Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones discusses her new book, The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story, with Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida

Hannah Nikole-Jones Uses MLK Words To Burn Conservatives

After members of a group that invited Nikole Hannah-Jones to give an MLK Day speech said the "1619 Project" author…
by Zack Linly
01.18.22
US-MLK MEMORIAL

10 Black Elected Officials Honoring MLK's Legacy

These change-makers are helping to implement policies that uplift the legacy of Martin Luther King's mission for equality and justice.
by Shannon Dawson
01.18.22
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Black People's Plight Since MLK

While some things have improved markedly for Black Americans in the past 50-odd years, today we are still fighting many…
by Sharon Austin
01.17.22
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Iconic Photos: Martin Luther King's Civil Rights Legacy

Iconic pictures that underscore Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s brave determination to pave the way for each of us to…
by NewsOne Staff
01.17.22
Selma to Montgomery Alabama March

Revisiting Martin Luther King Jr.'s Most Iconic Speeches

Dr. Martin Luther King's speeches have grown to become timeless while greatly contributing to changing the tide of American history.
by NewsOne Staff
01.17.22
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NAACP Tells Trump Republicans 'Shut Up!’ MLK Tweets

The NAACP did not mince words when outgoing White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany tweeted about a hero who embodied…
by Anoa Changa
08.30.21
Wild Card Playoffs - Atlanta Falcons v New York Giants

NFL Co-Opts MLK After Blacklisting Kaep For Kneeling

Another Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday, another tone-deaf tweet incorrectly co-opting the civil rights icon's famous words.
by Bruce C.T. Wright
08.30.21
National Civil Rights Museum

Preserving MLK's Legacy

NewsOne spoke with National Civil Rights Museum President Terri Freeman about the institution's dedication to preserving King's work through programming,…
by Charise Frazier
09.29.21
22 itemsMarch Against Fear

Rare MLK Photos: A Civil Rights Icon's Journey

Rarely seen photos of Martin Luther King Jr. throughout the years of his noteworthy, incredible life.
by Charise Frazier
09.29.21
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Most Tone-Deaf Moves On MLK Day

The most tone-deaf and insulting moves by public officials on MLK Day.
by NewsOne Staff
03.27.20
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McCain Leaves A Mixed Legacy

Sen. John McCain leaves a mixed legacy with the Black Community.
by nigelroberts1
08.27.18

Restaurant Owner Under Fire For Offensive MLK Day…

A restaurant owner posted a demeaning Facebook message on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, playing into the racially charged stereotype…
by Clarissa Hamlin
01.18.17
8 people shot during MLK Day celebration at Miami park

8 Injured After Shots Ring Out At MLK…

Shots rang out around 3:40 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park in Miami, where thousands were gathered to…
by NewsOne Staff
01.17.17
Dream Speech

[WATCH] Dr. King’s Legacy To Be Honored During…

During the event, actors, activists, and musicians will pay homage to Dr. King with recitations of his most revered speeches,…
by Brandee Sanders
01.16.17
Democratic Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders Meets With African-American Civic Leaders In Baltimore

NEWS ROUNDUP: Bernie Sanders Calls For Michigan Gov.…

Democratic frontrunner Bernie Sanders is bringing attention to the water crisis that is unfolding in Michigan. Sanders is calling for…
by NewsOne Staff
04.29.21

Poll: African Americans See Dr. King’s Dream As…

It’s been 52 years since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (pictured) stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in…
by NewsOne Staff
06.19.19

North Miami Beach Police Department Uses Mugshots of…

The North Miami Beach Police Department has come under fire after it was recently discovered that police officials were using…
by NewsOne Staff
04.17.21

Dr. Bernice King Calls For Violence-Free M.L.K. Day

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s (pictured) daughter, Dr. Bernice King, is calling for this year’s King Holiday to be violence-free,…
by Hannington Dia
04.17.21

Take Part In Dr. Martin L. King Jr.…

Even though the birthday of iconic civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who would have been 85 years…
by ionerlogan
04.17.21

VP Joe Biden Headlines Sharpton’s King Day Breakfast…

Vice President Joe Biden is slated to deliver the keynote address at the Nation Action Network‘s Annual King Day Breakfast…
by NewsOne Staff
04.17.21