of "abnormally dry" conditions in Missouri is 93%, up from 7.5% just three months ago. The Kansas City area is in a "moderate drought." Fire officials say that could increase the possibility of fires being ignited by consumer fireworks.

Kansas Citians have few options for swimming this July 4 weekend. Problems from maintenance to supply chain issues to lifeguard shortages have meant some pools in the region won’t be open this summer.

Aerial displays from elite military teams and other aerial stunt flyers as well as displays on the ground drew massive crowds on Saturday and Sunday to New Century AirCenter in Olathe.

After production disruptions and shipping delays, fireworks are expensive and in short supply. Some retailers have shut down, and others warn customers their stock might be gone before July Fourth.

To celebrate the Independence Day weekend, an old-fashioned Concert in the Park. We’ll have all-American selections you might expect, and a few surprises as well.

Health experts say people wanting to celebrate Independence Day should plan small gatherings outdoors to help avoid further spread of COVID-19.

Army veteran Cody Bolkenstyn remembers when his vehicle exploded in Iraq. And for him, hearing the sound of fireworks on the Fourth of July can put him…

The story of how one Kansas City man's DIY fireworks display got completely out of hand.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play and Stitcher.Music:…

Fourth of July is an especially big day for the grill. Steaks, sausages, and burgers are de rigueur, so we're trying something a little off the beaten…

Incumbents and political hopefuls lined up Monday morning before the 2016 Lenexa Community Days Parade.Kansas Sen. Greg Smith was near the front, right…