With nearly all of the aerial shells, paper rockets and sparkly fountains that fuel America’s Fourth of July celebrations being imported from China, volunteer groups like Johnson’s and cities big and ...

A fireworks advocacy group is warning of a shortage ahead of next year’s July Fourth festivities, blaming tariffs. While the shortage isn’t expected to affect this July Fourth, Christmas and New ...

Kevin Carpenter, owner of several Fireworks Masters in Mount Pleasant, said the president’s 30% tariff on Chinese imports has forced the industry to adjust. ... short term, Carpenter says he’s keeping ...

With their near-total reliance on Chinese imports, American fireworks companies have landed squarely in the crosshairs of President Donald Trump’s trade war with Beijing. China manufactures 99% of the ...

Fireworks will light up this Fourth of July. Next year could be different if tariff talks fizzle Fireworks have their roots in China. By the 15th century, Europe was using fireworks for religious ...

Now, fireworks are synonymous with the summer holiday and with ringing in the new year. Shows have become elaborately choreographed displays that are often synced to live music.

Fireworks burst above the National Mall and, from left, the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol building, during Independence Day celebrations in Washington on July 4, 2023.

These early firecrackers evolved into more sophisticated fireworks after the Chinese developed gunpowder in the 9th century. By the 15th century, Europe was using fireworks for religious festivals ...