Juneteenth 2023 is here and communities across the Chicago area will hold events to celebrate the holiday, including in Aurora, Hammond and more. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Juneteenth day is here!

By Editorial Evrima Chicago JESSUP, MD / ACCESS Newswire / August 18, 2025 / When Dr. Rachel Bonaparte first envisioned The ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The heritage cakes are ready at Brown Sugar Bakery on 75th Street. Slices and cupcakes with traditional African colors will be among the 6/19 specials as part of Black People Eats.

CHICAGO -- A woman successfully convinced her employer to make Juneteenth a permanent paid holiday and told her story in a now-viral tweet thread. Kamaria Morris works as an assistant director of ...

As Juneteenth celebrates 160 years since enslaved people were freed, understanding the roots and history of the holiday is key. From black-eyed peas to red drinks, here’s how food helps to ...