Abraham Lincoln issued the "preliminary" Emancipation Proclamation on this day in history, Sept. 22, 1862, announcing the slaves would be freed on Jan. 1, 1863.

The Dane County Board announced their recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month Friday, establishing the month ...

The first requirement of peacework is to see the full dignity of “the other,” writes Eric Hartman, on the 25th United Nations ...

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A plaque commemorating 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence is coming to Bloomington.

Cheryl Chumley travels to the Nova Festival site near Gaza which is now a makeshift memorial. The Washington Commanders ...

Pocatello has announced a new logo and tagline to modernize the city and promote a new, cohesive vibe. Pocatello City Council ...

See how we rate investing products to write unbiased product reviews. The U.S. stock market generally closes for major holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving. But not all ...

Such activities in downtown Chicago threaten to overwhelm the public safety infrastructure that is considered basic to our ...

A nonprofit in Minot is being recognized for its efforts in the community. Each year, Tidal Wave Car Wash selects an ...