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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.

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

Marking the end of a longtime tradition, the Fourth of July celebration at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena will not feature a fireworks show this year. Instead, there will be a drone show.

So far, 21 people responded to call for comments in the wake of Milwaukee County's decision to replace fireworks with a drone show on Fourth of July.

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