39th Martin Luther King Jr. celebration highlights hope amid transition to new administration
During the 39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration city leaders and organizers express messages of hope as President-elect Donald Trump takes office
Houston has 2 parades celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. at the same time. Here's why.
Houston has doubled its celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy with two parades on the same day and at the same time. Here's why.
32 things you may not know about Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr., a reverend and civil-rights activist, was assassinated at 39. However, he inspired several movements and political changes.
What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025?
This year, the holiday falls on Monday, Jan. 20. It's a federal holiday, which means government agencies, banks and many corporate offices will closed for the day.
Will schools be open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? What to know about the federal holiday
Many public institutions will close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, while some private businesses will remain open. Here's what to know.
A look at the long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Family and others carrying on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality, justice and nonviolent protest want Americans to remember that Monday's holiday is really about helping others.
Philadelphians pay tribute to civil rights icon ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
With Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Philadelphians are sharing how they plan to honor the civil rights icon this weekend.
Fresno County kicks off Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations
The Middlesex District Attorney's Office said in a statement Thursday that Todd was indicted earlier that day for “two counts of rape alleging the sexual assault of two women.” Picture the scene: One of the world’s top golfers has just finished a terrible round on the course at the Dubai Desert Classic and moments later he’s swapped his putter for a crayon,
Here is where you can watch the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Parade
Full of energy and excitement, this year's downtown Las Vegas parade has a theme: "Living the Dream— Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future."
What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Day 2025? Here's your guide to mail and more
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Since it's a federal holiday, some businesses and services may be closed. Here's what to know.
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 in the Seattle area
The 42nd edition of a local MLK Day march is expected to draw an even greater turnout than usual this year, while many other events will mark the holiday in unique ways.
‘America is experiencing heart failure,’ Dallas fourth grader declares in MLK Jr. speech
Deon Harris, a fourth grader at J.P. Starks Math, Science and Technology Vanguard in Dallas, won first place at the 33rd ...
Service in Great Neck temple where Martin Luther King Jr. once spoke pays tribute to civil rights leader
The civil rights icon had visited Temple Beth-El in 1967 and delivered a speech in which he denounced inequality, violence on ...
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Riviera Beach prepares for MLK parade with heightened security and community support
Riviera Beach will host tens of thousands of spectators for the 41st annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Saturday.The ...
Fourth grader Deon Harris wins 33rd annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition.
Harris, who attends J.P. Starks Math, Science and Technology Vanguard in Dallas, won first place at the 33rd annual Foley & ...
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Who Are Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King's Kids? All About the Racial Justice Activists' Family
Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King were the proud parents of four children. Yolanda Denise King, Martin Luther ...
Snow, icy roads to impact mountain travel over Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend
As an arctic blast moves into Colorado, snow and icy roads will impact mountain travel during the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.