The name, from the 19th Century, is a portmanteau of “June” and “nineteenth,” celebrated on June 19. It refers to that day in 1865 when Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas to ...

Continuing to read and learn. Enjoying the many beautiful parts of my adopted state. Participating when possible in the ...

President’s message about anti-ICE demonstrations in Los Angeles harkens back to George Floyd protest remark that was condemned for its dark history ...

Juneteenth celebration in Madison recognizes liberation and resilience during the holiday's 160th anniversary of freedom.

From standing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C., where Martin Luther King Jr. declared “I Have a Dream” ...

These meaningful quotes serve as a heartfelt tribute to the courage and legacy of those who served our country ...

Ahead of the 20th anniversary of Anthony Walker's murder, the ECHO was invited to spend an afternoon with the foundation's ...

A review of 'Orwell: 2 + 2 = 5," Raoul Peck's documentary about the writing of 1984 and how Orwell's ideas apply to Trump and modern fascism.

Greenfield Village is set to welcome visitors for a new season, showcasing an exciting ... purchase in 40 years and pays tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a family that played a ...

Here are seven of Martin Luther King Jr.’s most powerful quotes, revealing both the heart ... “A nation that continues year after year to spend more money on military defense than on programs ...

During her decades-long career, Jennifer McLogan has been recognized for her coverage of breaking news and live reporting on major stories. NEW YORK — Organizations across the New York City ...