Juneteenth News & Videos

Aug 21, 2024, 5:25 PM

'Grandmother' of Juneteenth Opal Lee attends her 1st DNC at age 97
Lee said she is ready to rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.

Aug 21, 2024, 5:25 PM

Jun 17, 2021, 5:36 PM

Biden signs bill making Juneteenth, marking end of slavery, a federal holiday
President Joe Biden signed a bill Thursday to make Juneteenth a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery.

Jun 17, 2021, 5:36 PM

Jun 19, 2024, 4:01 AM

Meet Opal Lee, the 'grandmother of the movement' to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Opal Lee walked from Texas to Washington, D.C., to bring attention to Juneteenth.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:01 AM

Jun 19, 2023, 8:37 PM

Thousands line up for rare look at original Emancipation Proclamation
Thousands lined up outside the National Archives in Washington on Monday hoping to see original versions of the Emancipation Proclamation and General Order No. 3.

Jun 19, 2023, 8:37 PM

Jun 16, 2023, 1:23 PM

Juneteenth commemorated in Galveston, Texas, where holiday began
The city hosted an event that featured an unveiling of a new welcome sign along the highway.

Jun 16, 2023, 1:23 PM

Jun 18, 2022, 5:03 AM

Juneteenth and its implications for the economy and generational wealth
Real estate investor Jude Bernard discusses Juneteenth, financial literacy. Economic historian Ellora Derenoncourt explains the history of the racial wealth gap.

Jun 18, 2022, 5:03 AM

Jun 20, 2022, 5:12 PM

Kamala Harris surprises children at African American history museum for Juneteenth
Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff surprised children on Monday at the National Museum of African American History and Culture for Juneteenth.

Jun 20, 2022, 5:12 PM

Jun 19, 2022, 10:01 AM

Why Black joy on Juneteenth is an act of resistance against racism
On Juneteenth, celebrations take place nationwide. The holiday highlights the power of Black joy as a protest.

Jun 19, 2022, 10:01 AM

Jun 19, 2022, 9:02 AM

Juneteenth offers message of hope, resiliency
Many Black people in the United States recognize June 19 as their Independence Day.

Jun 19, 2022, 9:02 AM

Jun 17, 2022, 12:41 PM

'Soul of a Nation' presents Juneteenth celebration featuring iconic musicians
ABC News’ “Soul of a Nation” presents a new primetime special “Sound of Freedom - A Juneteenth Celebration.”

Jun 17, 2022, 12:41 PM

May 5, 2022, 1:09 PM

Bill to make Juneteenth a holiday moves to governor's desk
Juneteenth is on its way to becoming an official holiday in Connecticut.

May 5, 2022, 1:09 PM

Jun 19, 2021, 2:03 PM

Juneteenth is now a national holiday. What's next?
Now that Juneteenth is recognized as a national holiday, advocates are weighing in on how Americans should mark the occasion and what the day should mean going forward.

Jun 19, 2021, 2:03 PM

Jun 18, 2021, 10:47 AM

Black farmers fight to keep their land, cultivate next generation
“It’s about fairness,” John Boyd Jr., a farmer and fierce advocate, said.

Jun 18, 2021, 10:47 AM

Jun 19, 2021, 12:24 PM

On Juneteenth, descendants of America's Black change-makers speak out about preserving ancestors' legacy
Descendants of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells and others spoke to ABC News.

Jun 19, 2021, 12:24 PM

Jun 19, 2021, 5:21 PM

Juneteenth celebrations in images around the US
Juneteenth celebrations in images.

Jun 19, 2021, 5:21 PM

Jun 18, 2021, 12:13 PM

Rep. Jim Clyburn says new Juneteenth federal holiday gives him 'hope'
Clyburn says new legislation to mark Juneteenth as a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States gives him hope.

Jun 18, 2021, 12:13 PM

Jun 16, 2021, 11:43 PM

Congress passes legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Congress has moved to establish a new national holiday, this time for Juneteenth. It's the first federal holiday approved since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983.

Jun 16, 2021, 11:43 PM

Jul 23, 2020, 9:48 AM

GOP senator objects to making Juneteenth a federal holiday
Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin objected to creating a new federal holiday, saying he doesn't support adding other paid day off for federal workers.

Jul 23, 2020, 9:48 AM

Jun 19, 2020, 12:01 PM

Usher calls for Juneteenth to become a national holiday
Usher calls for Juneteenth to become a national holiday in an essay for The Washington Post.

Jun 19, 2020, 12:01 PM

Jun 20, 2020, 3:31 AM

Teen shot to death at Juneteenth celebration in Colorado
A teen was shot to death at a Juneteenth celebration in Aurora, Colorado.

