Who was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? What to know about the civil rights leader.
"While others were advocating for freedom by 'any means necessary,' including violence, Martin Luther King Jr. used the power of words and acts of nonviolent resistance, such as protests, grassroots organizing, and civil disobedience to achieve seemingly impossible goals," according to The King Center.
Powerful legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.’s message endures
The resonance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s final speech, delivered on the eve of his assassination in Memphis, reverberates through
Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr. With 30+ Fascinating Facts About the Civil Rights Icon
Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 15, 1929-April 4, 1968) was one of the most prominent leaders of America's Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 60s. His words and actions have left a lasting mark on America and the world as a whole,
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: When did it become a holiday? What to know about his assassination
Every year we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in January. Here's everything you need to know about the holiday.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Was an Innovator
King's innovative thinking helped pave the way for Black entrepreneurial success. By challenging what's possible, King created a new era.
What is MLK Day? What to know about the federal holiday to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the nation.
Today is MLK Day – How to Celebrate the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. | VIDEO
MLK Day, celebrated by many, reflects the enduring impact of Martin Luther King Jr., as 93% of Americans honor his life and legacy.
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: US Army Garrison Humphreys Commemorates a Civil Rights Legend
On Monday, January 21st, the United States Army Garrison Humphreys community came together to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin
What's open and closed in Oregon on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? See the list
As people prepare to celebrate Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, here’s what to know about what’s open and closed on MLK Day in Oregon.
Do you know Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in Charlotte?
CHARLOTTE ( QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Monday is a federal holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The American minister and civil rights leader passed away in 1968, but his life and legacy still live on. While his work made waves globally, his work here in the Queen City is lesser known but not to be overlooked.
For Delaware pastor, reciting Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches is "a spiritual movement"
Rev. Dr. John Moore of Dover Christian Church in Delaware has memorized more than a dozen of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches.
Civil rights advisor Bayard Rustin helped inform Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘dream’
His name has gained wider recognition in more recent decades, but civil rights activist and organizer Bayard Rustin has long ...
Lake Forest church holds 2nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast
Martin Luther King Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast, was presented by the Church of the Holy Spirit and the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff ...
Sexyy Red deletes AI Image with Martin Luther King Jr after being called “disrespectful” by daughter
Sexyy Red has deleted AI-generated images of herself with Martin Luther King Jr. after being called out by his daughter.
5 key moments in Northwest Louisiana’s civil rights history
The following five stories are a great place to start if you’re interested in learning about historic places, people and events that are tied to Shreveport and connected to the American ...
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Arizona's Journey from Controversy to Celebration of MLK Day Highlights Economic Impact and Civil Rights Legacy
The article outlines Arizona's contentious history with recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a state holiday and the ...
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Clinging to the spirit of MLK on Trump's inauguration day
In his prepared remarks on Monday, Trump made only one reference to King, in the context of his Black and Hispanic support. Trump made inroads into nearly every demographic group in the 2024 election, ...
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EDITORIAL: Take an active role in improving the community
As the nation celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, we were reminded of King's role in the history of our country. Born in Georgia, King was most known for his role in the African-American ...
Trump wants to send troops to border. Here’s 10 times the military was deployed in US
Troops have been previously deployed in the U.S. by presidents, including George H.W. Bush and John F. Kennedy.