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

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings presented a proclamation last week to celebrate Juneteenth here in Orange County.

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

A bookstore owner who said she reads a book a day is helping to give away more than a thousand books for free this weekend in honor of Juneteenth.

The Black Wall Street Juneteenth block party is one of several weekend celebrations to honor the holiday. The event was named in remembrance of the victims of the 1921 Tulsa riots massacre where white mobs burned down an affluent black neighborhood.

The Black Wall Street Juneteenth block party is one of several weekend celebrations to honor the holiday. The event was named in remembrance of the victims of the 1921 Tulsa riots massacre where white mobs burned down an affluent black neighborhood.

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Herman Cole has led a life of service that brought him here to Central Florida

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.

The Dr. Phillips Center is featuring six months worth of showcases and performances highlighting African American artists.

Black Theatre Girl Magic is hosting two Juneteenth events in Central Florida on June 19 in an effort to commemorate the holiday.

Juneteenth 407 Weekend celebrates the holiday and is set to begin its celebration with a citywide scavenger hunt to support Central Florida Black-owned businesses.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings hosted a celebration Thursday evening for the upcoming Juneteenth holiday, which seeks to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.

Cities in Central Florida are celebrating Juneteenth by hosting performances, block parties, festivals and more.

Backlash over ice cream.

The Black Wall Street Festival isn’t new to Wall Street in downtown Orlando, but it’s the first year it’s being held as a nationally recognized holiday.

Central Florida celebrates Juneteenth

"We are having our event and saving Black lives from COVID on Juneteenth,” Baker said.

The Wells'Built Museum of African American History and Culture hosted a Juneteenth celebration Friday.

Mark your calendars: Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is set for Saturday.

With Juneteenth approaching, there are several events planned in the Orlando area to remember and recognize the end of slavery in America.

Juneteenth is coming up, this weekend in fact -- and for those who might be unfamiliar, the holiday commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.

President Joe Biden has signed legislation Thursday establishing a new federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery, saying he believes it will go down as one of the greatest honors he has as president.

While many Americans have a vast array of knowledge about Juneteenth, others don’t know as much about the holiday and the history behind it.

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.