Juneteenth, which takes place June 19 each year, is the name for the date in 1865 when Union soldiers freed the remaining slaves in Texas, enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation.

Most of us are aware of Juneteenth, in that it exists, but there is so much history to know about the celebration.

News 6 will be hosting the Real Talk: A Candid Conversation on What's Changed town hall on June 15 from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.

It’s an occasion that’s recognized in most states and the District of Columbia, but it’s not as of yet a federal holiday.

Meet the panel of experts who will be sharing their knowledge during the Real Talk: A Candid Conversation on What's Changed town hall on June 15.

As Orlando observes Juneteenth city leaders are working to empower Black-business owners by hosting a week’s worth of events and business owners say they hope more exposure will inspire others.

Did you realize that Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States?

Juneteenth, the holiday celebrating the day in 1865 that all enslaved Black people learned they had been freed, is often celebrated by families across the nation -- with events including cookouts, parades or community festivals.

Central Florida is full of wonderful and delicious restaurants that offer food and experiences from many different cultures.

The death of George Floyd, a black man whose final moments were spent with a white officer’s knee pinned to his neck, has sparked oftentimes uncomfortable but much-needed conversations about race relations in our country.

The cry for change and the demand for answers has been loud and clear since George Floyd’s death late last month that ignited protests across the country.

On June 19, 2019, Central Florida author Agnes Gomillion was relaxing in her hotel room after her book release party for The Record Keeper. When she logged onto Twitter, she had a private message.

As many Americans reflect upon the nation’s past and hope to enact change for a better future, pushing against continued systemic inequalities, Florida finds itself upon the near 100-year mark of an event that would shape the experience for many Black Americans in the state for years to come.

10 places where you can learn more about black history in the Central Florida community

It's been 155 years since the last group of slaves in one of the confederate states got word that they were free men and women. June 19, 1865, marks the official end to slavery in the U.S. also known as Juneteenth.

Miles Mulrain said the fight toward freedom for black people is far from over.

State Sen. Randolph Bracy wants Juneteenth to be a holiday in Florida.

This Friday is June 19 also known as Juneteenth, the date that signifies the end of slavery in America. It’s also known as “Freedom Day” or “Black Independence Day.”

In response to the recent protests surrounding the death of George Floyd, The Florida Police Chiefs Association has announced a new subcommittee dedicated to the topic of law enforcement accountability and two local police chiefs will be among the members.

On Election Day a century ago, a white mob swept through a tiny Florida citrus town.

An Apopka teen is organizing a peaceful protest on Juneteenth, saying it's an important day in U.S. history and especially during this time in the nation.

The Atlanta officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks in the back after the fleeing man pointed a stun gun in his direction is going to be charged.

A Florida protester whose bruised, bloody face made national news after she was shot with a rubber bullet by police says she wants to meet with police to talk about reform.

George Floyd’s death has impacted the country and the world. The video showing the Minneapolis officer kneeling on Floyd’s neck until he stopped breathing is heartbreaking to watch, especially for African American officers who are called to serve and protect.

Duty to intervene policies require deputies to step in if another law enforcement officer is using excessive us of force.

Most sheriff's offices in Central Florida say they don't use utilize the practice.

Trayvon Martin's mother joined hundreds of demonstrators at a rally in downtown Miami, demanding racial equality following the death of George Floyd last month at the hands of a white police officer.

A wave of police killings of young black men in 2014 prompted 24 states to quickly pass some type of law enforcement reform, but many declined to address the most glaring issue: police use of force.