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 ...

In this op-ed, Arndrea Waters King and Yolanda Renee King — the daughter-in-law and granddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr. — call on young people to volunteer in their communities for MLK Day ...

When was Martin Luther King Jr. killed? King was assassinated in 1968 at age 39 in Memphis, Tennessee, by James Earl Ray, PBS said. Shortly after 6 p.m. on April 4, 1968, King was shot and mortally ...

On his last night alive, King stepped up into a pulpit to challenge the congregants to be the best version of themselves.

For our complete Black History Month coverage, click here. When he was born Jan. 15, 1929, Martin Luther King Jr.’s name was Michael. It’s the name originally on his birth certificate. He was named ...

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – This diverse artistic showcase celebrates a message of freedom, equality, justice and love. The “Reflections of the Words of Martin Luther King Jr.” exhibition is on display through ...

From sun-up to sundown, Abilenians will have the opportunity to remember civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.

Fort Pierce: The MLK Day Parade will start at 10 a.m. along Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., with road closures in place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. between Virginia Avenue and Avenue Q Vero Beach ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday (Jan. 20), representing a time to remember the legacy of America’s famous Civil Rights leader and give back to the community. More than six decades have ...

In a jam-packed auditorium Friday, Florida A&M University held its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation to commemorate the civil rights leader with Leon County Schools board member Darryl ...