When Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, many Black-owned businesses reported strong sales. Now, Chicago companies ...

Juneteenth celebrations are taking place throughout the Chicago area. The federal holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. From parades and live performances to food and more, check out the ...

According to a 2024 Congressional Research Service report, at least 30 states and the District of Columbia have designated Juneteenth as a permanent paid and/or legal holiday through legislation or ...

Despite the segregation he grew up with as a child and lived with as an adult, Lowry said he never considered leaving ...