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See the Birthplace of Juneteenth in These Atmospheric Photos of Galveston, Texas
A photographer's journey to the Gulf Coast city yields 16 images that reveal how its natural beauty melds with its momentous ...
Juneteenth 2025: What is open, closed?
Thursday, June 19, 2025, marks the annual federal holiday of Juneteenth. The holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the ...
What is Juneteenth? Here's what's open and closed
Here's everything you need to know about Juneteenth, including when it is and the meaning behind the day, plus what's open ...
North Texas woman traces her family lineage to a freed slave; discovers even more relatives
One North Texas woman’s mission to preserve her family’s legacy 02:05. As Texans honor Juneteenth, one North Texas woman is continuing a deeply person ...
Juneteenth at the Trump White House shows what a difference a year makes
The politics of Juneteenth today can probably be best understood by what's happening or not happening at the White House.
A Look Back: Fort Worth’s deep connections to the Juneteenth holiday
Take a look at the history of Juneteenth in Fort Worth, including the legacy of Opal Lee who campaigned for years to make it ...
San Antonio prepares for full day of Juneteenth events honoring history and community
San Antonio will celebrate Juneteenth on June 19 with citywide events, including a golf tournament, fireworks and cultural ...
Is Juneteenth a federal holiday? What to know about its beginnings
Although the holiday has long been celebrated in the Black American community, Juneteenth has not always had federal ...
As Juneteenth Marks Its Fifth Year As A National Holiday, Are Companies Participating? It Depends.
Happy Birthday, Juneteenth! America's newest federal holiday celebrates its 5th year of celebration in 2025. But are ...
Juneteenth 2025: What to do, where to celebrate in NYC
Four years after being officially recognized as a national holiday, Juneteenth will be celebrated throughout City with an ...
East Texas native ‘Prince of Southern Soul’ to emcee, perform at Kilgore Juneteenth concert
An East Texas native and southern soul blues singer is returning home to celebrate and perform at Kilgore’s Juneteenth music ...
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Opal Lee, grandmother of Juneteenth, won't lead her annual Walk for Freedom in North Texas: Latest
Opal Lee, "The Grandmother of Juneteenth," will not participate in this year's Walk for Freedom after her recent hospitalization. Marjorie Taylor Greene finds herself in a difficult position What ...