The reverend and civil rights leader was a major proponent of using nonviolent protest to fight for equality.

A civil rights legend, Dr. King fought for justice through peaceful protest—and delivered some of the 20th century's most iconic speeches.

This inspirational MLK trivia will help you remember the civil rights activist's lasting impact.

GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929. He was an activist, a visionary–but not all visionaries have their own holiday celebrating their birthday. So… why is his ...

With the theme “Soul, Spirit and Sacrifice,” Bloomington highlighted the advocacy of Coretta Scott King that helped keep the Civil Rights Movement alive. Hundreds gathered inside a nearly-full Buskirk ...

The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. loved speaking to young people, and he encouraged them to love and accept themselves, study hard and keep moving forward.

Charlton Heston, Sidney Poitier, Burt Lancaster and Lena Horne were among the stars who appeared for MLK and civil rights. They made a big difference.

Communities across the country will soon honor the life and legacy of an American civil rights icon. Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on Monday. Like the civil rights movement itself, the ...

Dr. King’s message was never meant to be frozen in time. It demands ongoing engagement, and moral courage, especially at a ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, Jan. 19, this year. Observed annually on the third Monday in January, the federal holiday is set aside to recognize civil rights leader, Martin Luther King ...

Not everyone’s sure how to make Martin Luther King Day a meaningful holiday. Here are some tips from our family to yours ...