Long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day

39th Martin Luther King Jr. celebration highlights hope amid transition to new administration
During the 39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration city leaders and organizers express messages of hope as President-elect Donald Trump takes office
32 things you may not know about Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr., a reverend and civil-rights activist, was assassinated at 39. However, he inspired several movements and political changes.
What to do in Clarksville for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The NAACP honors Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20 with a breakfast, education discussions and a march.
A look at the long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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.
Postponed: Cold weather changes Jacksonville's Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade plans
Jacksonville's Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade Monday has been postponed because of expected cold temperatures.
What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025?
This year, the holiday falls on Monday, Jan. 20. It's a federal holiday, which means government agencies, banks and many corporate offices will closed for the day.
Here are the Omaha events planned in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
For more than 40 years, the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Metropolitan Omaha has celebrated the life and legacy of Civil Rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. with a weekend of
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations begin in downtown Gainesville
Some of their notable achievements include the completion of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Gardens located in downtown Gainesville and promoting the elimination of poverty and racism in Florida. The concert begins at 7 pm and everyone is invited.
Williamsport holding Dream Week events in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — The city of Williamsport is getting ready for its celebration of Dream Week in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. The celebration is a way to give back to those in need.
Celebrate MLK Day with these Twin Cities events
Minnesota is celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in a variety of ways this year with plenty of free, family-friendly events to choose from. St. Paul area MLK Community Conference: ‘One Dream. One Minnesota.
Martin Luther King's Race Relations Vision Anchored in His Christian Faith
On his last night alive, King stepped up into a pulpit to challenge the congregants to be the best version of themselves.
Aspire to Inspire awards: 3 community members recognized for emulating Martin Luther King Jr.'s mission
Ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the metro honors a select employee of Douglas County, the city of Omaha, and one ...
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Annual Tech Summit in Las Vegas inspires students in lead-up to Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Students from across the country, including right here in the Las Vegas Valley, will gather at the Las Vegas City Council ...
Black leaders in Boston urge solidarity and justice as Trump inauguration falls on Martin Luther King Day
With President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration falling on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, members of the Black community in ...