Town officials in Orange County are warning residents about the dangers of releasing sky lanterns after several of the floating fire hazards were discovered following the Fourth of July holiday.

The Santa Paula Police Department said "sky lanterns" may have started a July 4 fire. Here's why.

News and Star readers have been reacting to the proposed ban on sky lantern and balloon releases by Cumberland Council.

Which Chinese sky lantern is best? As long as all the proper precautions are taken and the meaning of their use is understood, Chinese sky lanterns can be beautiful expressions of emotion and human ...

On Monday, millions of sky lanterns were floated into the air across East Asia. In countries like China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, the practice is carried out annually on the last day of Chinese New Year, ...

A move to prohibit sky lanterns and balloons on land owned or managed by Cumberland Council will be proposed at a meeting next week.

A fireworks company is challenging a Sterling Heights city ordinance that bans the sale and use of sky lanterns. Black Diamond Fireworks — whose owner told the Free Press last year that he believed a ...

When you’re celebrating a special occasion, traditional balloons and string lights don’t always create the festive mood you want. For a truly memorable celebration, you may want to consider Chinese ...

Town officials in Orange County are warning residents about the dangers of releasing sky lanterns after several of the floating fire hazards were discovered following the Fourth of July holiday.