Today is Juneteenth, a celebration that began in Texas but has spread across the country as a celebration of black culture. It is the coolest national holiday, for five reasons: 5.

said Mayor Sylvester Turner. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- It's a special year to celebrate Juneteenth for Texas, as it's now a federal holiday and Emancipation Park marks its 150th anniversary.

The Houston Juneteenth Urban Takeover returns for its fourth year with new parties and after-hours events, starting June 20. Here's what you need to know about the celebrations. How it started ...

Juneteenth, the holiday celebrating the emancipation of slaves in the United States, first began in Galveston, and as such, the area around Houston is home to some of the biggest and most lavish ...

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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- It's the 155th anniversary of Juneteenth, and Galveston celebrated their rich history at the very place it began. ABC13 brought you a first-hand view of the 41st Annual Al ...

Big celebrations are here in Galveston, the birthplace of Juneteenth, when the last of the slaves received news about the Emancipation Proclamation, two years after it was signed by President ...

Oklahoma State Senator Nikki Nice advocates for recognizing Juneteenth as a state holiday, citing Oklahoma's historic ties. Learn about the continuing effort, despite federal acknowledgment.

A Juneteenth Celebration was held at the event center last Friday, June 20th from 7 p.m. until 1 a.m. The event was hosted by Jo T Productions and Power Packed Leadership Organization, Inc. The ...