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Today is Juneteenth: Is there mail? Are banks closed? What to know about federal holiday
Today is Juneteenth: Is there mail? Are banks closed? What to know about federal holiday Show Caption Hide Caption New Yorkers honor lost African American holiday older than Juneteenth An African American holiday older than Juneteenth was almost lost. These New Yorkers are bringing back Pinkster, which was outlawed in the 1800s. Juneteenth will be marked on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Juneteenth commemorates the day — June 19, 1865 — when federal soldiers arrived in Galveston to take control of Texas and ensure the slaves were freed per the Emancipation Proclamation. It's known as America's Second Independence Day, and it's celebrated today, June 19. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It's the longest-running African American holiday, and it became a federal holiday a few years ago. Juneteenth celebrations across the High Desert will include food, music, dancing, art and other activities. Here's what to know about the holiday. Is Juneteenth a federal holiday in 2025? Yes, Juneteenth is a federal holiday in 2025, according to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. It is one of 11 federal holidays observed every year. The others are: New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Washington's Birthday/Presidents Day Memorial Day July 4 Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Christmas Day When is Juneteenth observed in 2025? Juneteenth will be marked on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Unlike other federal holidays, such as Memorial Day, Labor Day and Thanksgiving, which are observed on a specific day of the week, Juneteenth is celebrated on the actual day. What does Juneteenth celebrate? Juneteenth commemorates the day — June 19, 1865 — when federal soldiers arrived in Galveston to take control of Texas and ensure the slaves were freed per the Emancipation Proclamation, according to the History Channel. Juneteenth — short for June nineteenth — marks the end of slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday. Why is it called Juneteenth? Juneteenth is a portmanteau of June 19, the day Union troops arrived in Galveston. It became known as "Juneteenth" by the newly freed slaves of Texas, according to the National Museum of African American History & Culture at the Smithsonian. When did Abraham Lincoln issue the Emancipation Proclamation? President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863. But its effect was limited, according to the National Archives. It only applied to states that seceded during the Civil War, leaving slavery intact for slave states that stayed with the Union. It also could not be enforced until Confederate states were under Union control, according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Therefore, it took until June 19, 1865, for slaves in Texas to be freed. Slavery in America was formally abolished with the 13th Amendment, which was ratified Dec. 6, 1865. When did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021. President Joe Biden signed legislation on June 17, 2021, according to USA TODAY, after Congress passed The Juneteenth National Independence Day Act that same month. Juneteenth began rising to prominence in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd, a Black man, sparked protests across the country against police brutality, USA TODAY reports. Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., first introduced the Juneteenth bill in 2020 following the killings of Floyd and Breonna Taylor of Louisville, Kentucky. His initial attempt to pass the bill was unsuccessful. Is there mail delivery on Juneteenth? Is the post office open? Does FedEx deliver? No. As a federal holiday, the U.S. Postal Service is closed that day, and there will be no mail delivered. FedEx pickup and delivery services will be available on June 19, according to the company's website. FedEx Office locations will also be open, USA TODAY reports. Are banks open on Juneteenth? Juneteenth is a Federal Reserve bank holiday, meaning the organization that regulates the nation's banking system is closed, according to Banks aren't required to close for Federal Reserve holidays, but they often do. Transactions made during these holidays won't be posted until the next business day. Branches of Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank and JPMorgan Chase will be closed on Juneteenth, USA TODAY is reporting. Capital One Cafes will remain open. Is the stock market open or closed on Juneteenth? The New York Stock Exchange is closed on federal holidays and will be closed on Juneteenth, according to its website. Is trash pickup delayed for Juneteenth? Trash pickup may be delayed because of Juneteenth, depending on the hauler. Contact your municipality or private provider to learn more.
