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The History of Juneteenth

Amid nationwide protests to end racial injustice in America, more people are aware of Juneteenth than ever. The holiday is mostly observed in Southern states. It marks the day that slaves in Texas learned they were free. News4’s Meagan Fiztgerald has a closer look at the history of Juneteenth.

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