America 250

DC marks America’s 250th birthday with flyovers, fireworks and dangerous heat

National News

Trump kicks off America 250 celebrations with speech warning of communism

Today's Forecast

A decrease in cloud coverage brings gradual warming for the weekend

Politics

Trump pardons 11 people, including several for Clean Air Act violations

Sports

Defending World Cup champion Argentina survives scare from underdog Cape Verde

Entertainment

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married in Madison Square Garden ceremony

Pismo Beach

Independence Day at Pismo Beach: What you can expect

Paso Robles

Paso Robles sets the stage for big Fourth of July celebration

Santa Barbara South Coast

Carpinteria State Beach campground fills for Fourth of July

San Luis Obispo

Local pup wins Dream Dog title, helps raise thousands for SLO nonprofit

Politics

Trump posts new image of $100 bill with his signature

San Luis Obispo

Concerts in the Plaza celebrates 30th anniversary

Cambria

Small fire breaks out in Cambria

National News

Descendant of Washington's enslaved cook says America's story should include all

National News

Extreme heat disrupts some Fourth of July festivities

Politics

Gov. Wes Moore sidesteps 2028 talk while defining what patriotism means to him

America 250

America 250: What was happening on the Central Coast in 1776?

National News

Two people dead, three shot at a mall near Detroit

Politics

One year after passage, Trump health care law remains politically divisive

West Nile cases surge in 2026 as CDC issues holiday advisory

National News

Toddler found alive in morgue hours after being pronounced dead by doctor 

This no-bake berry trifle brings a festive twist to the Fourth of July

America 250

Trump to celebrate America's birthday at Mount Rushmore

National News

SSA issuing 250th anniversary Social Security cards

America 250

Times Square ball drop rings in America's 250th birthday

Today's Forecast

Skies clear and temps warm up for a perfect 4th of July

Morning Minute

Fourth of July tips and events, CHP hiring, and more

National News

Scorching temperatures force changes to some July 4 events

Scripps News Life

July 4 closures start Friday for some offices and services

Politics

Poll: Americans excited to celebrate July 4, but divided on Trump’s role

Santa Margarita

Prescribed burn to take place in Santa Margarita

Today's Forecast

Less cloud coverage and warmer temperatures are in store for the weekend

National News

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers

San Luis Obispo

California Highway Patrol recruiting for new officers on Central Coast

Politics

Supreme Court TPS ruling opens hundreds of thousands to deportation from the US

Santa Barbara South Coast

Firefighters urge locals to leave the fireworks to the professionals

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo's PAC celebrates 30 years with season of special events

Cayucos

Preparations underway for Cayucos 4th of July celebration

World News

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21

America 250

How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years

Scripps News Life

How to get keeper photos of July 4th fireworks, using just your smartphone

America 250

America 250 v. Freedom 250: What's the difference?

Local News

Pet of the Week, "Baby" is the perfect pet for this Independence Day

National News

Chris Brown must pay $13 million to housekeeper who was attacked by his dog

National News

Former US Olympian charged with felony over Reflecting Pool incident

Sexual assault nonprofit in New Mexico providing space for Epstein survivors

National News

16 children rescued from Ohio home were 'almost feral,' authorities say

Sports

Alex Ovechkin delays retirement, signs one-year deal with Capitals

Scripps News Life

Recall of potato chips upgraded to FDA's highest level due to salmonella risk

Iran War

Iran threatens 'forceful response' to oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz

National News

Doctors warn of dangerous resurgence of 'Benadryl Challenge' following deaths

Scripps News Life

That cup of coffee you had this morning may lower your risk for liver disease

National News

Target recalling children's toy due to possible choking hazard

San Luis Obispo

SLO police target illegal e-bikes on California's Central Coast

Sony to end physical disc sales for PlayStation games

National News

Man pulled from rubble 8 days after devastating Venezuela earthquakes

National News

Shark attack on Alabama teen inspires the start of a national alert system

Upgrade your Fourth of July cookout with this colorful potato salad

California News

California bans 'sell by' food labels to cut food waste

Politics

Dems in Congress demand answers over Trump's $1.2 billion earnings disclosure