July 4 holiday
Coverage of July 4 holiday in the Nexus archive.
- Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again amid ongoing repairs
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained for repairs, with President Donald Trump blaming vandals for damaging the lining. The project has faced issues like algae blooms, a chipping bottom, and green-tinted water, leading to over $14 million in costs since April. At least three people were arrested for vandalism, and two firms received no-bid contracts to expedite work before the July 4 holiday.
- Pasadena Logs 178 Fireworks Calls Over July 4 Weekend, Reports Seizures and Citations
Pasadena police responded to 178 fireworks-related calls during the July 4 holiday period, with 111 calls on Independence Day alone. Authorities seized 15 pounds of fireworks and issued eight citations, compared to 10 citations in a prior period.
- At least 19 suspected heat-related deaths in New Jersey as temps soar over the July 4th holiday
There have been at least 19 suspected heat-related deaths across New Jersey as temperatures continue to soar over the July 4 holiday, officials said.