Yahoo
a day ago
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When is Juneteenth 2025? Is there mail? What is open, closed? What to know about holiday
It's known as America's Second Independence Day, and it will be celebrated today throughout California and the rest of the U.S. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It's the longest-running African American holiday, and it became a federal holiday a few years ago. Here's what to know about the holiday. Yes, Juneteenth is a federal holiday in 2025, according to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. It is one of 11 federal holidays observed every year. The others are: New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Washington's Birthday/Presidents Day Memorial Day July 4 Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Christmas Day Juneteenth will be marked on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Unlike other federal holidays, such as Memorial Day, Labor Day and Thanksgiving, which are observed on a specific day of the week, Juneteenth is celebrated on the actual day. Juneteenth commemorates the day — June 19, 1865 — when federal soldiers arrived in Galveston to take control of Texas and ensure the slaves were freed per the Emancipation Proclamation, according to the History Channel. Juneteenth — short for June nineteenth — marks the end of slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday. Juneteenth is a portmanteau of June 19, the day Union troops arrived in Galveston. It became known as "Juneteenth" by the newly freed slaves of Texas, according to the National Museum of African American History & Culture at the Smithsonian. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863. But its effect was limited, according to the National Archives. It only applied to states that seceded during the Civil War, leaving slavery intact for slave states that stayed with the Union. It also could not be enforced until Confederate states were under Union control, according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Therefore, it took until June 19, 1865, for slaves in Texas to be freed. Slavery in America was formally abolished with the 13th Amendment, which was ratified Dec. 6, 1865. Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021. President Joe Biden signed legislation on June 17, 2021, according to USA TODAY, after Congress passed The Juneteenth National Independence Day Act that same month. Juneteenth began rising to prominence in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd, a Black man, sparked protests across the country against police brutality, USA TODAY reports. Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., first introduced the Juneteenth bill in 2020 following the killings of Floyd and Breonna Taylor of Louisville, Kentucky. His initial attempt to pass the bill was unsuccessful. No. As a federal holiday, the U.S. Postal Service is closed that day, and there will be no mail delivered. FedEx pickup and delivery services will be available on June 19, according to the company's website. FedEx Office locations will also be open, USA TODAY reports. Juneteenth is a Federal Reserve bank holiday, meaning the organization that regulates the nation's banking system is closed, according to Banks aren't required to close for Federal Reserve holidays, but they often do. Transactions made during these holidays won't be posted until the next business day. Branches of Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank and JPMorgan Chase will be closed on Juneteenth, USA TODAY is reporting. Capital One Cafes will remain open. The New York Stock Exchange is closed on federal holidays and will be closed on Juneteenth, according to its website. Trash pickup may be delayed because of Juneteenth, depending on the hauler. Contact your municipality or private provider to learn more. This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: Juneteenth 2025? Is there mail? Are banks, stores open? What to know
Yahoo
3 days ago
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'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Is Unrecognizable in New Photo With Girlfriend
'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Is Unrecognizable in New Photo With Girlfriend originally appeared on Parade. American Pickers star was nearly unrecognizable in a new photo with his girlfriend, . On Sunday, June 8, the History Channel personality, 60, took to his Instagram Stories with a cheeky photo of himself and Cline, 46. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 In the selfie, Wolfe wore a yellow T-shirt and a green ball cap, completing his look with a pair of black sunglasses. His significant other, meanwhile, sported a blue shirt with a yellow hat and red-orange shades. "Undercover with @leticiacline," he captioned the update, fittingly including the song "Undercover of Night" by The Rolling Stones in his segment. On top of Wolfe wearing a hat and sunglasses, his longer beard helped disguise him for the mystery outing. Folks walking by likely had to do a double-take before realizing it was him. Take a look for yourself! In other news, Wolfe recently launched a new career venture in Le Claire, Iowa, with a surprising connection to his American Pickers co-star, , 49. He also announced a new History Channel show, a new film and the end of an era in a sad career announcement. Meanwhile, the network recently confirmed the premiere date for Season 27 of American Pickers. We can't wait! Next: 'American Pickers' Mike Wolfe Is Unrecognizable in New Photo With Girlfriend first appeared on Parade on Jun 8, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 8, 2025, where it first appeared.
Economic Times
4 days ago
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- Economic Times
Juneteenth 2025 events near me: Is Juneteenth a Federal holiday in the U.S? What day is Juneteenth?