Jun 20, 2020, 3:31 AM

Jun 19, 2020, 4:52 PM

An original Juneteenth order freeing slaves found at National Archives
The National Archives has discovered what it believes to be an original Juneteenth order proclaiming the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas.

Jun 19, 2020, 4:52 PM

Jun 19, 2020, 11:10 AM

Calls intensify in Congress to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
In the wake of the nationwide outcry after the killing of George Floyd, bipartisan calls have amplified to name Juneteenth a national holiday.

Jun 19, 2020, 11:10 AM

Jun 19, 2020, 5:04 AM

Philadelphia’s only accessible and intact stop on Underground Railroad goes virtual for Juneteenth
The Johnson House was a safe house for slaves escaping captivity.

Jun 19, 2020, 5:04 AM

Jun 19, 2020, 6:19 PM

Black Tulsa residents call Juneteenth a day of celebration, grief, anger
Black residents of Tulsa, Oklahoma, still feel the effects of a massacre 99 years ago.

Jun 19, 2020, 6:19 PM

Jun 18, 2020, 5:06 AM

Haven't heard of Juneteenth? Here's what you need to know
Two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was executed, June 19, 1865 was the day slaves in Texas learned that the Civil War was over and they were free.

Jun 18, 2020, 5:06 AM

Jun 19, 2020, 4:03 AM

'Black-ish' cast reflects on Juneteenth episode and its relevance today
The "Black-ish" cast gathered to reflect on the show's episode about Juneteenth and how it is more relevant than ever today.

Jun 19, 2020, 4:03 AM

Jun 19, 2020, 5:03 AM

Chicago woman's successful push for Juneteenth holiday brings online fame
Juneteenth has added significance this year during racial protests.

Jun 19, 2020, 5:03 AM

Jun 18, 2020, 5:05 AM

Nike, Target, Twitter and more make Juneteenth a paid company holiday
A handful of corporations in the U.S. announced this year that they are making Juneteenth a companywide holiday.

Jun 18, 2020, 5:05 AM

Jun 13, 2020, 12:21 AM

Trump moves his Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20 'out of respect'
President Donald Trump has moved the date of his Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20.

Jun 13, 2020, 12:21 AM

Jun 16, 2020, 6:59 PM

Virginia governor proposes Juneteenth as official paid state holiday alongside Pharrell
"This is a big display of progress," Pharrell, a Virginia native, said.

Jun 16, 2020, 6:59 PM

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'Grandmother' of Juneteenth Opal Lee attends her 1st DNC at age 97
Lee said she is ready to rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.

Aug 21, 2024, 5:25 PM

Biden signs bill making Juneteenth, marking end of slavery, a federal holiday
President Joe Biden signed a bill Thursday to make Juneteenth a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery.

Jun 17, 2021, 5:36 PM

Meet Opal Lee, the 'grandmother of the movement' to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Opal Lee walked from Texas to Washington, D.C., to bring attention to Juneteenth.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:01 AM

Thousands line up for rare look at original Emancipation Proclamation
Thousands lined up outside the National Archives in Washington on Monday hoping to see original versions of the Emancipation Proclamation and General Order No. 3.

Jun 19, 2023, 8:37 PM

Juneteenth commemorated in Galveston, Texas, where holiday began
The city hosted an event that featured an unveiling of a new welcome sign along the highway.

Jun 16, 2023, 1:23 PM

Juneteenth and its implications for the economy and generational wealth
Real estate investor Jude Bernard discusses Juneteenth, financial literacy. Economic historian Ellora Derenoncourt explains the history of the racial wealth gap.

Jun 18, 2022, 5:03 AM

Kamala Harris surprises children at African American history museum for Juneteenth
Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff surprised children on Monday at the National Museum of African American History and Culture for Juneteenth.

Jun 20, 2022, 5:12 PM

Why Black joy on Juneteenth is an act of resistance against racism
On Juneteenth, celebrations take place nationwide. The holiday highlights the power of Black joy as a protest.

Jun 19, 2022, 10:01 AM

Juneteenth offers message of hope, resiliency
Many Black people in the United States recognize June 19 as their Independence Day.

Jun 19, 2022, 9:02 AM

'Soul of a Nation' presents Juneteenth celebration featuring iconic musicians
ABC News’ “Soul of a Nation” presents a new primetime special “Sound of Freedom - A Juneteenth Celebration.”

Jun 17, 2022, 12:41 PM

Bill to make Juneteenth a holiday moves to governor's desk
Juneteenth is on its way to becoming an official holiday in Connecticut.

