America's Second Independence Day is coming soon. So, what is Juneteenth? And why is it celebrated? Here's what to know.

Stacker examined historical documentation to explore Juneteenth's history and significance and to confute the most egregious ...

On September 17, 1862, over 23,000 soldiers fell in a single day near the small town of Sharpsburg, Maryland. The battle ...

Juneteenth is fast approaching. It's a day when Americans celebrate and reflect on the history, journey and culture of Black ...

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 enslaved people in Galveston, Texas found out they had been freed — two years after the ...

On Thursday, June 19, 2025, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will stop delivering regular mail and close all its post ...

JUNE 21 — DUKES & BOOTS TRAIN RIDE The Dukes & Boots Trail Ride to celebrate Juneteenth will be held Saturday, June 21, at the Lee County Fairgrounds. The event will feature vendors, special guest ...

This year, as in every year since 1865, people of African descent living in Texas and all over the U.S. will commemorate ...

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the emancipation of slaves in Galveston, Texas. It was officially signed ...

The traditional red, white and blue Juneteenth flag will fly June 16-23, while the Pride flag will be displayed for the ...

New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker and organizers raised the Juneteenth flag on the New Haven Green and announced several events ...

Juneteenth is fast approaching on June 19, a date where Americans celebrate and reflect on the history, journey and culture ...