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What's the weather forecast for Juneteenth? June 19 temperature, UV indexes in Illinois
Illinois is hosting a variety of outdoor events to celebrate Juneteenth, causing many to wonder what weather to expect.
Juneteenth 2025: Are Illinois state agencies, post offices closed for the holiday?
Non-essential federal offices will close for the holiday, as will Illinois Secretary of State facilities, such as the ...
A Town That Pioneered the Juneteenth Holiday Is Now Calling Off the Party
From boardrooms to classrooms, Juneteenth now feels fraught.
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Juneteenth is this week. Will banks in Illinois be open?
Juneteenth is coming up, which means many businesses will be closed. Find out if banks in Illinois will be open.
What's open and closed on Juneteenth? Banks, USPS, stock market and more
While banks and other businesses are closed on the federal holiday of Juneteenth, there are several Chicago Juneteenth events ...
Chicago area prepares for Juneteenth celebrations: 'We do matter, our stories matter'
Communities across the Chicago area have planned an array of events to honor and celebrate the holiday Thursday. Parties, ...
Lake County Juneteenth celebrations will be hosted in Waukegan this year
Before Juneteenth (June 19) became a national holiday in 2021 commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, it was ...
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From Union soldiers to Richard Wright: Chicago’s deep connection to Juneteenth
We take a look at how Juneteenth changed the Chicago area, and get a sneak peek into an event happening this weekend.
New Juneteenth event will replace July 3 fireworks at Glen Oak Park. Here's what we know
Some Park District Board Trustees hoped to see the July 3 fireworks show return at Glen Oak Park after it was canceled last year, but trustees are now aiming to see the Juneteenth event take over as ...
Free museum days for week of Juneteenth in Chicago area
With many kids out of school for summer as a holiday week arrives, parents may be looking for things to do in the Chicago ...