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Massachusetts communities celebrate Juneteenth
Multiple cities and towns across Massachusetts held events commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people -
Mingo Beach: This Beverly beach was named after an enslaved Black Man. Now locals are trying to highlight its history
BEVERLY, Mass. (AP) — An enslaved Black man, the tall tale he inspired and the beach that now bears his name are the focus of new efforts to recognize the… -
Juneteenth is a jubilant celebration — and a sacred lament
On Sunday, churchgoers will commemorate and celebrate Juneteenth during their worship services. Throughout the day there will be colorful parades,… -
The 24th Roxbury Film Festival celebrates films by, for and about people of color
RoxFilm's schedule is packed with 80 films this year, ranging from documentaries to animation. -
How Juneteenth is commemorated across the Commonwealth
Nearly every state in the country now recognizes the holiday. -
Black baseball players struggled long after Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier
It's often said that Jackie Robinson opened the door for Black baseball players to enter the majors. But that was just the FIRST door. Turns out, a lot of… -
Granddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr. kicks off Boston festival ahead of Juneteenth holiday
Yolanda Renee King, the sole grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, addressed attendees of the weeklong Embrace Ideas Festival -
Why U.S. Attorney Rachael Rollins launched a probe into racism allegations in Everett
The probe comes in the wake of protests and demonstrations against racism and discrimination in the city. -
Native American leaders call for Harvard to return human remains
Leaked report says remains of thousands of Indigenous people in university’s museum collection -
ICA Boston puts ‘the beauty of Black culture’ on full display
'Napoleon Jones-Henderson: I Am As I Am—A Man' shows off his decades-long career in Boston, where he creates African-inspired mixed media pieces.
