A bill that would establish Juneteenth as an Alabama state holiday, sponsored by a Republican, has advanced in the Alabama Legislature, to the frustration of Rep. Juandalynn Givan, ...

The effort to make Juneteenth a state holiday continues this legislative session. District 85 Representative Rick Rehm leads ...

Puerto Rico commemorates Emancipation Day, a historical milestone that marks the abolition of slavery on the island.

The life story of Dr. William Ferguson Reid — politician, civil rights activist and a former regional medical director for ...

The "Cowboy Carter Chronicles" explores the themes of Black resilience and freedom through Beyoncé's reimagining of "Blackbird" on her album.

Assemblymember Scott Crass, the primary sponsor of the ordinance, noted Thursday night, said the holiday aligns with state ...

Renowned author Percival Everett spoke with the IUN community about his new novel, "James," a literary rebuttal to "Huckleberry Finn." ...

Learn about the history and impact of black students, faculty, and staff on the Murray State University campus.

Commonwealth Day 2025 was celebrated across the Commonwealth on Monday 10 March with events and activities taking place throughout March, including civic and faith gatherings, school assemblies, ...

Women in Nicosia on Saturday marched through the streets of the capital’s old town to mark International Women’s Day and demand gender equality. Organised by activist group Afoa, the protest ...

(Emancipation Day in Florida is celebrated in May because ... The theatrical production has been performed twice before, at last year's Juneteenth Celebration at the University of West Florida ...

On the second Sunday of each November, The King leads the nation in remembering those who have died in world wars and other conflicts. In a ceremony at the Cenotaph, the focal point of the nation's ...