Are stores open on Juneteenth? Holiday hours for Walmart, Costco, stock markets, banks, and more (opens in new tab)

Juneteenth—the newest federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States—may remain unfamiliar to some. People across America and around the world are still learning about this important observance, which we celebrate today, Friday, June 19. Here’s everything you need to know about the day, including what’s open and closed. A special attraction this year is the official public opening of the Obama Presidential Center and Library in Chicago. What is Juneteenth? In a mode...