The two leaders had radically opposing but important approaches to the fight for equality, rights and justice for Black ...

institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day. For some, the holiday is just that — time off from work or school. But, King's family and others carrying on his legacy ...

But, it was without the backing of the civil rights groups because it also allowed for a Confederate Memorial Day. Martin Luther King Jr. Day's reach has only grown in its 42 years. It's the only ...

Speaking at Harvard’s Tercentenary Theatre, Abdul-Jabbar reflected on his path into social justice activism as a young ...

Be sure to check out these local festivities: (Jan 14-16) Unity Starts in the Heart - Inverness: This is a 3-day celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. including things like an oral history event ...

The organization Indivisible has mobilized its "No Kings Day" protest, which takes place on Flag Day. Find out locations for ...

Boston commemorated the 1965 Freedom Rally by unveiling "Freedom March Square" and echoing civil rights activism.

The theme of this year's annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade is "It Starts with Me: Shifting the Cultural Climate Through the Study and Practice of Kingian Nonviolence." The parade route ...

ATLANTA — A massive 70-member choir belted out "Hallelujah" at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day service Monday at his former congregation in Atlanta, followed by a stern message from his youngest ...