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Juneteenth has become one of the most important and symbolic celebrations in African American history in the United States.
Houston's Juneteenth may face weather issues, with a 30% chance of afternoon storms and high heat. Attendees are advised to prepare for potential downpours during celebrations.
Eugene Howard and his family have a deep connection to Juneteenth, as it marks the day their ancestors were freed.
Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the NFL would recognize Juneteenth as a holiday and the league's offices would be closed in observance. On Thursday, teams from across the league observed the day ...
Four years after President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, Americans have wrestled with what ...
The Freedmen’s Town Conservancy is honoring Juneteenth with events in Galveston and Houston, celebrating the history and legacy of this significant holiday.
For beginners and those brushing up on history, here are some answers: ...
ZFT, a Black-founded run club, started with just a handful of runners around the Juneteenth holiday and has grown to the ...
As the nation prepares to celebrate Juneteenth, the legacy of thousands of Black Civil War soldiers who once trained in ...
Late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was the driving force in establishing Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when slaves in Galveston learned they were free, as a federal holiday.
For Juneteenth, USA TODAY is telling the stories of five different communities across the country where residents are fighting to preserve history.
Juneteenth celebrations are being held across Southeast Texas, but Thursday’s weather could include a scattering of afternoon ...