Nate Mortensen saw the pattern of wildfires increasing during the month of July. He started looking for a safer way to provide a light show experience when he came across drones.

"All I can think about is the smell and ecological problems it causes." Resident sparks debate over intensifying national ...

Over 70% of some 140 people who responded to The Times’ question: “Do you prefer fireworks or a drone show for the Fourth of July?” said they preferred drones.

Drones or fireworks? Cities weigh cost, safety and audience reactions for holiday shows for celebrations such as Fourth of July.

MILWAUKEE - Communities across southeast Wisconsin will light up the sky with fireworks for the Fourth of July.

For many, watching the sky light up amid thunderous booms is one of the core memories of childhood. I share that same nostalgia: Setting up lawn chairs, necks craned toward the sky, delighting in all ...

Are drones better than fireworks? In short, yes. Although, the global drone industry and trade reveals a slightly more complex picture.

This years Rose Bowl Fourth of July Celebration is expected to be a little different, with drones replacing traditional fireworks.