Image credits: X Synopsis Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S., will be observed as a federal holiday on Thursday, June 19, 2025. This holiday marks the arrival of federal troops in Galveston, Texas, in 1865, enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation. Banks and post offices will be closed, while FedEx maintains most services, honoring this significant day in African American history. Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of when freedom truly came for enslaved people in America. America's second Independence Day is just around the corner. ADVERTISEMENT Juneteenth honors the day when federal troops entered Galveston to seize Texas and guarantee the emancipation of slaves in accordance with the Emancipation date of the 2025 Juneteenth is Thursday, June 19. Per the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Juneteenth will be a federal holiday in abolition of slavery in the United States is commemorated on Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston to seize control of Texas and free the slaves in accordance with the Emancipation Proclamation, according to the History Channel. ALSO READ: Was Melania dozing off during Trump parade? Videos go viral, here's the truth According to Juneteenth is a Federal Reserve bank holiday, so the bank regulator is closed. ADVERTISEMENT USA TODAY reports that Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank, and JPMorgan Chase will close on was inspired by the arrival of Union troops in Galveston on June 19. "Juneteenth" is what the newly freed slaves in Texas called it, according to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History & Culture, as per a report by The Columbus Dispatch. ADVERTISEMENT Here's the list of Juneteenth 2025 events near you, as per a report by CBS News. Juneteenth Family Festival - Beverly and Morgan Park, Chicago Date: June 19 ADVERTISEMENT Time: 12 p.m. - 7 A free public festival featuring live music, African dance, health scanning, and various activities at 110th & Longwood. Juneteenth Celebration - Skokie Date: June 19 ADVERTISEMENT Time: 1 p.m. - 5 Celebrating 5 years of community with live performances, food, and local Black-owned business vendors at Oakton Park. Juneteenth Festival - Dupage County Date: June 19Time: 1 p.m. - 5 Hosted by House Speaker Emmanuel Welch, this free event at Memorial Park District is open to the public. Juneteenth Parade - North Lawndale, Chicago Date: June 19Time: 9 The first annual parade starting at 1457 S. Kenneth Ave and ending at 3401 W. Ogden Ave, featuring floats, performances, and a free community breakfast. Juneteenth Freedom Celebration - Morgan Park, Chicago Date: June 19Time: 9 a.m. - 6 A celebration at 10810, 10824 & 10831 S. Halsted St. with a tribute to the United States Colored Troops and a live-streamed line dancing event at 2 p.m. Juneteenth Parade and Celebration - Evanston Date: June 21Time: 11 a.m. (Parade) & 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. (Celebration)Info: The parade starts at Dempster St. and Dodge Ave, followed by a celebration at Ingraham Park with live music, performances, and activities. Is Juneteenth a federal holiday in 2025? Yes. It became one in 2021, and this year it falls on Thursday, June 19. Will banks and mail services be open on Juneteenth? Most banks and all post offices will be closed. FedEx will still run most of its services. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates. NEXT STORY
Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Juneteenth 2025 events near me: Is Juneteenth a Federal holiday in the U.S? What day is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of when freedom truly came for enslaved people in America. America's second Independence Day is just around the corner. Juneteenth honors the day when federal troops entered Galveston to seize Texas and guarantee the emancipation of slaves in accordance with the Emancipation Proclamation. What day is Juneteenth in 2025? The date of the 2025 Juneteenth is Thursday, June 19. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mi Piace Così | Quanto costa perdere peso? Mi Piace Così Undo Is Juneteenth a Federal holiday in the U.S.? Per the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Juneteenth will be a federal holiday in 2025. What's the history behind Juneteenth? The abolition of slavery in the United States is commemorated on Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston to seize control of Texas and free the slaves in accordance with the Emancipation Proclamation, according to the History Channel. The oldest African American holiday, Juneteenth, honors the abolition of slavery in the United States. Live Events ALSO READ: Was Melania dozing off during Trump parade? Videos go viral, here's the truth Are banks open on Juneteenth? According to Juneteenth is a Federal Reserve bank holiday, so the bank regulator is closed. USA TODAY reports that Capital One, Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank, and JPMorgan Chase will close on Juneteenth. Why is it known as Juneteenth? Juneteenth was inspired by the arrival of Union troops in Galveston on June 19. "Juneteenth" is what the newly freed slaves in Texas called it, according to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History & Culture, as per a report by The Columbus Dispatch. FAQs Is Juneteenth a federal holiday in 2025? Yes. It became one in 2021, and this year it falls on Thursday, June 19. Will banks and mail services be open on Juneteenth? Most banks and all post offices will be closed. FedEx will still run most of its services.
