Officials are warning about toy-like fireworks that closely resemble characters popular with children such as My Little Pony and Pete’s Dragon. Firefighters in Concord, N.C., a suburb of Charlotte, ...

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Fireworks have become a staple of July Fourth celebrations across the United States, where towns and cities often host professional shows to mark the occasion each year. In some areas, smaller ...

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While fireworks can be legally purchased statewide until July 6, many cities and agencies impose tight restrictions on their sale and use to prevent the risk of accidental fires, injuries and ...