The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding you to leave the fireworks to the professionals this Independence Day.
IDNR requires state licenses and certificates issued by IDNR and the Office of the State Fire Marshal before any fireworks show.
While there are some smaller fireworks that are legal in Illinois, handheld fireworks, including firecrackers, roman candles and bottle rockets, are not approved for sale or use in Illinois.
Healthcare facilities reported 101 people having been injured by fireworks during the 2025 seasonal reporting period.
