By 4th of July next year smuggling in fireworks from Indian or Wisconsin could be the thing of the past. As a state lawmaker is pushing for them to be legal in Illinois.
An Illinois teen is grateful to be alive after being struck by lightning on the 4th of July. He retells what if felt like being hit by the electric bolt.
In 46 states, you can celebrate America's birthday with lots of brightly-colored fireworks. Illinois is among 4 states that still severely restrict it.