Martin Luther King Day

"Don't want to see President Harris, but it's time for Joe to go," said one online commenter.

At least eight people were shot, while two others were "trampled" by a panicked crowd as shots rang out during an MLK Jr. Day celebration in Florida on Monday.

According to Professor Derek H. Alderman, there is occasional local opposition to re-naming a street by those who fear it may "stigmatize their neighborhood."

On this MLK Day and beyond, let's commit to working together to disrupt the status quo.

Several events celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Martin Luther King Jr. believed in everyone's basic human right to get three meals a day. We can each take action to carry on his mission on MLK Day and every day.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022 finds much of the U.S. shutting down, leaving some to wonder if their trash will be collected as usual on Monday, January 17.

As well as being instrumental in the pursuit of racial equality, Martin Luther King Jr was an eloquent and inspirational speaker. Here are some of his best speeches.

The U.S. is set to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. as the row over voting rights takes center stage for civil rights leaders. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.

Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr was a driving force social justice and racial equality and left an enduring legacy which is still felt today. Here are some of his most inspiring quotes.

MLK Day will witness much of the U.S. shut down, but will the stock market remain open for business as usual on Monday, January 17?

King was fearless—and fearless because he was faithful—and dangerous to the segregationists. He answered to a higher authority.

Expect fast food restaurants to be open for business despite Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022 being designated a federal holiday.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an important federal holiday celebrating the civil rights leader's life and legacy. But will mail services run as normal?

The notes were delivered in white envelopes, some with the names of residents on, some without. None of them had a name of a sender.

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris mean what they say when they speak of being a president and vice president for all Americans—regardless of political stripe, creed or color.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had a gift for a cause close to their hearts "in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and all that he stood for."

Getting all 50 states to recognize the iconic civil rights leader's birthday with a paid holiday involved a long, political fight.

"I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character."

The Google Doodle depicts a modern-day mural that pays tribute to the Montgomery Bus Boycotts and the Selma to Montgomery March.

Some venues across the country may be offering modified services amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

Contact your local branch to confirm any COVID-19 safety restrictions in place before traveling to any venue.

Most gyms have implemented COVID-19 safety measures, such as modified services, and may operate a reduced schedule.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday is a federal holiday which means that some federal services will be unavailable.

While many federal services will be unavailable or limited today, private companies like grocery stores will generally remain open.

There are more than 400 national parks, according to the National Park Service, which are available to everyone, every day.

As Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday, some businesses might choose to close—is your gym one of them?

What is more important than making sure your local coffee house is open on a federal holiday?

We look at the hours of operation at various restaurant chains across the country for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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