On September 16, 1968, a unit became the only Illinois National Guard unit called into active duty during the Vietnam War.

1989: Phil Jackson was hired as head coach of the Chicago Bulls, replacing Doug Collins. After the Bulls won their sixth championship trophy, Jackson departed — and so did Michael Jordan and Scottie ...

A memorial service for Thomas G. Sampson Sr. will be held at the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse ...

As a network censor, he kept his eye on Johnny Carson's ‘The Tonight Show,' Tom Snyder's ‘The Tomorrow Show' and more.

Social justice advocates are creating a queer history archive that celebrates Bayard Rustin, a major organizer in the Civil ...

Social justice advocates are creating a queer history archive that celebrates Bayard Rustin, a major organizer in the Civil ...

Martin Luther King Jr.'s ties to Daytona endure more than 50 years after his death More than 50 years after King's death, few locals left who met him ...

In 1988, then Annapolis alderman Carl Snowden put together The Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee of Maryland. Among its chief purposes, to honor those who kept King’s legacy alive with their own ...

When Martin Luther King Jr.‘s birthday and holiday roll around each year, one thing I love to see are photos of Dr. King simply living his life with joy. Playing pool. Sharing a laugh. We know ...

Photo: Getty Images In the summer of 2022, Atlanta mayor Andre Dickens christened a seven-mile stretch known as the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Innovation Corridor.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy is celebrated each year in January to honor and remember the Civil Rights leader. His work has inspired millions, even decades after his death. While the Civil ...

The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the nation.