A new documentary from Stevie Wonder will explore his role in establishing Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday.

The Eureka NAACP is excited to announce the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration with a new event time. The celebration kicks off Monday, January 20, 2025, at our new time of 2:00 p.m. at ...

Did You Know Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dad Changed His Name? Here’s The Inspiring Reason Why Martin Luther King was originally named Michael King before changing both his name and his son’s name.

Martin Luther King III, a civil rights activist and the son of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, spoke to CBS News on MLK Day and Trump's inauguration.

This year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day — or MLK Day — is on Monday, Jan. 20. MLK Day always takes place on the third Monday of January since it falls near his birthday, which is Jan. 15.

Voices: On a rare overlap of two important events, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy can help us understand ‘disagreeing better’ These dual events can remind us of the power of nonviolent ...

The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. once said “Everybody can be great because anybody can serve.” White said the annual day set aside to honor his memory is the perfect day to give back.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day to honors the pastor and civil rights activist on what would be his 96th birthday. It is a federal holiday, so many offices and businesses will be closed for the day.

Julian Thomas Elementary students R'Tresur Harris, from left, Diamond Smith, Jaylani Parra, Dezyre Blade celebrate Wednesday during an event honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at the King statue, 909 ...

Guests can register for the event online. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and Learning 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday Rainbow PUSH Headquarters, 930 E. 50th St.

Martin Luther King Jr. might have been a giant in the Civil Rights Movement, but at home, the doting father of four was simply dad. As we observe what would have been his 96th birthday, look back ...

But Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated on the third Monday in January due to the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which former President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law in 1968.