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For generations, Black Americans have recognized the end of one of history's darkest chapters with joy — such as parades or ...
America's Second Independence Day is today. So, what is Juneteenth? And why is it celebrated? Here's what to know.
Opal Lee was 89 when she began her campaign to make the day a federal holiday. At 98. she's still an inspiration ...
This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.
Tomorrow is Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating Black freedom in America. Here's how to celebrate, what will be open and closed ...
The hard-won freedom of enslaved people and the enduring progress of the African American community will be celebrated across ...
Do you need to put your trash out? Are banks closed? What to know about Juneteenth closings and openings today.
Juneteenth became the newest U.S. federal holiday in 2021, but it has held significance for many Black Americans for a long ...
Juneteenth, the holiday marking the official end of slavery is celebrated annually on June 19, but became recognized as a ...
Juneteenth, the nation's most recent federal holiday, is celebrated by Americans on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery ...