Juneteenth is a day that holds significant importance for many Americans. It marks the end of slavery in the United States. This day is celebrated on June 19th every year. It has been a federal holiday since 2021. This change was made possible by then-President Joe Biden. The bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday received overwhelming support. It passed unanimous...

Juneteenth, marking the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally learned of their freedom, is a significant day in American history. However, this year, celebrations faced new hurdles. In Bend, Oregon, organizers initially called off their public festival due to safety concerns, reflecting a broader climate of tension. Kenneth Adams, one of the planners, hig...