Nathan's hot dog eating contest: Joey Chestnut reigns champ again
This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?
This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?
Fourth of July: What's open and closed on Independence Day 2022
Are Target, Walmart, and Costco open on July 4th? Here’s a look at what’s open and closed on Monday.
Are Target, Walmart, and Costco open on July 4th? Here’s a look at what’s open and closed on Monday.
Contra Costa firefighters blame overnight fires on illegal fireworks
Firefighters are bracing for one of their busiest days of the year, the 4th of July. They've already had a busy weekend in Contra Costa County.
Firefighters are bracing for one of their busiest days of the year, the 4th of July. They've already had a busy weekend in Contra Costa County.
Bay Area first responders gear up for potential 4th of July fires
Bay Area law enforcement and firefighters prepare for a possible outbreak of fires on the fourth of July. They said even though the Bay Area has had unseasonable low temps, fire danger remains high.
Bay Area law enforcement and firefighters prepare for a possible outbreak of fires on the fourth of July. They said even though the Bay Area has had unseasonable low temps, fire danger remains high.
US flag history: A look at rejected designs for America's 50-star flag
The U.S. flag has changed 27 times since it was first unveiled in 1777.
The U.S. flag has changed 27 times since it was first unveiled in 1777.
Bay Area's Joey Chestnut competing for 15th hot dog eating championship on crutches
Bay Area's Joey Chestnut will compete Sunday for his 15th world champion hot dog eating title. This year he will do it on crutches.
Bay Area's Joey Chestnut will compete Sunday for his 15th world champion hot dog eating title. This year he will do it on crutches.
The secret to winning the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest could be the weather
The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.
The world-famous contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme.
Road travel likely at pre-pandemic levels this Independence Day
Nearly fifty million Americans are predicted to travel on the roads this weekend nationwide, which would make this Independence Day weekend the second busiest ever according to AAA.
Nearly fifty million Americans are predicted to travel on the roads this weekend nationwide, which would make this Independence Day weekend the second busiest ever according to AAA.
4th of July travelers hit the road and pack airports
A combination of school being out and the 4th of July holiday has people traveling this weekend. On Friday, people are on the road and in the air as the holiday weekend gets underway.
A combination of school being out and the 4th of July holiday has people traveling this weekend. On Friday, people are on the road and in the air as the holiday weekend gets underway.
Falling gas prices welcome news for Fourth of July travelers looking to avoid airport delays
Flight delays and cancellations may push more people to drive for the Independence Day holiday.
Flight delays and cancellations may push more people to drive for the Independence Day holiday.
Anonymous tip leads to illegal fireworks bust in San Pablo
Illegal fireworks with a street value of $50k to $100k were confiscated by police in San Pablo on Thursday through an anonymous tip.
Illegal fireworks with a street value of $50k to $100k were confiscated by police in San Pablo on Thursday through an anonymous tip.
Amid flight delays, TSA uses humor to explain travel tips with ‘airport shenanigans’
The TSA may not be known as comedians, but their Instagram account has jokes — and they may be worth more than just a chuckle to frustrated passengers.
The TSA may not be known as comedians, but their Instagram account has jokes — and they may be worth more than just a chuckle to frustrated passengers.
'It's not worth it:' Santa Clara County campaign discourages using illegal fireworks
Fire officials across the Bay Area are reminding people that they're breaking the law if they use fireworks of any kind at home.
Fire officials across the Bay Area are reminding people that they're breaking the law if they use fireworks of any kind at home.
Delta allowing flight changes for free over July 4th weekend
Delta said it anticipates air travel volumes “not seen since before the pandemic” over the period of July 1 to Independence Day.
Delta said it anticipates air travel volumes “not seen since before the pandemic” over the period of July 1 to Independence Day.
This week’s July 4 flight forecast: Cancellations and delays surge amid hectic holiday travel week
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and air travelers are making their plans to enjoy what may be the busiest travel season of the year so far.
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and air travelers are making their plans to enjoy what may be the busiest travel season of the year so far.
Fireworks for sale despite drought-related fire dangers
The National Fire Protection Association says fireworks are responsible for more than 8,000 fires. Tuesday was the first day of so-called 'safe and sane' fireworks sales and inventories are already low.
The National Fire Protection Association says fireworks are responsible for more than 8,000 fires. Tuesday was the first day of so-called 'safe and sane' fireworks sales and inventories are already low.
Bay Area guide to July 4 fireworks, festivities
Fireworks, festivities, food — get ready to celebrate this year's Fourth of July. If you're looking for the best red, white and blue events in the Bay Area (and beyond), follow along with KTVU's city-by-city festivities guide to Independence Day.
Fireworks, festivities, food — get ready to celebrate this year's Fourth of July. If you're looking for the best red, white and blue events in the Bay Area (and beyond), follow along with KTVU's city-by-city festivities guide to Independence Day.
Cal Fire cracks down on illegal fireworks in Bay Area
People in possession of illegal fireworks face fines of up to $50,000, and possibly one year in jail.
People in possession of illegal fireworks face fines of up to $50,000, and possibly one year in jail.
Krispy Kreme giving out free doughnuts every day this week for July 4th — how to get one
Fans of Krispy Kreme can score a free doughnut every day through July 4, 2022, as well as get the chance to receive a free Original Glazed dozen.
Fans of Krispy Kreme can score a free doughnut every day through July 4, 2022, as well as get the chance to receive a free Original Glazed dozen.
7 family-friendly alternatives to 4th of July fireworks
The American Pyrotechnics Association says more than 14,000 firework displays will light up the sky on Independence Day.
The American Pyrotechnics Association says more than 14,000 firework displays will light up the sky on Independence Day.