Opal Lee, grandmother of Juneteenth, turns 100
Opal Lee, the civil rights activist who is considered the grandmother of the Juneteenth federal holiday, celebrated her 100th birthday.
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Opal Lee, the civil rights activist who is considered the grandmother of the Juneteenth federal holiday, celebrated her 100th birthday.
Multiple shootings have occurred across the city following a mass shooting on the South Side that left 13 wounded on Friday night.
The president took to social media early Sunday morning, saying in part, "Lots of killing going on in Chicago .... Why isn't Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe city..."
Organizers say they are fighting to protect the Voting Rights Act and fighting against police violence.
In Englewood, their Juneteenth celebrations were joyous and lively but the true meaning of the holiday was never far from top of mind.
In Englewood, their Juneteenth celebrations were joyous and lively but the true meaning of the holiday was never far from top of mind.
Juneteenth will affect banking, mail service and financial markets, although retailers and restaurants are largely staying open.
The Juneteenth Family Festival of Beverly/Morgan Park kicks off on Saturday from noon to 7 p.m.
If you want to celebrate Juneteenth 2026 in the Chicago area, you've got plenty of choices. Events to mark the federal holiday are being held Thursday and through the weekend.
TSA says they’re expecting high volumes on Thursday, June 18, and Sunday, June 21. Travelers are being advised to arrive early, check with their airlines, and avoid packing any prohibited items.
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.
