Martin Luther King Jr., a reverend and civil-rights activist, was assassinated at 39. However, he inspired several movements and political changes.

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

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.

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

Exploring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in education: How educators make sure his impact is not forgotten.

Monday marks Martin Luther ... Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and former President George Washington’s birthday, to be marked on Mondays. So even though the anniversary of King’s birthday ...

So, while he started his second term on Sunday, Jan. 20, his public ceremony was held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Inauguration Day was not initially held on Jan. 20. When George Washington was ...

several Americans on Monday will also be honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The holiday is celebrated each year on the third Monday of January, falling on Jan. 20 this year ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, which happens to also be ... In Largo, UM Capital Region Health and Prince George’s County Councilwoman Wala Blegay will honor the life and legacy of ...

The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. He chose that location in part to honor President Abraham Lincoln as “a ...

Every year around this time, I find myself reflecting on my father's dream for our country—a profound vision for justice, freedom, unity, and peace.

Throughout his life, Martin Luther King Jr. championed civil and human rights across the country, including here in D.C. where he delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. This year, the annual commemoration of the late civil rights leader coincides with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.