While the Fourth of July is synonymous with fireworks and barbecues, the holiday weekend also offers shoppers big discounts. NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY with big-ticket items on sale, including appliances, furniture and outdoor gear.

This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans.

Jamaica was braced for impact as Hurricane Beryl approaches the Caribbean island as a Category 4 storm, with evacuations ordered ahead of forecasted life-threatening winds and floods.

Federal Reserve officials indicated that inflation is moving in the right direction but not quickly enough for them to lower interest rates.

Hatch Baby is recalling 919,400 power adapters sold with Rest 1st Generation sound machines because they pose a shock hazard.

Travelers heading out for the July 4 holiday can expect plenty of company this year.

Heat warnings and watches are in place for 110 million people across 21 states for the holiday period, with dangerous and potentially historic extreme heat due for the West in the coming days and temperatures of 115 degrees possible.

The Black Farmers Association called for Tractor Supply CEO’s resignation after the rural retailer announced that it would cut DEI and climate advocacy.

Bob’s Stores, a longtime Northeast clothing store chain, announced this week that it is shutting down amid a bankruptcy filing.

As fast-food restaurants battle for consumer dollars by slashing prices on some popular items, Sonic is unveiling their new value menu that will cost just $1.99 — and they promise the pricing is here to stay rather than a temporary reaction to consumer complaints. NBC’s Brian Cheung reports for TODAY.