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The Hartford Police Union is offering a reward for information after three officers were injured when people threw fireworks at them during a Fourth of July gathering. The incident happened on July 4th in the area of Garden Street and Capen Street. Police said they responded to the scene after reports of a large gathering causing a disturbance using fireworks….

As the boom of fireworks receded from the New York City skies Saturday night, gunfire, stabbings and acts of violence were reported across the boroughs, resulting in the deaths of at least nine people and injuries to more than three dozen others. The NYPD says at least 42 people were shot since 9 a.m. Sunday and at least nine of…

Three police officers were injured after people from a large 4th of July gathering threw fireworks at them in Hartford, police said. The incident happened Saturday night in the area of Garden Street and Capen Street. Police said they responded to the scene after reports of a large gathering causing a disturbance using fireworks. Once officers tried to address the…

Brilliant colors and terrific bangs produced another spectacular 4th of July fireworks show in New Britain on Saturday. But while the production in the sky followed tradition, down on the ground things were a little different and scaled back for this year’s Great American Boom amid coronavirus concerns. “Everything is upside down so we’re just trying to make the...

Hundreds jumped at the opportunity to see one of the few official 4th of July shows in the state this year, though there were special rules to follow.

This year, the best place to watch the Fourth of July fireworks might be from the comfort of your own home! Due the coronavirus pandemic and increasing cases around the country, public health experts and government officials are urging people to stay home and avoid crowds. If you’re looking to watch Fourth of July fireworks online or on live...

For many Americans, the Fourth of July won’t be about big festivities but setting off fireworks themselves

During the first three weeks of June, New Haven Fire Chief John Alston says the department received nearly ten times the calls for fireworks than they did last year. “There were 30 to 40 calls last year, there are over 300 this year,” said Alston. They’ve created a task force with inspectors from the fire department and New Haven police…

A celebration that won’t be explosive in the traditional sense, but one the town is hoping will be just as much of a spectacle: a sculpture affair.

Fourteen people were arrested following over 30 fireworks-related complaints in New Britain on Thursday. Police said they arrested 14 people and seized multiple illegal fireworks. Officers say they are expecting an increased number of fireworks complaints throughout the 4th of July weekend. Police said they will continue to address concerns as they are reported. Anyone with information is asked to…

Mayor Neil O’Leary explained how this years’ event will implement social distancing guidelines.

Stay-at-home orders that keep people from gathering in crowds has changed July 4th celebrations this year but there are still some fireworks shows scheduled that could be upsetting to furry friends. The constant loud noise of fireworks can be pretty tough on pets. Here are some easy things pet owners can do at home to help out your pet throughout…

The Naugatuck fireworks display ended early Thursday night following a significant malfunction, according to police. Police said a detonation at ground level was the reason for the problem. There were no injuries. Fire officials and investigators determined that the remaining fireworks had to be discharged in order to be safely disposed of, police said. The remaining fireworks were detonated around…

The National Safety Council warned that the widespread use of hand sanitizer in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic could be dangerous over the holiday weekend for those setting off 4th of July fireworks.

FDNY released footage of a group of people using illegal fireworks outside a home in Brooklyn. A stray firework ignited a fire inside the home.

Denisse Cobian Tobler from Michelson Found Animals shares 2 ways that you can calm your pet if they are anxious during fireworks.

The Fourth of July was always a time for communities to come together

“We anticipated this being a much busier season than ever,” Detective Paul Makuc with the Connecticut State Police Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit said. State police hold a container with explosive evidence considered so dangerous that they keep it under lock and key. “I think there’s a fair amount of word-of-mouth sales and some of it’s online, some of...

State police and local police departments are working to seize illegal fireworks amid a growing number of complaints.

Meriden police seized $5,000 worth of illegal fireworks while investigating complaints into fireworks activity in the Bunker Avenue area. Police said Thursday night into early Friday morning they received multiple complaints about fireworks in the area. Investigators applied for a search and seizure warrant and found the fireworks on the property at 171-173 Bunker Avenue. The fireworks were given to…