Every year we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in January. Here's everything you need to know about the holiday.

Martin Luther King, Jr. said the goal of the civil rights movement ... Piling hurt upon hurt, the white citizens of Birmingham mostly boycotted the funeral. That eulogy might have been a moment ...

and Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church where King was baptized, where he was co-pastor, and where his funeral was. There is also the King Center, which is advertised as the world's largest ...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a complex man and an incredible leader, and it is important and instructive to reflect on his ...

Atlanta leaders are reconsidering how they dismantle homeless camps after a man was crushed inside a tent as a bulldozer ...

a tape was played at King's funeral of him speaking about how he wanted to be remembered. “I’d like somebody to mention that day that Martin Luther King, Jr., tried to give his life serving ...

Flags have flown at half-staff for nearly 30 days following former president Jimmy Carter's death. Here is when flags return ...

MLK Day is a federal holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., encouraging reflection on racism and civil rights. It's also designated as a national day of service. The King Center is ...

1968 at just 39 years old Bettmann Archive/Getty To many of us, Martin Luther King Jr. was a mega-force for the Civil Rights movement — a prolific speaker whose talent for oration and passion ...