Juneteenth
The latest news on the federal holiday Juneteenth. Recognized annually on June 19, the holiday recognizes the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Also known as Emancipation Day and Jubilee Day, the holiday was officially made a federal holiday by President Joe Biden on June 17, 2021. The holiday is the anniversary of the last freed slaves in Texas on June 19, 1865, the last Confederate state with institutional slavery.
'Racist' Juneteenth Sign Leads to Allstate, Progressive Cutting Partnership
"Juneteenth. It's whatever...We're closed. Enjoy your fried chicken and collard greens," the sign said.
Company Slammed for 'Racist' Juneteenth Sign: 'Enjoy Your Fried Chicken'
"My first reaction was disbelief, I just couldn't understand that someone would post that," Alura Stillwagon told Newsweek.
Former Iowa Representative Compares Slavery to Abortion in Juneteenth Tweet
Steve King served nine terms in Congress before losing in a Republican primary in 2020.
My Fellow Conservatives: Let's Truly Embody The Spirit of Juneteenth
If Black people are afraid to walk the streets of our own neighborhoods, are we truly free?
Juneteenth Google Doodle: Who Are the Artists Behind the Illustration?
The Doodle was created by Virginia-based father-and-son artist duo Jerome and Jeromyah Jones.
Juneteenth Shooting Video Shows Moechella Festivalgoers Fleeing Gunfire
Washington D.C. police said a 15-year-old boy was shot dead and three adults were wounded in the incident.
Juneteenth Post by Mehmet Oz Edited to Remove 'Equality'
The Trump-backed Senate candidate received swift ridicule Sunday over the change.
White Lives Matter Group Protests Juneteenth Celebration in Tennessee
The men held up signs on Saturday at the festival that read "Stop White Replacement" and "It's ok to be white."
Juneteenth Interest Wanes as Day Off Remains Elusive to Most Americans
New data has shown a significant drop in media and public interest in the Juneteenth holiday that was signed into law last year.
Joe Biden Falls Off Bike During Delaware Ride
The president and the first lady are spending the Juneteenth holiday weekend in Biden's home state of Delaware.
'I Saw White People as the Enemy, Then One Man Changed My Life'
"He was white, but I didn't think of him as white. My mind couldn't process it because he didn't act like most whites."
Juneteenth Still Not Recognized as a Paid Holiday in Most States
Some states are treating Juneteenth as a day of remembrance or observance rather than a legal paid holiday.
What Is Open and Closed On Juneteenth? Postal Service, Banks Plus More
Newsweek has everything you need to know about Juneteenth, including banks, schools, universities and more.
Teachers Fear Juneteenth School Lessons Amid Critical Race Theory Clampdown
"These laws are intended to impede open and honest discussion about some of the hardest parts of our country's past," Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, told Newsweek.
What Is Juneteenth? History and Meaning Plus Why and How It Is Celebrated
The June 19 celebration became a federal holiday in 2021 but its origins go back to 1865.
What Do The Juneteenth Colors and Symbols Represent?
Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and observed on June 19.
When Is Juneteenth and Is It a Federal Holiday?
Juneteenth is a date commemorating the end of slavery in America and is consequently known to some as the country's "second Independence Day."
Walmart Pulls Juneteenth Ice Cream as Black-Owned Creamalicious Touted
"We received feedback that a few items caused concern for some of our customers and we sincerely apologize," Walmart said.
Walmart Slammed Over Juneteenth Product Sales
Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.
Confederate Memorial Day May Be Removed for South Carolina State Workers
Instead, state workers would have a floating holiday that they could use on a day of their choice.
Georgia State Employees May Get Juneteenth Off After Governor Shows Support
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp threw his support behind a bill that would add Juneteenth to the state's list of mandatory holidays for state employees.
A Fight for Racial Justice Past, Present and Future
The historic and present challenges of racial injustice we're up against are vast. It will take every pillar of our society working at full steam to solve them.
Ex—MSNBC Host Slams July 4th: 'It Wasn't Independence Day For Black People'
"America has never been the land of liberty and justice for all; those words have never meant anything to Black people," Touré wrote in an op-ed.
Why Candace Owens and Kimberly Klacik Are Feuding
The two conservatives have been exchanging barbs on social media in a feud that appears to have started over Juneteenth.
Brianna Sykes, 19, Identified as Woman Killed by Police Officer in Flint
Authorities say a police officer returned fire against Sykes, who allegedly drove up to the officer and began shooting during a Juneteenth celebration on Saturday.
'Grandmother of Juneteenth' Makes 2.5-Mile Walk to Celebrate New Holiday
"This is the beginning of our getting the disparities out of our communities so we can work as one. If people can be taught to hate, they can be taught to love," Opal Lee said to a crowd on the first federally recognized Juneteenth.
Cruz Accuses Dems of Stoking Racial Division Over Juneteenth Tweet
"Rich white Dems try to convince African-Americans that equality is impossible in America. This is a lie," the Republican Texas senator tweeted.
Ron Johnson, Who Fought Juneteenth as Holiday, Booed at Celebration of It
On Saturday the GOP senator was heckled by a crowd celebrating the creation of the new federal holiday.
Adam Kinzinger Rips GOP's 'Batsh**tery,' Asks McCarthy to Assert Influence
Some GOP lawmakers continue to push baseless conspiracy theories about the pro-Trump assault on the Capitol.
