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Biden marks Juneteenth in Galveston

Today is Juneteenth. 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 ago.

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Biden marks Juneteenth in Galveston, honored for making it a federal holiday

Former President Joe Biden visited Galveston for Juneteenth, attending a service at a historic church and receiving a plaque for making the holiday federal in 2021.

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Inside Joe Biden’s visit to Galveston’s historic Reedy Chapel to celebrate Juneteenth

The former president joins Galveston’s Juneteenth celebration at Reedy Chapel, honoring the site’s role in Emancipation history.

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Communities across America celebrate Juneteenth

From Galveston, Texas to Knoxville, Tennessee, communities across the country are celebrating Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of the last African American enslaved people in Texas.

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The community comes together to celebrate Juneteenth with a freedom march

In Old Colorado City, people came together for a freedom march to celebrate Juneteenth. Hear from one man who says he never really knew about his culture growing up and why he's proud to learn about it now.

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Maine communities gather across state to celebrate Juneteenth

Maine is joining the nation in marking Juneteenth, and there were plenty of events around the state. At Riverbank Park in Westbrook, people enjoyed plenty of music, dancing, food and more to celebrate the holiday.

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Juneteenth celebrations across the US commemorate the end of slavery

Celebrations are being held around the country to commemorate the Juneteenth holiday marking the day in 1865 when Union ...

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In Harlem, a Juneteenth Celebration Revels in the Rhythms of Jazz

Music and dancing filled the streets Thursday night as residents turned out for the fourth annual Big Band Jubilee.

‘Our future is bright’ Grayslake’s Juneteenth A Celebration of Freedom Walk 2025

More than 200 people took part in this year’s annual Juneteenth A Celebration of Freedom Walk on June 19 in Grayslake.

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'Celebrate all history': Juneteenth parade, festival take over Charleston, 1 day late

Hundreds gathered at Slack Plaza Friday for Charleston’s annual Juneteenth Parade and Festival, a vibrant event honoring ...

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No rain on this parade: Flint Juneteenth celebration shines bright despite weather

Children run back to the sidewalk after picking up candy during a Juneteenth Celebration Parade in Flint on Thursday, June 19 ...

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Donald Trump appears to knock Juneteenth celebrations

President Donald Trump appeared to criticize Juneteenth celebrations, saying on social media there are "too many non-working ...

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Southern Colorado Juneteenth festival continues despite funding cuts

The Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival has become a major celebration and economic driver for Colorado Springs. But this year, deep funding cuts are forcing organizers and vendors to adapt.

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Juneteenth celebrations with art, history and health continue across Houston this weekend

Juneteenth has passed, but the celebrations continue! If you're looking for some engagement this weekend, stop by these ...

On Juneteenth, a Celebration of Pride, Joy, and History in Austin, Texas

Thursday morning rears a bright and warm beginning to the 27th annual Austin Central Texas Juneteenth parade. Music hits the ...

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Danville's Juneteenth celebration highlights Black women's impact and honors their legacy

Danville's Juneteenth event offered a chance to honor the past, embrace the present, and shape a future where every Black ...

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New Hampshire’s Juneteenth celebration culminates with dance event

Though the Trump administration has been removing content on African American history from federal websites, Juneteenth ...

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