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Published on June 20, 2024
A government program gave formerly enslaved people land after the Civil War, only to take nearly all of it back a year and a half later. We used artificial intelligence to track down the people, places and stories that had long been misunderstood and forgotten, then asked their descendants about what’s owed now.

A government program gave formerly enslaved people land after the Civil War, only to take nearly all of it back a year and a half …

Published on June 20, 2024
Willie Mays takes a batting practice swing on June 24, 1954, in New York. The outfielder, who was considered baseball’s greatest living player, died on Tuesday.

Willie Mays takes a batting practice swing on June 24, 1954, in New York. The outfielder, who was considered baseball’s greatest living player, died on …

Published on June 20, 2024

Published on June 20, 2024

Published on June 20, 2024
Bishop William Barber II, co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign and founder of Repairers of the Breach, preaches June 9 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Richmond for its Sunday service.

Bishop William Barber II, co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign and founder of Repairers of the Breach, preaches June 9 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in …

Published on June 20, 2024
Frederick Richards, a Boston native, has earned the nickname “Fearless Fred.”

Frederick Richards, a Boston native, has earned the nickname “Fearless Fred.”

Published on June 20, 2024

Published on June 20, 2024
Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Ala., is the country’s oldest baseball stadium.

Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Ala., is the country’s oldest baseball stadium.

Published on June 20, 2024
Barry Bonds

Barry Bonds

Published on June 20, 2024
Siblings R.C. Brown, left, Annie Brown Caldwell, center, and Edward Brown, original members of the Staples Jr. Singers, gather for a group photo May 20 at Johnson Chapel Holiness Church in Aberdeen, Miss.

Siblings R.C. Brown, left, Annie Brown Caldwell, center, and Edward Brown, original members of the Staples Jr. Singers, gather for a group photo May 20 …

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Department of Public Works’ crew chief, Anthony Jones, 35, creates a crosswalk in Scott’s Addition on Monday, June 17. It’s important for Jones and others who work outside to stay hydrated this week as temperatures soar into the 90s.

Department of Public Works’ crew chief, Anthony Jones, 35, creates a crosswalk in Scott’s Addition on Monday, June 17. It’s important for Jones and others …

Published on June 20, 2024
Youngkin

Youngkin

Published on June 20, 2024
Brainstorm Brewhouse is a partnership with CM Bryant, left, Darryl Puller and Black Heath Meadery’s Bill Cavender. The venture is set to open sometime next month.

Brainstorm Brewhouse is a partnership with CM Bryant, left, Darryl Puller and Black Heath Meadery’s Bill Cavender. The venture is set to open sometime next …

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Evans-Oliver

Evans-Oliver

Published on June 20, 2024

Published on June 20, 2024
“Non-Violence” (The Knotted Gun) statue by Carl Fredrik Reutersward at the United Nations headquarters in New York.

“Non-Violence” (The Knotted Gun) statue by Carl Fredrik Reutersward at the United Nations headquarters in New York.

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William Dillon

William Dillon

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Gideon Smith

Gideon Smith

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Will Archer

Will Archer

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Paul Pressler in a 2015 video.

Paul Pressler in a 2015 video.

Published on June 20, 2024
More than 20,000 people attended the city’s Jubilation in June events, according to a spokesperson for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Above, local faves Legacy Band gets the party people on their feet at Dogwood Dell on June 14.

More than 20,000 people attended the city’s Jubilation in June events, according to a spokesperson for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Above, local faves …

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Kaila Valdez of Legacy Band sings with passion as the city gathered for the celebration of freedom.

Kaila Valdez of Legacy Band sings with passion as the city gathered for the celebration of freedom.

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Deborah Walker takes a photograph of The Henrico PAL Dance Team near the Juneteenth sign at Henrico's annual Juneteenth celebration June 15 in Dorey Park.

Deborah Walker takes a photograph of The Henrico PAL Dance Team near the Juneteenth sign at Henrico's annual Juneteenth celebration June 15 in Dorey Park.

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Hope Alive from Speaking Spirits Ministries performs at the celebration.

Hope Alive from Speaking Spirits Ministries performs at the celebration.

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R&B singer Raheem Devaughn joined in the final performance of Grammy-nominated rapper Mad Skillz along with several hip-hop artists June 16 at Dogwood Dell.

R&B singer Raheem Devaughn joined in the final performance of Grammy-nominated rapper Mad Skillz along with several hip-hop artists June 16 at Dogwood Dell.

Published on June 20, 2024
R&B singer Raheem Devaughn joined in the final performance of Grammy-nominated rapper Mad Skillz along with several hip-hop artists June 16 at Dogwood Dell.

R&B singer Raheem Devaughn joined in the final performance of Grammy-nominated rapper Mad Skillz along with several hip-hop artists June 16 at Dogwood Dell.

Published on June 20, 2024
Niesha Henderson raises her cell phone light with the rest of the crowd.

Niesha Henderson raises her cell phone light with the rest of the crowd.

Published on June 20, 2024
Seshat Kara of Seven Stones Crystals with Jorden Larry, Kristisnna Phillips and Austin Larry during Henrico County’s annual Juneteenth celebration June 15 in Dorey Park.

Seshat Kara of Seven Stones Crystals with Jorden Larry, Kristisnna Phillips and Austin Larry during Henrico County’s annual Juneteenth celebration June 15 in Dorey Park.

Published on June 20, 2024
Vincas in the Museum District

Vincas in the Museum District

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Stylish 4-year-old Charleigh Clarke plays with ribbons June 15 before the fun begins at Henrico County’s annual Juneteenth celebration in Dorey Park.

Stylish 4-year-old Charleigh Clarke plays with ribbons June 15 before the fun begins at Henrico County’s annual Juneteenth celebration in Dorey Park.

Published on June 20, 2024
Malisha ‘Cat’ Todd, left, sings with fellow members of Tim Mallory and Leviticus during Virginia Union University’s Hezekiah Walker Center for Gospel Music’s Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 15.

Malisha ‘Cat’ Todd, left, sings with fellow members of Tim Mallory and Leviticus during Virginia Union University’s Hezekiah Walker Center for Gospel Music’s Juneteenth celebration …

Published on June 20, 2024