Juneteenth

Chicago mayor ridiculed for touting trans violence ‘state of emergency’ amid murder-plagued Juneteenth weekend

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Trump slams Illinois governor over Chicago crime President Donald Trump slams Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker after a violent Chicago weekend saw dozens of people shot and several killed. Trump, offering federal help, questions why Pritzker refuses assistance. The Community Roundtable director Cata Truss strongly urges both the mayor and governor to accept federal intervention. NEWYou … Read more

Chicago’s deadly Juneteenth weekend leaves 7 dead as Trump shames Dem gov for inaction

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AG Blanche slams Pritzker for refusing help as Chicago crime surges Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche criticizes Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker for declining federal assistance to combat soaring Chicago gun violence, despite 37 shootings occurring in a span of two days. Blanche details significant crime reductions in Washington, D.C. after federal intervention. He also highlights … Read more

What’s open and closed on Juneteenth 2026? Find out if banks, USPS and stores are operating.

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Many Americans will have the day off on Friday, June 19, to celebrate Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. While most stores will remain open, some services will be unavailable. The stock market and most banks will be closed on Friday. While many stores will remain open, make sure to check local … Read more