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Juneteenth Is Now A Federal Holiday

Updated June 17, 2021 at 4:28 PM ET President Biden on Thursday signed a bill to recognize Juneteenth — the celebration to commemorate the end of chattel slavery in the United States — as a federal holiday. Federal employees will observe the holiday for the first time on Friday . "Throughout history, Juneteenth has been known by many names: Jubilee Day, Freedom Day, Liberation Day, Emancipation Day, and today, a national holiday," said Vice President Harris, who is the first woman, Asian...

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"Alma Mater"

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 17, 2021

It's here! The long-awaited Alabama A&M University inspired brew "Alma Mater" is here and on sale. The name "Alma Mater" was named by a group of MBA students. It will be available purchase on tap and can by 6-pack, crowlers, or growlers.

More information regarding additional sale locations will be revealed as it becomes available.

YO! Just Checkin In - Juhmal

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 17, 2021

On this edition of WJAB's " Yo! Just Checkin In" host Marcus Sims speaks with R&B singer Juhmal. Juhmal is a Montgomery native and current AAMU student getting national attention for his singles "Tired of love" and "Beg for it."

Click here to watch and listen

YO! Just Checkin In - Spinships

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 9, 2021

On the latest edition of WJAB's " Yo! Just Checkin In" host Marcus Sims speaks with Marquez McClinton and Michael Cummings of Spinships!Spinships takes a unique approach to music mixing spoken word, hip hop and acoustic elements. This Tennessee Valley duo recently released their first project via bandcamp. Click here for more.

YO! Just Checkin In - Toya Poplar

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 1, 2021

On this edition of WJAB's "Yo! Just Checkin In" host Marcus Sims speaks with a Tennesse Valley author, connection coach and CEO of Poplar Art productions, Toya Poplar. She also recently released her book " Black Pearls" which gives advice for married couples, engaged couples or those considering marriage.

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AAMU Welcome Center Groundbreaking Ceremony

By Latoyia Clemons • May 24, 2021

AAMU Facebook - Groundbreaking for ‘The New Front Porch of Alabama A&M University’

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Governor Ivey Proclaims Juneteenth An Alabama State Holiday

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 17, 2021

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday, June 18, 2021 will be a state Holiday commemorating Juneteenth.

Governor Ivey issued a proclamation after the signing of abill by President Biden making Juneteenth a federal holiday. State offices will be closed with the exception of certain areas with essential personnel needed to maintain those areas. Those who have to work on June 18, 2021 should have a day off as soon as possible.

Concerts In The Park 2021

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 16, 2021

Arts Huntsville and the City of Huntsville Department of Parks & Recreation welcome back its in-person summer concert series to Huntsville’s Big Spring Park every Monday night starting June 7th through August 9th!

Concerts in the Park will be held at the Huntsville Museum of Art’s outdoor stage in Big Spring International Park.. The concerts are FREE to the public, and local food trucks and vendors will be onsite, offering a diverse rray of local tastes.

Click here for schedule.

Juneteenth 2021 Events

By Latoyia Clemons • Jun 10, 2021

2021 Old School Festival

By Latoyia Clemons • May 17, 2021

You must have ticket to enter.

visit oldschoolandbluesfestival.com for more information

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President Biden's Dog Champ Dies

By Elena Moore • 6 hours ago

Updated June 19, 2021 at 1:05 PM ET

Champ Biden, one of two German shepherds belonging to President Biden and his family has died, the president and first lady Jill Biden announced late Saturday morning. He was 13 years old.

"Our hearts are heavy today," Biden and first lady Jill Biden wrote in a statement, adding that the dog had died at their home.

The Bidens were at their home in Delaware.

Revisiting Two Cities At The Front Line Of The War On Drugs

By Brian Mann • 7 hours ago

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This week marks the 50th anniversary of the war on drugs. And today, we'll visit two communities that found themselves on the frontlines. Huntington, W.V., and Brownsville, N.Y., were hit hard by drug addiction. They're also places where people say drug war policies left deep scars. NPR addiction correspondent Brian Mann reports.

A U.S. Student Who Went Missing In Russia Is Found Dead

By Lucian Kim • 7 hours ago

MOSCOW — Catherine Serou, a 34-year-old U.S. citizen studying in Russia, has been found dead after she went missing on Tuesday, Russia's Investigative Committee said in a statement.

A man in his early 40s with past convictions, has been arrested and is cooperating with investigators, the committee said. His name was not released.

In New York City, A Juneteenth Event Examines The Meaning Of Freedom

By Jeff Lunden • 7 hours ago

The U.S. Congress this week established Juneteenth, a commemoration observed in communities and cities across the country for more than 150 years to mark the day slaves in Texas were informed of their freedom, as an officially recognized federal holiday. Celebrations being held all over the country on June 19 likely will assume an added sense of occasion.

Dad Draws On Maori Roots To Raise 3 Resilient Sons. Step 1: Send Them On A Milk Run

By Michaeleen Doucleff • 8 hours ago

When it comes to raising resilient children, Jeff Nelligan knows more than a thing or two. He's raised three sons, dripping with hustle and composure. One of them is a senior at West Point, another graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and the third from Williams College, where he played lacrosse. "I've raised three bad asses," Nelligan says bluntly (as he does often). "I hate to say it that way, but these kids have the ability to get over adversity, and that's resilience."

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