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What's the weather forecast for Juneteenth? June 19 temperature, UV indexes in Illinois
Illinois is hosting a variety of outdoor events to celebrate Juneteenth, causing many to wonder what weather to expect.
Juneteenth is this week. Will banks in Illinois be open?
Juneteenth is coming up, which means many businesses will be closed. Find out if banks in Illinois will be open.
A Town That Pioneered the Juneteenth Holiday Is Now Calling Off the Party
From boardrooms to classrooms, Juneteenth now feels fraught.
What's closed in Illinois on Juneteenth? What to know about the holiday
Juneteenth is less than a week away, on June 19. Here's a look at what will be closed and whether it's a federal holiday.
What's open and closed on Juneteenth? Banks, USPS, stock market and more
While banks and other businesses are closed on the federal holiday of Juneteenth, there are several Chicago Juneteenth events ...
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Juneteenth: How classroom lessons sparked a community-wide celebration
Be bold enough to ask what history lives in your backyard. Be brave enough to learn what you were never taught.
Chicago area prepares for Juneteenth celebrations: 'We do matter, our stories matter'
Communities across the Chicago area have planned an array of events to honor and celebrate the holiday Thursday. Parties, ...
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How Juneteenth and Black America helped shape U.S. cuisine
Food and cooking play a big role in Juneteenth celebrations. The barbecues and fish fries woven into Black culture helped ...
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From Union soldiers to Richard Wright: Chicago’s deep connection to Juneteenth
We take a look at how Juneteenth changed the Chicago area, and get a sneak peek into an event happening this weekend.
New Juneteenth event will replace July 3 fireworks at Glen Oak Park. Here's what we know
Some Park District Board Trustees hoped to see the July 3 fireworks show return at Glen Oak Park after it was canceled last year, but trustees are now aiming to see the Juneteenth event take over as ...