Texas Children’s Hospital celebrated the Fourth of July with a festive event featuring patriotic crafts, games, and a photo booth for patients and their families.

In a stories published July 4 and July 5, 2026, about America 250 celebrations, The Associated Press misspelled the last name of Jennifer Koshko, who was in Washington for the holiday, as Koskho.

President Donald Trump has ushered in the 250th anniversary of American independence with soaring rhetoric about American exceptionalism before veering into a darkly political speech with warnings about communism.

America is turning 250, and Houston Life is celebrating with a special Fourth of July edition packed with history, patriotism, and Texas pride!

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Houston-based entrepreneurs Ben and Corley Spell want to give a not to the farmers and ranchers who feed the nation. As co-founders of Good Ranchers, LLC. they shared on Houston Life how they're supporting American agriculture, delivering American-raised meat directly to families nationwide, and why they're proud to build his business in Texas. Plus, learn how easy it is to shop for quality beef, chicken, pork, seafood, and more, all delivered right to your door. Visit Goodranchers.com/houstonlife and use promo code HOUSTONLIFE to receive free meat for life and $50 off your first order.

Just in time for Independence Day, a new historical drama is taking audiences back to the remarkable story of the man who would become America’s first president.

Discover why South Dakota is one of America's most underrated road trip destinations. From Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park to bison safaris, scenic drives, fly fishing and historic Old West towns, explore the ultimate Americana adventure with travel expert Justin Walter of Your Bucket List Guide.

A bald eagle rescued in Chambers County, Texas, after a traumatic head injury was rehabilitated for three months by the Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center and successfully released back into the wild as the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday.

A new AP-NORC poll has found that most Americans believe civil liberties like the right to vote are under threat.

Crews are busy building a temporary octagon-shaped cage on the White House South Lawn for a UFC bout.

A once-in-a-lifetime exhibition brings America’s founding documents to Houston. Visit HMNS May 8–25 to experience the Freedom Plane National Tour.