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May 17, 2023, 5:08 PM

Researcher: Martin Luther King Jr. apparently never said famous quote about Malcom X

ABC News' Brad Mielke, "Start Here" podcast host, with more on author Jonathon Eig discovering the original un-edited transcript of King's interview in which the original quotes were very different.
May 17, 2023, 5:08 PM
Researcher: Martin Luther King Jr. apparently never said famous quote about Malcom X
4 months ago

8 shot, 1 in critical condition in mass shooting at MLK Jr. Day event in Florida

Chaos unfolded in Fort Piece after shots were fired during a MLK Car Show and Family Fun Day event.
4 months ago
8 shot, 1 in critical condition in mass shooting at MLK Jr. Day event in Florida
4 months ago

Biden, Harris and thousands of DC residents celebrate MLK at local events

On Monday, thousands gathered at the historic Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in southeast Washington, D.C., for the city's annual peace walk and parade
4 months ago
Biden, Harris and thousands of DC residents celebrate MLK at local events
4 months ago

By the Numbers: MLK Jr.

A look at the numbers behind the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
4 months ago
By the Numbers: MLK Jr.
4 months ago

On King's holiday, daughter calls for bold action over words

America has honored Martin Luther King Jr. with a federal holiday for nearly four decades yet still hasn’t fully embraced and acted on the lessons from the slain civil rights leader, his youngest daughter said Monday
4 months ago
On King's holiday, daughter calls for bold action over words
4 months ago

Sculpture commemorates Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King in Boston

Officials in Boston unveiled a sculpture commemorating Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife, Coretta Scott King.
4 months ago
Sculpture commemorates Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King
4 months ago

Honoring the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.

The King family joins "GMA3" to celebrate and commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
4 months ago
Honoring the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
4 months ago

New statue of MLK Jr., Coretta Scott King unveiled in Boston

Imari Paris Jeffries, the executive director of Embrace Boston, talks about a new statue in Boston commemorating the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
4 months ago
New statue of MLK Jr., Coretta Scott King unveiled in Boston
4 months ago

President Biden delivers remarks on MLK Day

"Dr. King’s life and legacy show us the way forward," President Joe Biden said.
4 months ago
President Biden delivers remarks on MLK Day
4 months ago

Biden speaks at Ebenezer Church to commemorate MLK Day

President Joe Biden's sermon at the famous Atlanta church came on what would have been King's 94th birthday.
4 months ago
Biden speaks at Ebenezer Church to commemorate MLK Day
4 months ago

Statue unveiled in Boston to honor Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King

Hank Willis Thomas, the artist of “The Embrace” statue, joins ABC News Live to discuss Dr. King Jr.’s legacy and the meaning behind his new sculpture.
4 months ago
Statue unveiled in Boston to honor Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King
4 months ago

HBCU Battle of the Bands honors MLK and helps deserving students

Frank and La Keisha Johnson founded HBCU Culture, which organizes the Atlanta event that provides $20,000 in scholarships to the historically Black colleges and universities that participate.
4 months ago
HBCU Battle of the Bands honors MLK and helps deserving students
4 months ago

Biden reflects on MLK in sermon at his Atlanta church: 'Progress is never easy, but it's always possible'

Biden will speak at Ebenezer Church on Sunday, which would have been King's 94th birthday.
4 months ago
Biden reflects on MLK in sermon at his Atlanta church: Progress is 'always possible'
4 months ago

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."
4 months ago
Remember the women who helped MLK propel the civil rights movement
4 months ago

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s words inspiring new generations

Students from Watkins Elementary School in Washington D.C. recited MLK's "I Have A Dream" speech from where he delivered it, in honor of his legacy.
4 months ago
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s words inspiring new generations
5 months ago

Boston unveils 'Embrace' sculpture in tribute to Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

What Martin Luther King Jr.'s family is saying about the tribute to King, his family and racial equity.
5 months ago
Boston unveils 'Embrace' sculpture in tribute to Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
As food banks experience staffing shortages, volunteers step in for MLK Day
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
ABC News Live: Martin Luther King Jr.’s family leads march for voting rights
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
By the Numbers: The long struggle to make MLK Day a national holiday
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
Nation celebrates civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
Harris emphasizes urgent need for voting rights legislation in MLK Day remarks
1 year ago

‘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.
1 year ago
‘The View’ remembers Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
1 year ago

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.
1 year ago
Black church preservation project gets $20 million donation on MLK Day
1 year ago

Vice President Harris delivers remarks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at Ebenezer Baptist church in Atlanta.
1 year ago
Vice President Harris delivers remarks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1 year ago

Kids celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.

Students from Dallas and Houston reflect on the progress America has made in achieving King’s vision.
1 year ago
Kids celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.
1 year ago

The history of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

What you need to know about the national holiday celebrating the civil rights leader.
1 year ago
The history of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2 years ago

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.
2 years ago
For Martin Luther King Jr. Day, honoring the civil rights icon at his former ministry
2 years ago

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.
2 years ago
Stevie Wonder calls for ‘truth’ and ‘accountability’ in Martin Luther King Jr. tribute
2 years ago

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.
2 years ago
Martin Luther King III remembers his father
2 years ago

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.
2 years ago
Across the nation, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. honored
2 years ago

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

Remembering the civil rights icon and his lasting legacy.
2 years ago
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
2 years ago

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

Celebrating the life and legacy of iconic civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr.
2 years ago
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
2 years ago

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."
2 years ago
New documentary features rare restored footage of Martin Luther King Jr.
2 years ago

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.
2 years ago
Young activist is on a mission to continue MLK’s legacy
2 years ago

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.
2 years ago
Martin Luther King Jr: Inspirational quotes
2 years ago

Famous Martin Luther King Jr. quotes

Remember inspiring words from the civil rights leader.
2 years ago
Famous Martin Luther King Jr. quotes
2 years ago

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?”
2 years ago
Kids honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during annual oratory competition
3 years ago

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.
3 years ago
Rita Moreno recounts watching MLK Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech in person
3 years ago

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.
3 years ago
Legendary debate coach who taught MLK dies at 100
3 years ago

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.
3 years ago
FBI, which conducted surveillance on MLK, sees backlash after social media post
3 years ago

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.
3 years ago
Celebrating the wise words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
3 years ago

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.
3 years ago
MLK Day 2020: What to know about the civil rights icon’s legacy
4 years ago

Inside the international manhunt for Martin Luther King Jr.'s killer

Breaking down the FBI's massive operation and the various leads.
4 years ago
Inside the manhunt for MLK's killer
4 years ago

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.
4 years ago
What you need to know about the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.
4 years ago

Through a Photographer's Lens: Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement

Photographer Steve Schapiro reflects on his past work.
4 years ago
Photographer's Lens: MLK and the Civil Rights Movement
4 years ago

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.
4 years ago
Ta-Nehisi Coates and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discuss Martin Luther King Jr.
4 years ago

Remembering and honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Celebrating and reflecting on one of America's most powerful and motivating civil rights leaders.
4 years ago
Remembering and honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
4 years ago

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.
4 years ago
2020 hopefuls honor Martin Luther King Jr. as campaign pace intensifies
4 years ago

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.
4 years ago
Michael and Sara discuss the importance of Martin Luther King Jr. and his influence