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Juneteenth has become one of the most important and symbolic celebrations in African American history in the United States.
For generations, Black Americans have recognized the end of one of history’s darkest chapters with joy — such as parades or ...
IN ADDITION TO THE BIG GIG, THERE’S ALSO THE JUNETEENTH PARADE AND FESTIVAL, PLUS THE BIG BANG FIREWORKS. A BUSY DAY LIKE ...
What does it truly mean to be free The answer to this question resonates deeply within the story of Juneteenth, a day that ...
According to a 2024 Congressional Research Service report, at least 30 states and the District of Columbia have designated ...
Numerous events are set to be held around the Southland Thursday to mark Juneteenth — including a walk in Pacoima honoring ...
Organizers of Juneteenth celebrations across the U.S. tell NPR how they're feeling this year. And NPR presents a reading of ...
What has been reported, leading up to June 19 being decreed a federal holiday in 2021, was that U.S. Army Gen. Gordon Granger ...
Many banks will be closed on Thursday for Juneteenth, though ATMs and online banking will still be available. Major banks ...
Though some worry over the federal pushback against DEI, community members say there is a renewed focus to recognize Black ...
Thursday is Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the day in 1865 when the last remaining slaves in the U.S. were freed. This ...
A Kroger in Atlanta, Georgia is going viral for its Juneteenth cake offerings. A viral TikTok video shows haphazardly ...