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The federal holiday of Juneteenth falls on Thursday and will mean a number of closures for certain businesses.
When Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, many Black-owned businesses reported strong sales. Now, Chicago companies ...
CHICAGO - Juneteenth in Chicago is a celebration of culture, history and joy across the city. Whether you choose to fellowship with friends at a barbeque or groove to legendary R&B musicians at the ...
Our picks for events in and around Chicago this weekend, including Meltin’ Margs, Black Yacht Festival and Diana Krall.
The crowds at the DuSable Museum's Juneteenth celebration were full of energy and hope, understanding what it took to get ...
While banks and other businesses are closed on the federal holiday of Juneteenth, there are several Chicago Juneteenth events planned include festivals, fairs, concerts and parades.
Communities across the Chicago area have planned an array of events to honor and celebrate the holiday Thursday. Parties, ...
Where to find Chicago-area Juneteenth celebrations 02:07. Juneteenth celebrations are taking place throughout the Chicago area. The federal holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.
Evanston and Chicago-area organizations are hosting events to bring Black communities together for Juneteenth on Thursday.
Chicago is bustling with Juneteenth celebrations today, including the inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Parade. FOX 32's Gabby Premus visited North Lawndale to check it out.
A recent Columbia resident shares some family history, and a celebration committee member shares why Juneteenth is important.
Historic Stagville in Durham is at the heart of a week-long Juneteenth celebration, offering a poignant reminder of the ...