Chicago celebrates Juneteenth with pride
In Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, a youth baseball game in Armstrong Park had special meaning this Juneteenth. Sara Machi reports on that and other events.
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In Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, a youth baseball game in Armstrong Park had special meaning this Juneteenth. Sara Machi reports on that and other events.
Celebrate Juneteenth 2025 throughout the city and suburbs.
The Chicago area celebrated Juneteenth Thursday with parades, festivals, days of service and community festivals.
See what's open and closed during the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, from stores to public services.
Educator and author Ernest Crim III joins CBS News Chicago to discuss the history of Juneteenth and the fight to get it on the federal holiday calendar.
North Lawndale kicked off its first annual Juneteenth parade along 16th Street at 9 a.m. Jackie Kostek has more of what you can expect.
Juneteenth celebrations are taking place throughout the Chicago area. The federal holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. From parades and live performances to food and more, check out the local Freedom Day events near you.
The "Freedom Market" at the salt shed kicks off its 5th year. The event includes local DJs, pop-ups, and even an interactive double-dutch performance.
The ceremony was held at 10 a.m.
The annual Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony, featuring guest speakers including Mayor Brandon Johnson, was held Monday morning at Daley Plaza.
The parade happening on Saturday recognizes the achievements and accomplishments of the African American community. Organizer Adrienne Hawkins-Turner talks more about the event.
Juneteenth celebrates the day the last slaves in Texas found out they were free.
The free festival is expected to draw more than 5,000 people.
CBS News Chicago celebrates Juneteenth, Saturday June 14, during Oak Park community cook out.
Organizers say this year's theme is conquering our past, commemorating our present, and committing to our future.
Saint Joseph Missionary Baptist Church and the Chicago Juneteenth Project are hosting their 11th annual African-American Awareness and Appreciation Parade on June 14.
Ninety-seven-year-old Opal Lee is celebrating Black culture and inspiring local artists. She was invited to help kick off an arts event called Black Aura in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
Organizers said the tours bring the young guides so much joy to show where they eat and they play.
Around Chicago Wednesday, Juneteenth was a family affair with food, fun, and games—but also history lessons for all generations.
Around Chicago Wednesday, Juneteenth was a family affair with food, fun, and games—but also history lessons for all generations. CBS 2's Darius Johnson reports.
More than 80 businesses have set up shop on the museum campus, and live performances occur throughout the day and evening.
It's been 159 years since the end of slavery in the United States, and Chicago's DuSable Black History Museum celebrated Juneteenth with residents of all ages. CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports.
Chicago's Mayor's move comes as New York's Governor and legislators in California have also addressed the matter.
It marks the day the last slaves were freed on June 19, 1865. CBS 2 is a proud media sponsor of the Juneteenth Family Festival.
Kathryn Jackson with the Corporation talks about the festivities of their Juneteenth celebrations happening on Saturday.
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Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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The number of ICE detainees exceeded 70,000 for the first time in the deportation agency's 23-year history, according to internal DHS data obtained by CBS News.
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United Airlines flight attendants picketed outside Chicago's Willis Tower Thursday morning as they fought for a new contract.
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The Piggery, a popular barbecue restaurant and bar in the northwest corner of Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, announced Thursday that it is going out of business.
The Lincolnwood Town Center mall in the north Chicago suburb of Lincolnwood has been sold to a developer, the village announced Wednesday.
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The internal electrical parts can short-circuit, creating a fire hazard.
Dozens braved the frigid temperatures in the Loop to call for an end to the Iranian regime.
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