Times Square ball goes red, white and blue for America's 250th birthday

This year's crystal ball in Times Square drop to celebrate 2026 will feature a patriotic touch for America's 250th birthday. 

The ball will sparkle in red, white and blue to usher in the new year and kick off months of celebrations for the nation’s birthday. And a second confetti drop will happen at 12:04 a.m. on New Year's Day, America250 chair Rosie Rios told Fox News.

The iconic ball drop in Times Square is one of the biggest and most watched events on New Year's Eve, which typically...