Juneteenth

Hundreds of North Texans took part in Opal’s Walk for Freedom on Juneteenth. Those who showed up for the 2.5 mile walk representing the 2.5 years it took for news of freedom to reach slaves in Texas, explain why it’s important to show up.

Some 2,000 people took to the streets of Fort Worth’s cultural district on Juneteenth for Opal’s Walk for Freedom. NBC 5, Telemundo 39 and Unity Unlimited, Inc. provided live coverage of the event on June 19, 2025.

Those who showed up for the 2.5 mile walk representing the 2.5 years it took for news of freedom to reach slaves in Texas, explain its importance.

Dozens took part in Opal’s Walk for Freedom this morning in honor of Juneteenth. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.

Dozens will take part in Opal’s Walk for Freedom this morning in honor of Juneteenth, but Miss Opal will not be leading it for the first time ever. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has what you need to know. 

This year’s 2.5-mile scenic walk to celebrate Juneteenth is through Fort Worth will stream on-air, online and on streaming platforms.

Former president Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist Episcopal church in Galveston.

Get ready to walk for something powerful at Opal’s Walk for Freedom. JuneteenthStrong.com

Celebrate 160 year of Juneteenth at the Juneteenth Fashion Experience at Legacy West in Plano. LegacyFoodHall.com/Events

Here’s what to know about the federal holiday and what it mean for U.S. workers on June 19 this year.

This year will be the first Juneteenth under the second Trump administration, which has banned DEI initiatives including Black history content.

Juneteenth is not just a day off of school and work — it’s a holiday with profound historical significance.

The origin of the Juneteenth celebrations marking the end of slavery in the U.S. goes back to an order issued as Union troops arrived in Texas at the end of the Civil War.

People who never gave the June 19 holiday more than a passing thought may be asking themselves, is there a “right” way to celebrate Juneteenth?

Miss JuneteenthDFW is helping young women enhance their self-esteem while providing scholarship opportunities.

Celebrate Juneteenth with NBC 5, Telemundo 39, Unity Unlimited, Inc., and Dr. Opal Lee on Thursday, June 19, at Opal’s Walk for Freedom.

Discussing Opal’s Walk For Freedom taking place on Thursday, June 19 with Dione Sims and Addison Mouser. Sign up today!

Fort Worth City Council approves land for currently housing Southside Convention Center for National Juneteenth Museum.

A new vision for the National Juneteenth Museum could soon take shape in Fort Worth’s Historic Southside. NBC 5 gets an exclusive look at the plans ahead of a key City Council vote.