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Communities across the Chicago area have planned an array of events to honor and celebrate the holiday Thursday. Parties, ...
CHICAGO - Juneteenth in Chicago is a celebration of culture, history and joy across the city. Whether you choose to ...
Before Juneteenth (June 19) became a national holiday in 2021 commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, it was ...
From wellness retreats to lectures and film screenings, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago.
We take a look at how Juneteenth changed the Chicago area, and get a sneak peek into an event happening this weekend.
If she were alive, Texan Barbara Jordan would heartily endorse the celebration of Juneteenth, the federal holiday signed into ...
While banks and other businesses are closed on the federal holiday of Juneteenth, there are several Chicago Juneteenth events ...
As the nation commemorates Juneteenth, an art exhibit is shining a light on the faces and stories of those who helped shape the path toward equality.
A large-scale painting of the late Danny Agnew hangs on the back wall of the 750-square-foot space of the Roots Bookstore ...
Chicago’s far south side is celebrating Juneteenth this Saturday at a free festival in West Pullman featuring family games, ...
Some local students received big recognition in honor of the Juneteenth holiday with scholarships that will help them going ...
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on Juneteenth. Walmart and Target will be open during normal hours. A wide range of grocers will also be open, including wholesale retailer Costco, ...