Rev. Al Sharpton and NAN address concerns about rolling back DEI policies and announce plans to support DEI during MLK Day events in Washington, D.C.

This poignant moment set the tone for the 11th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Dream Keepers Awards and reception hosted by the National Action Network (NAN). This cherished tradition celebrates individuals who embody resilience, community leadership, and the enduring dream of equality.

It’s a disquieting contrast for some civil rights advocates who wish to fulfill King’s dream of non-violent social revolution.

A rally at a historic Black church celebrated the civil rights legend and included a vow to protect rights under the new administration.

In a rare happening, the King holiday falls on the same day as the presidential inauguration. Activists vow to continue the fight for civil rights.

D.C. was buzzing with activity Monday as Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the presidential Inauguration fell on the same day for just the second time in history.

The Sacramento region is honoring Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with community events, marches, and celebrations throughout the holiday weekend.

ATLANTA (AP) — A massive 70-member choir belted out “Hallelujah” to open a Martin Luther King Jr. Day service Monday at his former congregation in Atlanta, followed by a stern message from his youngest daughter warning against anti-woke rhetoric.

January 20 marks Martin ... Luther King Jr. with a national holiday. Until then, there wasn't a clear majority of lawmakers ready to support the vote needed to establish the holiday. -USA TODAY ...

As Inauguration Day festivities continue, civil rights activists filed into the Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church in Northwest D.C. for a rally in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The National Action Network (NAN) is hosting the rally and its founder Rev.

Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul will attend Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events in New York City, with the presidential inauguration in mind.