Martin Luther King, Jr. was a strong proponent of change, and his impact was felt from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. Here is a chronology of some major events in King's life.

Before Martin Luther King Jr. led marches, gave speeches, and peacefully fought to change the world, he was just a kid navigating life in the segregated South. His early years were a mix of love ...

For our complete Black History Month coverage, click here. When he was born Jan. 15, 1929, Martin Luther King Jr.’s name was Michael. It’s the name originally on his birth certificate. He was named ...

Jonathan Eig, author of the biography ‘King ... Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty Martin Luther King Jr. didn’t originally set out to become a civil rights activist, according to his ...

President Trump has announced plans to release classified documents on high-profile assassinations, including that of ...

King III explores his complicated relationship with his father's legend in 'What Is My Legacy?: Realizing a New Dream of ...

The one-hour documentary also did a great job showing how in Dr. King’s 39 years of life, he helped open the doors for Black people to have positions in office. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A ...

The inauguration of President Donald Trump will be taking place in Washington while the nation also celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Martin Luther King Jr. Day was established as a federal ...

RACINE — Students, religious leaders and local officials gathered Wednesday to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. They spoke about the importance of working together to ...