Juneteenth 2022 falls on Father's Day, holding special significance for Black fathers
The new national holiday recognizes when the emancipation proclamation was brought to Texas, marking the end of slavery. This year the holiday also falls on fathers day. FOX 26?s Chelsea Edwards shares the special meaning of both for Black fathers in the Houston area.
The new national holiday recognizes when the emancipation proclamation was brought to Texas, marking the end of slavery. This year the holiday also falls on fathers day. FOX 26?s Chelsea Edwards shares the special meaning of both for Black fathers in the Houston area.
Mayor Turner hosts 9th annual Juneteenth Parade held in Acres Homes
Juneteenth celebrations kicked off Saturday morning at the Acres Homes Multi-Service Center, where Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is hosting the 9th annual Acres Homes Juneteenth Parade. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards has the story.
Juneteenth celebrations kicked off Saturday morning at the Acres Homes Multi-Service Center, where Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is hosting the 9th annual Acres Homes Juneteenth Parade. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards has the story.
Juneteenth: The significance of the holiday and why it's celebrated and commemorated
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
“The holiday is important to reflect on freedom and reflect on who we are as a nation and who we want to be as a nation,” a museum curator explains.
Juneteenth Celebration kicks off at Emancipation Park, commemorates 150th anniversary
Houston's Emancipation Park hosted a two-day major two-day Juneteenth celebration to commemorate its 150-year anniversary.
Houston's Emancipation Park hosted a two-day major two-day Juneteenth celebration to commemorate its 150-year anniversary.
Emancipation Park receives $100,000 grant at Juneteenth celebration from Baker Hughes
Empancipation Park receives $100,000 grant at Juneteenth celebration from Baker Hughes
Empancipation Park receives $100,000 grant at Juneteenth celebration from Baker Hughes
Hidden history: What happened after freedom came to slaves in June 1865
We're learning more about what happened after freedom came to slaves in June of 1865 and the land made available to freedmen that continues to be owned by descendants. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires takes us on a tour of hidden history.
We're learning more about what happened after freedom came to slaves in June of 1865 and the land made available to freedmen that continues to be owned by descendants. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires takes us on a tour of hidden history.
'And still we rise,' new Juneteenth exhibit opening this weekend in Galveston
A new interactive exhibit will open Sunday in the Carriage House of the 1859 Ashton Villa, offering a historic look at the origins of the holiday FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires gives us a preview.
A new interactive exhibit will open Sunday in the Carriage House of the 1859 Ashton Villa, offering a historic look at the origins of the holiday FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires gives us a preview.
United Airlines hosts 'Freedom Flight' for disadvantaged children to celebrate Juneteenth
For the airline’s "Freedom Flight," United flew the high school students around Texas for about 90 minutes to celebrate Juneteenth. For many of the children, it was their first time ever being on an airplane.
For the airline’s "Freedom Flight," United flew the high school students around Texas for about 90 minutes to celebrate Juneteenth. For many of the children, it was their first time ever being on an airplane.
Celebrating Father's Day: What makes dad irreplaceable
Dads are irreplaceable in the lives of their children. In a world where the challenges of raising children continue to climb, psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini shares four assets engaged dads provide to their children, constituting their strong influence.
Dads are irreplaceable in the lives of their children. In a world where the challenges of raising children continue to climb, psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini shares four assets engaged dads provide to their children, constituting their strong influence.
Juneteenth 2022 celebrations underway in Houston
Juneteenth is an opportunity to celebrate freedom! Organizations, communities and institutions around the city have joined forces to fill up your calendar all month long.
Juneteenth is an opportunity to celebrate freedom! Organizations, communities and institutions around the city have joined forces to fill up your calendar all month long.
Houston's Freedom Over Texas 2022: Concerts, fireworks & tickets
Houston’s annual Fourth of July celebration Freedom Over Texas returns as an in-person event with concerts by Clay Walker and many more. The event concludes with a fireworks show.
Houston’s annual Fourth of July celebration Freedom Over Texas returns as an in-person event with concerts by Clay Walker and many more. The event concludes with a fireworks show.
Memorial Day 2022: Here's a look at what's open and closed
Are banks open today? The U.S. federal holiday means some government services are closed, while many grocery stores remain open.
Are banks open today? The U.S. federal holiday means some government services are closed, while many grocery stores remain open.
Thousands of flight cancellations pile up on Memorial Day weekend
More than 5,000 flights were canceled over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
More than 5,000 flights were canceled over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops
Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.
Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.
Houston area law enforcement warn consequences for 'Boating While Intoxicated'
Going out to the beach this weekend? Law enforcement has some boating safety tips for the upcoming holiday weekend.
Going out to the beach this weekend? Law enforcement has some boating safety tips for the upcoming holiday weekend.
Airbnb expands anti-party restrictions to include Memorial Day weekend
Airbnb is reinstating its anti-party measures for the July 4th weekend and will be expanding them to include Memorial Day weekend for the first time.
Airbnb is reinstating its anti-party measures for the July 4th weekend and will be expanding them to include Memorial Day weekend for the first time.
Cinco de Mayo: What you should know about the famous unofficial holiday
It's not a major holiday in many parts of Mexico, but it is marked by celebrations across the United States. Here's what you should know about the history (as well as some misconceptions) about Cinco de Mayo.
It's not a major holiday in many parts of Mexico, but it is marked by celebrations across the United States. Here's what you should know about the history (as well as some misconceptions) about Cinco de Mayo.
Free sober ride home: Law firm reimbursing Houston fares on Cinco de Mayo
A Houston law firm is reimbursing Uber, Lyft and cab rides to get you home safely on Cinco de Mayo. Here's how to qualify.
A Houston law firm is reimbursing Uber, Lyft and cab rides to get you home safely on Cinco de Mayo. Here's how to qualify.
Moms want your time, not money, this Mother’s Day, survey says
Most moms are expecting their loved ones to spend not one penny on a gift this Mother’s Day. But some people say they will even go into debt for their gifts.
Most moms are expecting their loved ones to spend not one penny on a gift this Mother’s Day. But some people say they will even go into debt for their gifts.
2022 Military Appreciation Month deals and discounts
May is National Military Appreciation Month, and many businesses are offering deals or discounts as a way to say thank you to all U.S. service members.
May is National Military Appreciation Month, and many businesses are offering deals or discounts as a way to say thank you to all U.S. service members.