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What is Juneteenth? The meaning behind the June 19 federal holiday and how it's celebrated
Originally celebrated by newly freed Black communities in Texas with religious services, barbecues and symbolic traditions like discarding clothing worn during enslavement, the holiday has since grown beyond Texas and the South.
Is Juneteenth a paid holiday?
While some states have acknowledged Juneteenth in symbolic ways or through commemorative events, others have chosen to mark the end of slavery differently, or in some cases, still
What is Juneteenth? How June 19 became a holiday
Juneteenth became an official federal holiday starting in 2021 under former President Joe Biden to recognize the freedom of formerly enslaved Black people. On June 19, 1865, Union
When is Juneteenth? Who gets the day off work? What to know about CA holiday
Newsom officially recognized Juneteenth as a state holiday in 2022, giving state workers the option to take the day off in lieu of a personal day. That means state employees are scheduled to work on Juneteenth unless they choose to use their accrued leave to observe the holiday.
What is Juneteenth? The meaning behind the June 19 federal holiday
June 19 marks Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. It became a federal holiday in 2021 when then-President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law.
Is Juneteenth a federal holiday? See 2025 holiday calendar
Juneteenth falls on Thursday, June 19 in 2025. Here's what to know about whether government offices will be open or closed.
Juneteenth is this week. 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 back.
Could Trump end Juneteenth as a federal holiday? The short answer: Not on his own
On his own, the president does not have the authority to strike Juneteenth as a federal holiday. Juneteenth was named a federal holiday under former President Joe Biden in 2021. Signed by Biden into law,
What Is Juneteenth? How Did It Become a US Holiday?
A celebration of Black history and freedom, the day rose in prominence following the sweeping protests against racial injustice in 2020.
Is the post office open on Juneteenth? What to know about the federal holiday
What's happening in Indy for Juneteenth? Indianapolis isn't hosting a parade this year, but events are scheduled throughout the week to commemorate the date the last enslaved peop
Here’s how government services will be affected by the Juneteenth holiday
On Thursday, all fixed route services (bus, light rail, ferry) and paratransit will be free. Bus and light rail services will operate on a Saturday schedule. The ferry will operate on its regular weekday schedule.
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Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration in Texas
The event commemorating Juneteenth will be held at the Reedy Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Galveston, Texas.
Juneteenth History: How the Holiday Started and Evolved Over Time
Juneteenth, the nation's most recent federal holiday, is celebrated by Americans on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery ...
What is Juneteenth? Here's what's open and closed
Here's everything you need to know about Juneteenth, including when it is and the meaning behind the day, plus what's open ...
Trump is silent about Juneteenth on a day he previously honored as president
President Trump honored Juneteenth in each of his first 4 years as president, even before it was a federal holiday. He even ...
Is There Mail on Juneteenth? USPS, Post Office, FedEx Hours
Mail deliveries may be impacted on Juneteenth, the holiday in which Americans celebrate the end of slavery in the U.S.
Savannah Mayor leads second annual Juneteenth Walk to the River to commemorate holiday
The Walk to the River was first initiated by Mayor Van Johnson in 2024 to commemorate the holiday, and this year turnout for ...
Juneteenth to be observed with bash in Spudder Park, holidays for Wichita Falls agencies
Juneteenth Bash will be June 21 and June 22 in Spudder Park at Smith and Tulsa streets in Wichita Falls, Crystal LaGale posted on Facebook. Attendees are invited to bring their lawn chairs, grills, ...