Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed almost 60 years ago Friday. Here is a quick look into his life and remarkable legacy.

Nobel Peace Prize awardee Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, triggering riots across the US. His death shook ...

Explore Dr. King's most radical, powerful quotes on justice, nonviolence, and truth-telling on the anniversary of his death.

King family opposes release of classified documents on King's assassination, citing privacy concerns and potential harm to ...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other prominent civil rights leaders led a defining moment in the civil rights movement, emphasizing the urgent need for systemic change, powered by a rally that drew ...

Media outlets that praised Martin Luther King Jr.'s work in the South treated Northern segregation differently.

The Liberty Commons Project will be located on Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Seattle’s Columbia City neighborhood. It will ...

A look back at local, national and world events through Deseret News archives.

Greenfield Village is set to welcome visitors for a new season, showcasing an exciting, immersive exhibit currently under ...

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced the imminent release of digitized files concerning the ...

The King Center honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 57 years after his assassination with a wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta.

Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee on April 4, 1968. King was a tireless advocate for equality and is best known for his message of peaceful ...