Editor’s note: Danette Mitchell’s column appears on Sundays in the print edition of the Vacaville Reporter. As the commemoration of Juneteenth 2025 concludes this weekend, it’s important to remember ...

The order marked the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved people.The day has been Officially recognized as a ...

Wisconsin state leaders spent the week leading up to Juneteenth recognizing the holiday and calling for the fight for freedom ...

The county adopted Juneteenth as its own holiday in 2021, the same year as its designation as a national holiday.

Despite Juneteenth’s status as a federal holiday, celebrations across the country are being scaled back or canceled. Organizers say safety issues along with mounting resistance to diversity, equity an ...

Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, marks a pivotal moment in American history. On this day in 1865, more than two ...

Juneteenth commemorates the last slaves in the U.S. finally knowing that they were free, he said. “So as we celebrate, ...

Ready for Freedom Day? 30 Ways To Celebrate Juneteenth 2025 originally appeared on Parade.

Juneteenth is often referred to as the "Second Independence Day," and communities nationwide celebrate with block parties, ...

Stacker collected images of Juneteenth celebrations over the years that showcase how the holiday has changed, from 1970 to ...

Chet Lemon’s family has an interesting request for anyone attending his celebration of life ceremony. They want everybody to wear red, black or white. “Those were Chet’s favorite colors ...