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Wale, Juneteenth, Wale Lizzo, Lizzo DC, Lizzo Go Go, Wale Live in the District theGrio.com
June 24, 2026
The DMV rapper’s two-day concert series spotlighted local artists, go-go culture and the enduring spirit of Washington’s "Chocolate City."
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June 21, 2026
The Día de los Negros explainer: how Black Seminole descendants in Mexico have celebrated Juneteenth for over 100 years.
Juneteenth, Woman Celebrating Juneteenth, Juneteeth Removed From Calendar, Idaho Juneteeth
June 18, 2026
As Juneteenth expands even more as a federal holiday, Black Texans are mindful of the growth of the holiday, while…
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June 18, 2026
This Juneteenth, Researcher Dr. Breana Turner wants Black communities to add rest and self-care to the liberation conversation.
June 18, 2026
As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, Hampton, Virginia, is reminding America that the story of freedom didn’t just happen
Andy Beshear, theGrio.com
June 16, 2026
“When we have a chance to correct a historical wrong, we should do it," said Beshear, a potential 2028 presidential…
June 8, 2026
The attempted fire was set just steps from a historic building that remains a cornerstone of Black history in Boston.
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February 20, 2026
The city of Post Falls, Idaho voted recently to remove Juneteenth from the official city calendar in favor of restoring…
Donald Trump, Department of Interior, National Parks, Juneteeth, MLK Day, National Fee Free Days,
December 6, 2025
The Trump administration has quietly removed MLK Day and Juneteenth off the Naitonal Parks' fee-free calendar for 2026.
Top 5 cities for Black households, best cities for Black Americans, Juneteenth, theGrio.com
June 24, 2025
This Juneteenth, we celebrate the progress Black Americans have cultivated against all odds and the places they call home.
Juneteenth, Juneteenth 2025, Juneteenth celebrations, theGrio.com
June 20, 2025
The celebrations come as President Donald Trump’s administration has worked to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Juneteenth, President Donald Trump, theGrio.com
June 20, 2025
Donald Trump is silent about Juneteenth on a day he previously honored, despite plans to sign a proclamation.
Wes Moore, theGrio.com
June 19, 2025
Moore announced a pair of new actions aimed at restoring justice and closing the racial wealth gap for Black Americans…
June 19, 2025
The Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy is hosting its annual Juneteenth Fest with an urgent theme this year.
June 18, 2025
With airfare prices down and spontaneity in style, here are some expert tips to help travelers celebrate culture and heritage…
Donald Trump, Joe Biden, White House, Juneteenth, theGrio.com
June 18, 2025
The politics of Juneteenth today can probably be best understood by what's happening or not happening at the White House.
June 18, 2025
This Juneteenth, honor Black freedom with live performances, community events, and powerful conversations, whether you're outside or online.
June 18, 2025
Texas state Rep. Al Edwards, who died a year before Juneteenth became a federal holiday, dedicated his career to making…
Juneteenth, theGrio.com
June 17, 2025
Canceled federal grants and businesses moving away from so-called brand activism have hit the bottom line.
June 16, 2025
Commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S., Juneteenth is now a federal holiday marked by reflection and celebration.