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Fmr. Pres. Biden visiting Galveston for Juneteenth

Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration at historic AME church in Texas

Former President Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist Episcopal church in Galveston, Texas.

Chron on MSN · 23h

Is Joe Biden coming to Galveston? Rumors swirl ahead of Juneteenth.

The source of the rumor remains a mystery, but that doesn't make it any less potent: former President Joe Biden may be a "special guest" Thursday at Reedy Chapel, the historic Galveston church believed to be the site of one of history's first Juneteenth celebrations,

Yahoo · 1h

Fmr. Pres. Joe Biden visiting Galveston for Juneteenth

Former President Joe Biden plans on celebrating Juneteenth in the city that the celebration is tied to. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to a member of the church where Biden is scheduled to attend.

Juneteenth, US Federal Holiday

USA TODAY on MSN · 3h

What does Juneteenth celebrate? Meaning and origins, explained

This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.

U.S. News & World Report · 14h

Explainer-What Is Juneteenth and When Did It Become a US Federal Holiday?

It became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021, following the signing of a bill by former President Joe Biden. Long a regional holiday in the South, Juneteenth rose in prominence across the country following protests that swept the world in 2020 over the police killings of George Floyd,

Indianapolis Star on MSN · 10h

Juneteenth is this week. When did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? Why do we celebrate?

Juneteenth, the holiday marking the official end of slavery is celebrated annually on June 19, but became recognized as a federal holiday a few years back.

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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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.

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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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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