America’s 249th birthday is upon us, which means it’s time for parades, fireworks, and hamburgers on the grill. Unless you’re like me, then July 4th is less about patriotism and more about staying ...

Experience the world's only solar-powered Ferris wheel transformed into a 90-foot-tall animated American flag at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier.

The switch is being done in part to lessen the potential harm to the environment and coastal wildlife from traditional fireworks, the town said.