May 5, 2022, 1:09 PM

Juneteenth is now a national holiday. What's next?
Now that Juneteenth is recognized as a national holiday, advocates are weighing in on how Americans should mark the occasion and what the day should mean going forward.

Jun 19, 2021, 2:03 PM

Black farmers fight to keep their land, cultivate next generation
“It’s about fairness,” John Boyd Jr., a farmer and fierce advocate, said.

Jun 18, 2021, 10:47 AM

On Juneteenth, descendants of America's Black change-makers speak out about preserving ancestors' legacy
Descendants of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells and others spoke to ABC News.

Jun 19, 2021, 12:24 PM

Juneteenth celebrations in images around the US
Juneteenth celebrations in images.

Jun 19, 2021, 5:21 PM

Rep. Jim Clyburn says new Juneteenth federal holiday gives him 'hope'
Clyburn says new legislation to mark Juneteenth as a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States gives him hope.

Jun 18, 2021, 12:13 PM

Congress passes legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Congress has moved to establish a new national holiday, this time for Juneteenth. It's the first federal holiday approved since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983.

Jun 16, 2021, 11:43 PM

GOP senator objects to making Juneteenth a federal holiday
Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin objected to creating a new federal holiday, saying he doesn't support adding other paid day off for federal workers.

Jul 23, 2020, 9:48 AM

Usher calls for Juneteenth to become a national holiday
Usher calls for Juneteenth to become a national holiday in an essay for The Washington Post.

Jun 19, 2020, 12:01 PM

Teen shot to death at Juneteenth celebration in Colorado
A teen was shot to death at a Juneteenth celebration in Aurora, Colorado.

Jun 20, 2020, 3:31 AM

An original Juneteenth order freeing slaves found at National Archives
The National Archives has discovered what it believes to be an original Juneteenth order proclaiming the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas.

Jun 19, 2020, 4:52 PM

Calls intensify in Congress to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
In the wake of the nationwide outcry after the killing of George Floyd, bipartisan calls have amplified to name Juneteenth a national holiday.

Jun 19, 2020, 11:10 AM

Philadelphia’s only accessible and intact stop on Underground Railroad goes virtual for Juneteenth
The Johnson House was a safe house for slaves escaping captivity.

Jun 19, 2020, 5:04 AM

Black Tulsa residents call Juneteenth a day of celebration, grief, anger
Black residents of Tulsa, Oklahoma, still feel the effects of a massacre 99 years ago.

Jun 19, 2020, 6:19 PM

Haven't heard of Juneteenth? Here's what you need to know
Two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was executed, June 19, 1865 was the day slaves in Texas learned that the Civil War was over and they were free.

Jun 18, 2020, 5:06 AM

'Black-ish' cast reflects on Juneteenth episode and its relevance today
The "Black-ish" cast gathered to reflect on the show's episode about Juneteenth and how it is more relevant than ever today.

Jun 19, 2020, 4:03 AM

Chicago woman's successful push for Juneteenth holiday brings online fame
Juneteenth has added significance this year during racial protests.

Jun 19, 2020, 5:03 AM

Nike, Target, Twitter and more make Juneteenth a paid company holiday
A handful of corporations in the U.S. announced this year that they are making Juneteenth a companywide holiday.

Jun 18, 2020, 5:05 AM

Trump moves his Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20 'out of respect'
President Donald Trump has moved the date of his Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20.

Jun 13, 2020, 12:21 AM

Virginia governor proposes Juneteenth as official paid state holiday alongside Pharrell
"This is a big display of progress," Pharrell, a Virginia native, said.

Jun 16, 2020, 6:59 PM

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Juneteenth Follow the latest Juneteenth news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.

'Grandmother' of Juneteenth Opal Lee attends her 1st DNC at age 97 Lee said she is ready to rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Aug 21, 2024, 5:25 PM

Biden signs bill making Juneteenth, marking end of slavery, a federal holiday President Joe Biden signed a bill Thursday to make Juneteenth a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. Jun 17, 2021, 5:36 PM

Meet Opal Lee, the 'grandmother of the movement' to make Juneteenth a federal holiday Opal Lee walked from Texas to Washington, D.C., to bring attention to Juneteenth. Jun 19, 2024, 4:01 AM

Thousands line up for rare look at original Emancipation Proclamation Thousands lined up outside the National Archives in Washington on Monday hoping to see original versions of the Emancipation Proclamation and General Order No. 3. Jun 19, 2023, 8:37 PM

Juneteenth commemorated in Galveston, Texas, where holiday began The city hosted an event that featured an unveiling of a new welcome sign along the highway. Jun 16, 2023, 1:23 PM

