Long Struggle to Establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It was first proposed four days after King’s 1968 assassination outside a Memphis motel. It took 15 years until it became a federal holiday.
For Delaware pastor, reciting Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches is "a spiritual movement"
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.
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Houston, from parades to MLK Day of Service
Martin Luther King Day celebrations will take place in Houston this week, leading up to the national holiday on Monday
Evanston plans Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events to honor renowned leader
January 19 is a day dedicated to the memory of the late Baptist minister, activist, and civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebrations honoring King are held throughout Evanston
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 with free events around Indianapolis
The Madam Walker Legacy Center will host Essence Ventures CEO Caroline Wanga, and museums will host concerts and opportunities to reflect.
How to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Sonoma, Napa counties
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.
How to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Greater Lansing
Events celebrating civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. started this week throughout the region, ahead of Monday’s national recognition of his legacy. A free Community Unity Dinner is scheduled for 5:30 p.

Burger King Worker Fired

Law firm King & Spalding taps ex-Biden officials in string of new hires
King & Spalding on Wednesday said it has hired the former head of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration's policy office, the ...
Documentary captures 1960s visits to Denver and Littleton by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The film is focused on visits in 1964 and 1967, and how Coloradans responded when the civil rights leader was slain.
King Charles Playfully Jabs at Rod Stewart and Rocker Plays Along
Rod Stewart and King Charles had a memorable interaction at The King's Foundation's 35th anniversary time capsule ceremony on ...
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King cake of the day: This kumquat curd and raspberry king cake is hard to get but worth it
Maru Bread Co.'s local kumquat curd and raspberry king cake has a fresh, fluffy base with layers of bright kumquat curd and a ...
EXCLUSIVE: Joe Hill previews his first standalone novel in 9 years, 'King Sorrow'
Hill tells TODAY.com that his intention with “King Sorrow” was to write a book that “ran hard.” He says it’s “as scary and ...
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King County will elect its first new executive since 2009
Zoom in: The job will be open this fall because current King County Executive Dow Constantine, who has held the position ...
2025 NBA predictions, odds, bets: How to pick DraftKings Sportsbook King of the Court promotion on Jan. 15
NBA regular season continues on Wednesday with an exciting 11-game slate, including matchups like the 76ers vs. Knicks, Spurs ...
King County receives $80 million to expand Metro RapidRide service to Renton, Kent and Auburn
King County received a federal grant Wednesday to help expand Metro RapidRide service to Renton, Kent and Auburn. According ...