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Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King III and his wife, Arndrea Waters King, discuss the 54th anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. and what it means to them.
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Historic Coretta Scott home where she wed MLK now forgotten
A little-known but important piece of American history stands vacant on a two-lane highway in rural western Alabama
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As food banks experience staffing shortages, volunteers step in for MLK Day
Many local food banks are facing staffing shortages, but volunteers stepped up around the Bay Area as part of the Martin Luther King Jr. day of service.
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ABC News Live: Martin Luther King Jr.’s family leads march for voting rights
Plus, the FBI is working closely with counterterrorism agents after a 12-hour hostage situation at a synagogue in Texas, and a massive underwater volcano erupted, causing a tsunami in Tonga.
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By the Numbers: The long struggle to make MLK Day a national holiday
A look at the 15-year effort to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a national holiday, and the pushback against it.
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Nation celebrates civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
From Portland to New York City, volunteers collected food, donated clothes and toys in honor of King and his commitment to service.
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Harris emphasizes urgent need for voting rights legislation in MLK Day remarks
Vice President Kamala Harris demanded action on voting rights Monday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
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On MLK Day, King III implores Senate to act on voting rights
Martin Luther King, Jr.’s eldest son has condemned the inaction of federal lawmakers on voting rights
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‘The View’ remembers Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin and Ana Navarro honor Martin Luther King Jr. and discuss his impact on today’s America.
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Black church preservation project gets $20 million donation on MLK Day
On MLK Day, a Black church preservation project from the National Trust for Historic Preservation announced that it received a $20 million donation.
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Vice President Harris delivers remarks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at Ebenezer Baptist church in Atlanta.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Don't forget these women who helped propel the civil rights movement
"For every name we know, there are scores of names we don’t know because of sexism."
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Kids celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.
Students from Dallas and Houston reflect on the progress America has made in achieving King’s vision.
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The history of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
What you need to know about the national holiday celebrating the civil rights leader.
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MLK III: History to remember Sinema unkindly over filibuster
Martin Luther King III came to Arizona with harsh words for Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, whose refusal to change filibuster rules makes voting rights legislation unlikely to pass in the Senate
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Bid considered to wipe Alabama arrest records of King, Parks
A prosecutor says he would support a move to expunge the arrest records.
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Church of MLK's 1st leadership position gets museum funding
Work has begun to make a museum out of the crumbling Alabama church.
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MLK estate reaches publishing agreement with HarperCollins
The estate of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. has reached an agreement with HarperCollins Publishers for rights to his archive
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For Martin Luther King Jr. Day, honoring the civil rights icon at his former ministry
Rev. Raphael Warnock, who was elected as Georgia’s first Black senator this month, celebrated and honored King during a Shabbat service at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King used to preach.
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Stevie Wonder calls for ‘truth’ and ‘accountability’ in Martin Luther King Jr. tribute
“We must define the truth and the facts that support them and declare them absolute,” Wonder said.
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Martin Luther King III remembers his father
The son of Martin Luther King Jr. remembers his father and reflects on where the country is headed.
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Across the nation, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. honored
Amid the national conversation on the pandemic, protests and the Capitol riot, legendary civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.’s words have added weight.
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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Remembering the civil rights icon and his lasting legacy.
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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating the life and legacy of iconic civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr.
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New documentary features rare restored footage of Martin Luther King Jr.
Director Sam Pollard’s talks about his timely and stunning new film, "MLK/FBI."
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Young activist is on a mission to continue MLK’s legacy
Brea Baker hopes people will be reading Martin Luther King Jr.’s words, watching his speeches and looking to understand what the continuation of his legacy looks like.
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Martin Luther King Jr: Inspirational quotes
On the day the nation celebrates the civil rights leader's birthday, here are some of his most inspiring words.
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Famous Martin Luther King Jr. quotes
Remember inspiring words from the civil rights leader.
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Kids honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during annual oratory competition
The competition took place in Houston, Dallas and Chicago, and featured fourth and fifth graders presenting speeches with the theme, “How Do You Think Dr. King’s Teachings Can Help Us Today?”
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Kansas City weighs another bid to honor Martin Luther King
A divisive fight ended with the city removing his name from a major boulevard.
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Rita Moreno recounts watching Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech in person
Rita Moreno recalled how she was present during Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech and how it affects her to this day.
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Legendary debate coach Dr. Thomas F. Freeman, who taught MLK, dies at 100
Legendary Texas Southern University debate coach Dr. Thomas F. Freeman has died at 100, the university has announced.
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FBI, which conducted surveillance on MLK, sees backlash after social media post
The FBI, which once conducted targeted surveillance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., caused a firestorm on social media after posting a tribute honoring the iconic leader.
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Celebrating the wise words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Christian minister and activist made a profound impact on U.S. history while being the leader in the civil rights movement.
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MLK Day 2020: What to know about the civil rights icon’s legacy
The nation pauses to celebrate what would have been Rev. King's 91st birthday.
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Alabama county to preserve jail remnant where MLK was held
He three days for contempt there after losing an appeal.
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Inside the international manhunt for Martin Luther King Jr.'s killer
Breaking down the FBI's massive operation and the various leads.
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What you need to know about the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.
What you need to know about the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Through a Photographer's Lens: Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement
Photographer Steve Schapiro reflects on his past work.
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Ta-Nehisi Coates and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discuss Martin Luther King Jr. and what's next for America
The noted author and the congresswoman discuss the civil rights icon.
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Remembering and honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating and reflecting on one of America's most powerful and motivating civil rights leaders.
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2020 hopefuls honor Martin Luther King Jr. as campaign pace intensifies
Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders, Kirsten Gillibrand and others honored the civil rights icon.
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Michael and Sara discuss the importance of Martin Luther King Jr. and his influence
The two reflect on how the icon's message remains a strong inspiration today.
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Remember the women who helped MLK propel the civil rights movement
These women helped chart the course of history.
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Trump, Pence commemorate MLK Day with brief visit to national monument
The visit lasted a little more than 90 seconds and President Trump briefly spoke to reporters who had gathered with them in 18-degree weather.
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Children give speeches inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.
Children across the country honor the late civil rights activist with speeches inspired by his rhetoric.
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Students honor Martin Luther King Jr. in speech competition: 'What you started, we are going to finish it'
"What you started, we are going to finish it," one student said.
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School where fans displayed Trump flag pulls out of MLK game
School superintendent says, "Fear was not our reason."
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At 86, Andrew Young recalls horror of witnessing moment Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis
Andrew Young recalls the moment a bullet killed Martin Luther King Jr.
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When I heard Martin Luther King was shot, I thought: 'Maybe he'll survive': Reporter's Notebook
It is impossible to describe what he meant to black Americans while he lived.
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