Juneteenth and its implications for the economy and generational wealth Real estate investor Jude Bernard discusses Juneteenth, financial literacy. Economic historian Ellora Derenoncourt explains the history of the racial wealth gap. Jun 18, 2022, 5:03 AM

Kamala Harris surprises children at African American history museum for Juneteenth Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff surprised children on Monday at the National Museum of African American History and Culture for Juneteenth. Jun 20, 2022, 5:12 PM

Why Black joy on Juneteenth is an act of resistance against racism On Juneteenth, celebrations take place nationwide. The holiday highlights the power of Black joy as a protest. Jun 19, 2022, 10:01 AM

Juneteenth offers message of hope, resiliency Many Black people in the United States recognize June 19 as their Independence Day. Jun 19, 2022, 9:02 AM

'Soul of a Nation' presents Juneteenth celebration featuring iconic musicians ABC News’ “Soul of a Nation” presents a new primetime special “Sound of Freedom - A Juneteenth Celebration.” Jun 17, 2022, 12:41 PM

Bill to make Juneteenth a holiday moves to governor's desk Juneteenth is on its way to becoming an official holiday in Connecticut. May 5, 2022, 1:09 PM

Juneteenth is now a national holiday. What's next? Now that Juneteenth is recognized as a national holiday, advocates are weighing in on how Americans should mark the occasion and what the day should mean going forward. Jun 19, 2021, 2:03 PM

Black farmers fight to keep their land, cultivate next generation “It’s about fairness,” John Boyd Jr., a farmer and fierce advocate, said. Jun 18, 2021, 10:47 AM

On Juneteenth, descendants of America's Black change-makers speak out about preserving ancestors' legacy Descendants of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells and others spoke to ABC News. Jun 19, 2021, 12:24 PM

Juneteenth celebrations in images around the US Juneteenth celebrations in images. Jun 19, 2021, 5:21 PM

Rep. Jim Clyburn says new Juneteenth federal holiday gives him 'hope' Clyburn says new legislation to mark Juneteenth as a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States gives him hope. Jun 18, 2021, 12:13 PM

Congress passes legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday Congress has moved to establish a new national holiday, this time for Juneteenth. It's the first federal holiday approved since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983. Jun 16, 2021, 11:43 PM

GOP senator objects to making Juneteenth a federal holiday Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin objected to creating a new federal holiday, saying he doesn't support adding other paid day off for federal workers. Jul 23, 2020, 9:48 AM

Usher calls for Juneteenth to become a national holiday Usher calls for Juneteenth to become a national holiday in an essay for The Washington Post. Jun 19, 2020, 12:01 PM

Teen shot to death at Juneteenth celebration in Colorado A teen was shot to death at a Juneteenth celebration in Aurora, Colorado. Jun 20, 2020, 3:31 AM

An original Juneteenth order freeing slaves found at National Archives The National Archives has discovered what it believes to be an original Juneteenth order proclaiming the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas. Jun 19, 2020, 4:52 PM

Calls intensify in Congress to make Juneteenth a federal holiday In the wake of the nationwide outcry after the killing of George Floyd, bipartisan calls have amplified to name Juneteenth a national holiday. Jun 19, 2020, 11:10 AM

Philadelphia’s only accessible and intact stop on Underground Railroad goes virtual for Juneteenth The Johnson House was a safe house for slaves escaping captivity. Jun 19, 2020, 5:04 AM

Black Tulsa residents call Juneteenth a day of celebration, grief, anger Black residents of Tulsa, Oklahoma, still feel the effects of a massacre 99 years ago. Jun 19, 2020, 6:19 PM

Haven't heard of Juneteenth? Here's what you need to know Two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was executed, June 19, 1865 was the day slaves in Texas learned that the Civil War was over and they were free. Jun 18, 2020, 5:06 AM

'Black-ish' cast reflects on Juneteenth episode and its relevance today The "Black-ish" cast gathered to reflect on the show's episode about Juneteenth and how it is more relevant than ever today. Jun 19, 2020, 4:03 AM

Chicago woman's successful push for Juneteenth holiday brings online fame Juneteenth has added significance this year during racial protests. Jun 19, 2020, 5:03 AM

Nike, Target, Twitter and more make Juneteenth a paid company holiday A handful of corporations in the U.S. announced this year that they are making Juneteenth a companywide holiday. Jun 18, 2020, 5:05 AM

Trump moves his Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20 'out of respect' President Donald Trump has moved the date of his Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20. Jun 13, 2020, 12:21 AM

Virginia governor proposes Juneteenth as official paid state holiday alongside Pharrell "This is a big display of progress," Pharrell, a Virginia native, said. Jun 16, 2020, 6:59 PM