More than half a century after his death, the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. continue to shape movements around the ...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., head of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, addresses marchers during his “I Have a Dream” speech at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington Aug. 28, 1963. Today is ...

More than 5,000 people gathered at the University of Rhode Island on Oct. 5, 1966, to hear the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak about racial justice and integration. Much of what he said then ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday honoring the civil rights leader, is fast approaching. Observed on the third Monday in January, the holiday falls near King’s birthday and gives Americans ...

The events are presented by the nonprofit Friends of the Library of Collier County at the Hilton Naples, and include a buffet breakfast and a book signing by the author. Proceeds from the series are a ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed Monday, Jan. 19. Florida and federal offices will be closed on the day, although most stores and restaurants will be open. All Florida schools will be ...