Events honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and advocating for his vision of a just, nonviolent society will occur the same day as Donald Trump's second presidential inauguration

Designated as “a day on, not a day off,” Martin Luther King Jr.’s National Day of Service is a federal holiday observed on the third Monday in January. Here’s how you can honor

Activists and organizations are holding rallies leading up to MLK Day and convening meetings with state lawmakers to strategize on how to safeguard policies and avoid funding cuts to social service programs that largely support Black and Latino communities.

"We encourage everyone to take necessary precautions, stay safe, and keep warm during the expected cold weather," State Sen. Kirk Hatcher said.

News 19 is covering all the action LIVE from The Delta Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, 10th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Saturday! The parade begins at noon Saturday and will begin in Lot K on Clinton Avenue.

As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20, 2025, residents of the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area are gearing up for a weekend