A Life,’ spoke about the late civil rights leader on a Jan. 3 episode of NPR’s ‘Book of the Day’ podcast Martin Luther King Jr. didn’t originally set out to become a civil rights activist, according ...

1968 at just 39 years old Bettmann Archive/Getty To many of us, Martin Luther King Jr. was a mega-force for the Civil Rights movement — a prolific speaker whose talent for oration and passion ...

President Trump has announced plans to release classified documents on high-profile assassinations, including that of ...

The challenges facing our nation are significant, and the solutions require collaboration, empathy and an unwavering commitment to justice.

On the third Monday of the month, federal, state and local governments, institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the ...

Civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson Jr. dies at 95 Lawson was an apostle of nonviolent protest — and close adviser to Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. — who schooled activists to withstand brutal ...

Every year we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in January. Here's everything you need to know about the holiday.

President Donald Trump is continuing to build upon Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and vision as he works towards securing peace in the Middle East.

The government shuts down the third Monday in January to honor Martin Luther King Jr., also known as MLK Day. This year that day is Jan. 20. According to USA TODAY, this coincidence has occurred ...

The annual day of remembrance for Martin Luther King Jr. is less than two weeks away, falling on Monday, Jan. 20, the same day as Inauguration Day this year. Here’s what to know about Martin ...

The annual day of remembrance for Martin Luther King Jr. is less than two weeks away, falling on Monday, Jan. 20, the same day as Inauguration Day this year. Here’s what to know about Martin ...