Today in History for July 17: In 1505, future church reformer, Martin Luther entered the Augustinian monastic order at Erfurt in present day eastern Germany. He was 21. In 1674, the second census of ...

Tens of thousands of Houstonians will head to Allen Parkway on Friday for the city’s signature July Fourth event — Freedom ...

President Trump said there should be fewer holidays because they are hurting the economy. Some Chronicle readers disagreed ...

Attendees braving the heat – and potential rain showers – will enjoy good food, live music and a massive 18-minute fireworks ...

From war dramas like "Saving Private Ryan" to musicals like "Hamilton," these are the films that scream "America" to us.

Houston's Freedom Over Texas event features live music and fireworks, with contingency plans for potential rain.

Independence Day celebrations are usually filled with fireworks, parades and patriotic festivities. So, how did it begin?