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The origin of the Juneteenth celebrations marking the end of slavery in the U.S. goes back to an order issued as Union troops arrived in Texas at the end of the Civil War.
Lilyian Caswell-Isley led the first celebration of Juneteenth at the agency in 2003. The five commissioners of the Port of Seattle voted Tuesday to make Juneteenth a paid holiday for more than ...
Seattle's weather forecasts clear skies, a high of 66 degrees today, and gentle weather through the weekend with highs near ...
SEATTLE — There are events and celebrations happening all over Seattle and surrounding areas honoring Juneteenth and Black communities. Juneteenth was first recognized as a federal holiday in ...
Workers took part in rallies honoring Juneteenth and to protest against police violence and racism. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) (ted s. warren/Associated Press) SEATTLE — Thousands of people ...
Travel personality Denella Ri'chard reflects on how a visit to Galveston, Texas, transformed how she views not only this ...
Juneteenth celebrations are known for the variety of programs and events that highlight African American history and culture. In the 1960s, students at Prairie View A&M ...
A recent graduate of Evergreen Goodwill’s Barista Entrepreneurship Training Program will showcase her new cold brew and ...