Away from the crowds of the New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square, New York City typically rings in the new year with fireworks displays from Central Park to Coney Island. But for 2025, some had to cancel or change their plans due to ongoing drought conditions.

With big New Year’s Eve celebrations planned across the city, safety is the top priority for Chicago police. The owner of the California restaurant Lima said it hasn’t been able to bounce back after settling a lawsuit over a promotion that discounted drinks for women.

This year's expanded show took place at midnight at Navy Pier. The show, which lasted around 15 minutes, "cast a glow across the lakefront that could be enjoy