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

The NAACP honors Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20 with a breakfast, education discussions and a march.

As people prepare to celebrate Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, here’s what to know about what’s open and closed on MLK Day in Oregon.

Westport Country Playhouse, the Bruce Museum, the Ferguson Library, UConn's Stamford campus and Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art are hosting events.

With Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Philadelphians are sharing how they plan to honor the civil rights icon this weekend.

Martin Luther King Jr. not only symbolizes the fight for African American civil rights but also represents a universal message that transcends ethnicities and nationalities. His legacy connects African American, Afro-Latino, and other marginalized communities in a shared struggle for dignity, equality, and justice.

Rev. Dr. John Moore of Dover Christian Church in Delaware has memorized more than a dozen of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches.

Many folks may wonder if banks or post offices will be open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here's everything you need to know.

The holiday is the only federally-designated day of service. People are encouraged to participate in a “day of action” and spend the day doing something charitable to uplift their communities.

Martin Luther King Day celebrations will take place in Houston this week, leading up to the national holiday on Monday

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy by participating in any of these 11 events around Louisville for MLK Day.

From breakfasts, to food drives, to service projects, Massachusetts communities this weekend will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.