Juneteenth 2023: More than half of states recognizing it as official public holiday
At least 28 U.S. states are legally recognizing Juneteenth as a public holiday this year — meaning state government offices are closed and state workers have a paid day off.
At least 28 U.S. states are legally recognizing Juneteenth as a public holiday this year — meaning state government offices are closed and state workers have a paid day off.
Black-owned businesses to support in honor of Juneteenth
Audarshia Townsend from Food & Beverage Insider breaks down some of her favorite goodies from Black-owned businesses in honor of Juneteenth.
Audarshia Townsend from Food & Beverage Insider breaks down some of her favorite goodies from Black-owned businesses in honor of Juneteenth.
What is Juneteenth? The history of the newest federal holiday and how to celebrate
Here's how the Juneteenth came to be and how you can mark the occasion.
Here's how the Juneteenth came to be and how you can mark the occasion.
Father's Day in Hollywood: Kids who have joined their dads in blockbuster movies and hit TV shows
Tom Hanks, Chris Hemsworth and Clint Eastwood have all appeared in films with their children.
Tom Hanks, Chris Hemsworth and Clint Eastwood have all appeared in films with their children.
Ultimate Father’s Day gift: Son donates kidney to save his dad’s life
Jonathan Calixto, 30, said he "never hesitated" to give his dad "another chance at life."
Jonathan Calixto, 30, said he "never hesitated" to give his dad "another chance at life."
Father's Day 2023: What to know about the holiday and how it started
Father's Day founder Sonora Smart Dodd was raised by her dad after her mother died in childbirth in 1898.
Father's Day founder Sonora Smart Dodd was raised by her dad after her mother died in childbirth in 1898.
Juneteenth 2023: What’s open and closed on Monday for the federal holiday
With Juneteenth now recognized as a federal holiday, many offices and businesses will be closed. Here's a look at the list.
With Juneteenth now recognized as a federal holiday, many offices and businesses will be closed. Here's a look at the list.
Chicago area offers number of weekend events, festivals to kickstart summer fun
The weekend is finally here, and that means there are a lot of events and activities all around the Chicago area.
The weekend is finally here, and that means there are a lot of events and activities all around the Chicago area.
Broadview prepares for Juneteenth celebrations
Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson talks about what they are doing to celebrate Juneteenth and the importance of the community coming together to honor the historic event.
Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson talks about what they are doing to celebrate Juneteenth and the importance of the community coming together to honor the historic event.
1,000 families in Aurora receive free groceries in honor of Juneteenth
Aurora communications officer Clayton Muhammad talks about their grocery giveaway and the importance of celebrating Juneteenth with other community members.
Aurora communications officer Clayton Muhammad talks about their grocery giveaway and the importance of celebrating Juneteenth with other community members.
Treat your dad at Father's Day Fest this weekend at the Volo Museum
Jim Wojdyla from Volo Museum talks about their Father's Day Fest taking place Saturday and Sunday for a weekend of fun.
Jim Wojdyla from Volo Museum talks about their Father's Day Fest taking place Saturday and Sunday for a weekend of fun.
Chicago-area kicks off Juneteenth celebrations this weekend
City council members and other community leaders on Thursday announced their activities for Juneteenth, which honors the end of slavery.
City council members and other community leaders on Thursday announced their activities for Juneteenth, which honors the end of slavery.
Chicago Juneteenth celebration activities announced
Community leaders announce scholarships for students in underserved communities on the West and South Sides of Chicago in honor of Juneteenth.
Community leaders announce scholarships for students in underserved communities on the West and South Sides of Chicago in honor of Juneteenth.
Winnetka boy scout retires nearly 300 flags
A Winnetka boy scout went above and beyond to mark this Flag Day.
A Winnetka boy scout went above and beyond to mark this Flag Day.
Noah's Ark Water Park in Wisconsin Dells to host 'Father's Day Flop' event for dads
If you're looking to celebrate Father's Day in a unique way, you may want to head up to the Wisconsin Dells.
If you're looking to celebrate Father's Day in a unique way, you may want to head up to the Wisconsin Dells.
Aurora Police Department unveils Juneteenth squad car
Events celebrating the upcoming Juneteenth holiday have begun.
Events celebrating the upcoming Juneteenth holiday have begun.
Aurora Police Department unveils Juneteenth squad car
Events celebrating the upcoming Juneteenth holiday have begun.
Events celebrating the upcoming Juneteenth holiday have begun.
Highland Park releases Fourth of July events for 2023, one year after mass shooting
It is just three weeks away from the anniversary of the Independence Day shooting that killed seven and hurt dozens of others in Highland Park.
It is just three weeks away from the anniversary of the Independence Day shooting that killed seven and hurt dozens of others in Highland Park.
Last-minute Father's Day gift ideas
FOX consumer reporter Steve Noviello dishes out great gift ideas for dads ahead of Father's Day weekend.
FOX consumer reporter Steve Noviello dishes out great gift ideas for dads ahead of Father's Day weekend.
'Terror Roulette': New interactive horror experience coming to Chicago area for Halloween season
Terror Roulette is an adrenaline-fueled, horror-filled adventure, combining “heart-pounding challenges” with a dynamically evolving narrative.
Terror Roulette is an adrenaline-fueled, horror-filled adventure, combining “heart-pounding challenges” with a dynamically evolving narrative.