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This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.
HOUSTON — A special "Juneteenth in July" celebration featuring Grammy-winning artists and a musical tribute to the late Rep.
Celebrate Juneteenth with diverse events, including music, art and dance, highlighting Black history and culture.
As Juneteenth 2025 approaches, Houston and Galveston are holding events, a parade and festivals to mark the historic holiday.
A young East Texas girl is shaping her future and educating others through the legacy of Juneteenth. This weekend, 8-year-old ...
Houston is observing Juneteenth as a federal holiday, with many services and businesses closing to honor the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
Communities across Houston and Galveston are celebrating Juneteenth with a variety of events, including parades, festivals, and cultural activities.
Just 50 miles from Galveston Island, two community leaders are carrying the torch of freedom through affordable housing, wealth creation and economic development.
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- This year will mark four years since Juneteenth became a national holiday, but the day has been celebrated for many years since 1865, when news of the Emancipation ...
The Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy is hosting its annual Juneteenth Fest with an urgent theme this year.
Marysville’s Juneteenth celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Yuba Park. The event includes guest speakers, live performances, games, and activities for all ages. Attendees are encouraged to ...