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

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As June nears its end and we prepare for Independence Day, we’re faced with the opportunity to learn more about who we are as Americans, and better understand our history and hard-won rights. Writing ...

On June 28, 1914, in an act that sparked World War I, Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife, Sophie, were shot to death in Sarajevo by Serb nationalist Gavrilo Princip.

Juneteenth is a celebration for all Americans because it marks a pivotal moment in the United States’ journey toward living ...

Juneteenth, the day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, is not a state holiday in Florida. Here's what to ...

The first Juneteenth was held in Galveston the next year. Celebrations were low-key affairs, often kept to church gatherings and community events. Despite gaining their freedom, the lot of Black ...

For Juneteenth, USA TODAY is telling the stories of five different communities across the country where residents are ...

This story was originally published on July 4, 2024. IDAHO FALLS – There was a “pensive and awful silence” as John Hancock ...

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