Juneteenth

Rep. Cori Bush Uses Juneteenth Holiday To Boost Reparations Legislation

“This is the moment to put it out and we needed something like this," Bush said about the bill.
06/20/2023

Juneteenth: Black Freedom Celebrations Around The World

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Juneteenth Playlist: Kendrick Lamar, Nina Simone, Rihanna And More

Ten songs to uplift your Juneteenth celebration.
06/19/2023
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At Least 20 People Shot, 1 Fatally, At Juneteenth Celebration Near Chicago

The DuPage County Sheriff's Office said that the incident unfolded in a parking lot in Willowbrook, Ill.
06/18/2023
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40 Acres and a Mule

Freedom can mean so many things for Black Americans
06/16/2023

This Week In Good Black News: Meg The Stallion Is Stunned By A Twerk Performance, The White House Celebrates Juneteenth And Tony Winners Make History

Plus, Lil Kim celebrates her daughter's birthday with a heartwarming post.
06/16/2023
An illustration of a black girl sitting on a stack of books and a boy, standing next to her. Juneteenth concept. Learning about African American history. Freedom day. Isolated on white.

BET Bookmark: Your Juneteenth (Kids) Holiday Reading List

Does the child in your life need a better explanation of why we celebrate Juneteenth as a holiday? Here are 10 titles just for them.
06/13/2023

Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration Organizers Accuse City, State Of Discrimination

Organizers allege that officials are seeking to sabotage the celebration by issuing last-minute security requirements for the event,
06/12/2023

White House Announces Star-Studded Juneteenth Concert

The concert will take place on June 13 on the South Lawn at the White House.
06/09/2023
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America in Black
Life and Limb, Gabrielle Union and Henry Louis Gates Jr.

Dr. Foluso Fakorede discusses unnecessary amputations for Black Americans, Gabrielle Union talks about her life-changing trips to Africa, and Henry Louis Gates Jr. shares his life story.
06/04/2023

Juneteenth: South Carolina Town Removes Juneteenth Banner Displaying White Couple

Sparking viral outrage and pushback.
05/29/2023