At Chicago’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast, commitment to protecting rights is affirmed
The breakfast, held annually on MLK day, honors the memory and legacy of Dr. King as well as the work of Reverend Jackson.
Cornell student finds rare Martin Luther King Jr. speech
The student uncovered a transcript of a speech given by MLK Jr. himself at a union conference in Chicago in 1957.
Trump says his presidency will make Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘dream come true’
In his inaugural address, Donald Trump thanked Black and Hispanic communities for their votes and invoked Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose federal holiday Trump shares with the day of his second inauguration.
Are banks, post offices open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? See what's closed Monday
Before you do, take a look at which facilities plan to be closed for the holiday. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is always the third Monday in January. This year, that falls on Monday, Jan. 20. Yes, Martin Luther King Jr.
Here are the events happening on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Boston
It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and the legacy of the civil rights leader is being celebrated in Massachusetts. Here is a list of events honoring Dr. King in Boston.
What is MLK Day? What to know about the federal holiday to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the nation.
Is the stock market closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
U.S. stock markets will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. The Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange will both be closed on the federal holiday but will reopen for regular trading hours on Tuesday,
Is There Trash Pickup on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday honoring the life and legacy of the iconic civil rights leader. This year's MLK Day also falls on Inauguration Day for President-elect Donald Trump, marking only the second time in 28 years that these federal observances align.
Chicago honors MLK Jr.'s legacy with community service and leadership initiatives
In Chicago, numerous events commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. included many community service projects. WGN's Andrea ...
Roseland hospital opens doors to the community in honor of MLK: 'His legacy was bringing people together'
Roseland Community Hospital Foundation's community closet and brunch event provided free clothing and home goods and a complimentary breakfast to members of the community on a frigid day.
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MLK Community Celebration Concert honors King’s legacy with speeches, songs
Musicians, faith leaders and community members gathered Sunday afternoon to commemorate the life and legacy of Martin Luther ...
Thousands come together for MLK Day events in Chicago area
Thousands across the Chicago area came together for the 36th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day. When Hamas’ military wing, ...
Hundreds volunteer at Greater Chicago Food Depository on MLK Day
More than 300 people spent Monday at the Greater Chicago Food Depository for the MLK Day of Service. "It's really great to ...
Hundred of volunteers pitch in for 10th annual MLK Day of Service in Flossmoor, Illinois
For a decade, the Village of Flossmoor has encouraged organizations to make the national holiday a "day on" instead of a "day off" by actively participating in a service project.
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Trump Inauguration, MLK Jr. Day
Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses how he intends to govern at the local level as Donald Trump returns to the White House.
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Kaufmann quiz: MLK in Chicago
With the holiday on Monday, let's dive into some of the rich history our great city has around Dr. Martin Luther King. His ...
Annual interfaith breakfast held on South Side to celebrate MLK Jr.'s legacy, his impact on Chicago
The event brings elected leaders and community members together to celebrate the legacy of King and his impact on Chicago.
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Evanston Public Library holds MLK Day of Celebration and Service
Community members celebrated activist Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and worked on service projects during the Evanston Public ...
Gary MLK event urges speaking out against injustice, maintaining community in tough times
When you’re a dancer, the music will always find you in the best possible ways, as West Side Academy’s Dance students found ...