The Latest Breaking News from Martin Luther King Jr

Michelle Obama Honors MLK Day With a Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. After Skipping Inauguration

"The time is always right to do what is right."

Marie Claire · Jan 20, 2025

A tale of two Americas

In a curious coincidence, the inauguration of Donald Trump falls on a day we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King

Salon · Jan 20, 2025

Michelle Obama posts poignant message as she skips Trump inauguration

Barack Obama attended Trump’s inauguration while wife Michelle decided to skip the ceremony

The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025

Trump Inauguration And MLK Day: What's Open And Closed?

Many businesses are closing on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which coincides with Donald Trump's inauguration. What you should know is as follows.

International Business Times · Jan 20, 2025

Trump Vows To End 'American Decline' At Inauguration Eve Rally

In a raucous campaign-style gathering in Washington, the 78-year-old Republican promised cheering supporters that he would act with "historic speed" from day one of his White House comeback.

International Business Times · Jan 20, 2025

Man 'Accidentally and Tragically' Killed During Street Sweep of Homeless Encampment

The victim was allegedly inside a tent when he was crushed by a front loader being used to clear out the encampment.

Latin Times · Jan 20, 2025

On Last Full Day As President, Biden Urges Americans To 'Keep The Faith'

Joe Biden traveled to South Carolina on Sunday, his last full day as US president, where he urged Americans to "keep the faith in a better day to come" as he marked the national holiday honoring civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. A scant day before turning the White…

International Business Times · Jan 19, 2025

Keke Palmer comedy ‘One of Them Days’ and ‘Mufasa’ in close race for No. 1

The Keke Palmer buddy comedy “One of Them Days” has opened in first place on the North American box office charts on a particularly slow Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend

The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2025

Why is Donald Trump's Inauguration the Same Date as MLK Day?

Donald Trump's second inauguration coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, sparking discussions about historical significance and ideological parallels between Trump's MAGA movement and King's vision of equality.

International Business Times UK · Jan 19, 2025

Bulldozers kill man in tent in Atlanta clearing homeless camp near MLK’s church

The city was clearing the area around the Ebenezer Baptist church before the MLK Day celebration on Monday

The Guardian - US · Jan 18, 2025