The Fourth of July celebrations are already underway in parts of central Illinois and as the sun goes down this week, you're sure to hear the bangs and pops of local residents shooting off those fireworks from home.

As communities look forward to their own celebrations, Clinton Police Chief Ben Lowers is reminding of some safety concerns in Clinton. He reminds fireworks are illegal in the State of Illinois. 

Chief Lowers gives kudos to Josh Thielen for coordinating another Fourth of July celebration in downtown Clinton for families to enjoy free of charge.

For more information on the Fourth of July festivities in downtown Clinton, find the Clinton American Legion on Facebook. 

And again, the Fourth of July fireworks in Clinton will be on Friday evening on the west side of town.