Black history took a prominent role in Andrea King's childhood. The educator and civil rights activist didn't learn about historical icons like Fannie Lou Hammer, Langston Hughes or Sojourner truth in ...

Shutterstock The History of Civil Rights in Louisiana Louisiana might be famous for its food and festivals, but its civil ...

Martin Luther King Jr. wasn't born in Alabama, but his legacy and impact are felt throughout the state and in the heart of ...

Benjamin Crump, civil rights attorney, calls for declassification of government files on Malcolm X, 60 years after his assassination.

For some historians who specialize in Malcolm X, it's a sign of a mainstream effort to dismiss complicated a nuanced civil ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) is always a special time at FedEx, where we celebrate the life and legacy of the civil rights leader, as well as his commitment to service.

Black History Month is the perfect time to acquaint your family and yourself with some of the many African American historical sites that dot the South.

Although this is Black History Month, it will not be observed by federal agencies under the current administration. Sadly, ...

Continuing one of America's most influential legacies, Dr. Bernice King has established herself as a formidable force for justice and reconciliation in her own right. As we mark Black History Month, ...

Sixty-five years ago, a group of courageous young African American students in Tampa embarked on a journey that would forever ...

Colorado lawmakers are seeking to ensure that Black history is taught in the state’s public schools at a time of escalating ...

King led several nonviolent campaigns in Birmingham, known at the time as "the most segregated city in America." ...