India  
 
NewsR.in

Celebrating Juneteenth!

Video Credit: TODAY’S TMJ4 - Duration: 07:40s - Published
Celebrating Juneteenth!

Celebrating Juneteenth!

This year the Juneteenth Parade and Street Festival were canceled by COVID19.

However, now more than ever is it important to understand and celebrate the holiday that amplifies Black Voices and celebrates their independence!

Andrea Williams, local Media Star and Emcee for 15 plus Juneteenth Celebrations, talks to us about the history of the day, its importance today and everyday, and how the city is celebrating this year.


You Might Like

Related news from verified sources

Santander's U.S. unit to close offices on June 19 commemorating Juneteenth

Santander Holdings USA Inc, a unit of Madrid-based Banco Santander S.A., said on Monday it would...
Reuters India - Published

Factbox: What is Juneteenth and how are people commemorating it this year?

Juneteenth, an annual U.S. holiday on June 19, has taken on greater significance this year following...
Reuters India - Published

George Floyd killing: Donald Trump faces backlash for starting election rally on key slavery day

Black community enraged by the custodial killing of George Floyd and political leaders are calling on...
Mid-Day - Published


Related videos from verified sources

The History Of Tulsa And Juneteenth Part Two [Video]

The History Of Tulsa And Juneteenth Part Two

Lynne Hayes Freeland spoke with Dr. Kimberly Ellis about the legacy of Tulsa and Juneteenth to Black Americans.

Credit: KDKA CBS 2 Pittsburgh     Duration: 06:03Published
The History Of Tulsa And Juneteenth Part Three [Video]

The History Of Tulsa And Juneteenth Part Three

Lynne Hayes Freeland spoke with Dr. Kimberly Ellis about the legacy of Tulsa and Juneteenth to Black Americans.

Credit: KDKA CBS 2 Pittsburgh     Duration: 05:29Published
Celebrating Juneteenth [Video]

Celebrating Juneteenth

Celebrating Juneteenth

Credit: KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas     Duration: 02:34Published