4th Of July « CBS Los Angeles

Officials Warn Against Fireworks Fires, Drunken Driving

Officials are urging Southland residents to reduce the risk of fires by shunning use of personal fireworks this Fourth of July, and they’re vowing to crack down on drunken drivers.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/07/04

Celebrate Summer In Style With Tips From Jeanne Benedict

Jeanne Benedict visited the KCAL9 studios Wednesday to share some backyard entertaining tips that will kick off the summer season the right way!

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/06/27

AAA: 3 Million Southland Residents Expected To Travel For 4th Of July

More than three million Southland residents — a near-record — will take Fourth of July trips in the coming days, a 5.2 percent increase from last year, the Automobile Club of Southern California said Tuesday.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/06/26

Firefighter Staffing Increased Due To Holiday, Hot Weather

Hot, dry weather and big Fourth of July crowds in parks prompted the City of Los Angeles to bump up fire staffing Monday, and temporarily restore staffing at some fire engines that had been cut for budget reasons.

KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO–2011/07/04

AAA Offering Free Towing To Drunk Drivers Over Holiday Weekend

For the 15th year in a row, the Automobile Club of Southern California will offer free towing during the Fourth of July weekend in an attempt to keep drunken drivers off the road, beginning Saturday.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/07/01

4th Of July Dessert Is As Easy As Apple Pie

Marie Callendar’s visit the KCAL 9 studios Wednesday to teach viewers how to bake a perfect apple pie in time for the upcoming holiday.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/06/29

Celebrate The Fourth With American Favorites Paired With Mirassou Wines

Planning a 4th of July bash? Let David Mirassou of Mirassou wines recommend how to pair great summer wines with your BBQ spread.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/06/23

Fourth Of July Fireworks Displays

Going to a professional fireworks show is truly the safest way to celebrate the 4th of July. Here is a list of some show-stopping locations. If we’re missing your favorite show, please let us know in the comments below!

CBS Los Angeles–2011/06/21