Juneteenth recognizes the official emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, symbolizing the end of slavery ...

Juneteenth, which is short for “June Nineteenth”, is a federal holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United ...

It became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021, following the signing of a bill by former President Joe Biden.Long a regional ...

The first Juneteenth celebration took place in 1866, one year after Granger’s order. Some referenced the holiday as “Jubilee ...

States that do not recognize Juneteenth as a permanent state holiday include Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, ...

A photographer's journey to the Gulf Coast city yields 16 images that reveal how its natural beauty melds with its momentous ...

Communities across the Chicago area have planned an array of events to honor and celebrate the holiday Thursday. Parties, ...

This week, the nation celebrates its youngest federal holiday, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth marks the events of June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas ...

Juneteenth, which is short for “June Nineteenth”, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday, which is also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day,” honors the day in 1865 ...

Juneteenth, which commemorates the legacy of emancipation, means that many government offices are to close amid celebrations.

Coffee Break, what songs that celebrate Juneteenth would you like to hear? Respond with your song ideas in the comments below ...

On Juneteenth, some organizations will be closing for the day. Here is a list of some of the those in the Dallas-Fort Worth ...