It wasn’t for 15 years until after King’s death that civil rights activists finally succeeded in making Martin Luther King Jr. Day a nationally observed holiday.. On Nov. 2, 1983, Reagan ...

Efforts from King’s widow, Coretta Scott King, lawmakers, activists and others took years. Here’s what you need to know about how Martin Luther King Jr. Day became a holiday. When is MLK Day 2025?

As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. The 2025 MLK Day Beloved Community Commemorative Service kicks off at 9 a.m. on Monday ...

In response to President Donald Trump's executive order banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, the Pentagon's intelligence agency has paused special event programs and related events, ...

I implore those exercising their right to peaceful assembly to indeed follow the lead of one king: Martin Luther King, Jr.

As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. The 2025 MLK Day Beloved Community Commemorative Service kicks off at 9 a.m. on Monday ...