Historic house in Germantown celebrates Juneteenth with Art for Justice exhibit
The exhibit at the Johnson House Historic Site features work from currently and formerly incarcerated people.
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The exhibit at the Johnson House Historic Site features work from currently and formerly incarcerated people.
The African American Museum in Philadelphia organizers hosted a Juneteenth Block Party Wednesday. People at the block party said this federal holiday honors freedom for all Americans.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. It was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
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The Center for Social Advocacy, based at the Johnson House Historic Site in Philadelphia, is displaying work from Art for Justice, an organization that creates exhibits out of images from currently or previously incarcerated people.
A street along the north part of the Gayborood now bears the name of a prominent activist for the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, particularly in the Black community. Eva Andersen reports more about the renaming of Michael Hinson Way and why organizers said it was especially meaningful to share his story on Juneteenth.
As we continue to mark Juneteenth, we hear from “the grandmother of Juneteenth,” Opal Lee. The 97-year-old retired Texas teacher led the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. She led the annual Juneteenth walk in Dallas on Wednesday.
There are Juneteenth events underway and coming up across the Philadelphia area. Here's a quick runthrough of what to do for the holiday and how it's been observed already.
June 19th marks the third consecutive year as a federally recognized United States holiday. Some services and stores may be closed today to commemorate it.
Juneteenth became federally recognized in the U.S. in 2021, but the origins of the holiday and its name date back more than 150 years.
Juneteenth has been celebrated since 1866 and officially became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021. Here are some events throughout the Philadelphia region to celebrate and learn more about the holiday.
The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival, celebrating unity and culture, was led by Mayor Cherelle Parker Sunday down South 52nd Street.
Mayor Cherelle Parker led the Juneteenth parade in West Philadelphia. Neighbors said the celebration represents solidarity, freedom and hope.
People from all walks of life came together on Germantown Avenue Saturday for the 18th annual Juneteenth Festival.
The community came together to celebrate Juneteenth early at the historic Johnson House in Germantown.
Staff at the Johnson House Historic Site in Philadelphia say the Juneteenth Festival is a place to play and to interact and learn about history of the holiday. Ross DiMattei was live all morning hearing about the festival.
The Philadelphia police highway patrol unit will assist "mobile surge units" as the city tries to have more police officers on the street on weekend nights. Meanwhile there are events all around the city to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday that falls on June 19.
There's no need to get FOMO if you're not going to the shore this weekend because the Philadelphia region will be bumping with events and festivals you won't want to miss.
Decades before Juneteenth, free Black Americans thrived in the South Jersey community of Timbuctoo. Meet the native son trying to preserve its history.
Formerly enslaved people were free in Timbuctoo, New Jersey 60 years before Juneteenth - the national holiday marking Union troops' arrival in Texas to carry out the Emancipation Proclamation. Tucked in Westampton, Burlington County, the site includes gravestones of Black soldiers who fought in the Civil War. Wakisha Bailey reports.
The Philadelphia area is abuzz this weekend with festivals and concerts you won't want to miss. Here's a list of events and festivities going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
The flag raising at city hall marked the beginning of several events throughout the city for Juneteenth.
Some of the artwork students created to help in the teaching of the holiday were proudly displayed.
Organizers say events like Juneteenth are important in creating a stronger and more unified community.
Residents of all backgrounds came to celebrate Freedom Day.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
Winds pick up Wednesday night as a strengthening storm approaches the Delaware Valley from the west, which will kick off a huge change in our weather pattern.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
The panel expressed concern about traffic causing issues for people getting to Jefferson Hospital, which would be near the Sixers' new arena.
Murals now on display in Center City Philadelphia are helping bring healing to families who have lost loved ones to violence.
Questions remain about how a middle school student was able to bring a kitchen knife into school and stab two educators.
Pennsylvania's high court says Philadelphia can't impose stricter firearms regulations than are authorized under state law.
The rainfall expected to hit South Jersey is a welcome relief as wildfires rage and water storage levels drop.
A 13-year-old born with arthrogryposis is receiving treatment at the Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey in Camden.
A second teenager was charged with arson for their role in sparking a wildfire in Evesham, New Jersey, that burned 52 acres.
The New Jersey Department of Health says it found multiple violations at Medford Care Center. The owner disputes those allegations.
Denise Hall, 65, of Gloucester Township, will run her 100th half marathon this Saturday as part of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
Zack Wheeler finished second in voting for the NL Cy Young Award, which was won by Chris Sale of the Braves on Wednesday night.
The 74-year-old comedian was badly injured.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service is coming to the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
SEPTA and two unions representing its workers have reached a tentative labor agreement that, if ratified, would avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata and Brandon Graham were at Chickie's and Pete's in South Philly to raise for veterans as a part of the Salute to Service Initiative.
The tragic incident in West Oak Lane left a couple in their 70s and a suspected shooter dead, according to police.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert because of heavy rain and gusty winds moving in overnight. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast, including when parts of the region could see some snow.
Ahead of Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, a runner who survived cancer is talking to the community about the importance of screenings and early detection.