Chicago, Martin Luther King and MLK Day

At Chicago’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast, commitment to protecting rights is affirmed
Chicago civil rights leaders and Illinois politicians reaffirmed their dedication to protecting education and immigrants rights Monday morning amid reports that President Donald Trump could begin his crackdown on illegal immigration this week with raids in Chicago.
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Chicago
Jan. 20 is a federally observed holiday in honor of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. Over the weekend, communities across Chicago will host events and service opportunities to honor the civil rights leader's legacy.
NFL community honors legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on MLK Day
The NFL community took to social media on Monday to honor the life and legacy of civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on MLK Day.
Fill A Heart 4 Kids hosts Day of Service for Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Lake Forest
This year’s Fill a Heart 4 Kids Martin Luther King experience took place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20 at The Gloria Dei Center, located in the Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart, on Westleigh Road in Lake Forest.
Chicago historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas commemorates life and Chicago impact of Martin Luther King Jr.
Shermann “Dilla” Thomas honored the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and his complicated history in Chicago during his keynote speech in Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall Tuesday night. Thomas’ keynote speech was the culmination of a series of MLK Commemoration events hosted by Northwestern.
How to watch: 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Breakfast held in Minneapolis
A breakfast will honor a pioneer in the Civil Rights Movement and inspire attendees to live out his message of unity.
City of Greensboro honors Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with annual memorial breakfast
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Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy: At breakfast on Inauguration Day, Columbus leaders remember
Today's local leaders expressed defiance toward Trump, while young speakers at the Columbus celebration spoke in hopeful tones about the future.
Community Action Partnership hosts annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast at Millersville University
Lancaster-based Afro-Latino poet, writer and music producer Lord Eli told the audience at the 37th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast today that paradise isn’t that far, but it will
Community Honors Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a Breakfast and Luncheon in Mohawk Valley
Martin Luther King Jr. Day was commemorated across America today. Here in the Mohawk Valley, the day began with a breakfast and church service in Rome.
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Fort Myers at a breakfast and a march
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What's open and closed? Schools, USPS, museums and more
Many Chicago-area museums however will remain open, and some even have a free admission day. Here's what to know. According to the Illinois State Board of Education, Martin Luther King Jr.
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Chicago weekend events: Martin Luther King Day, Cubs Convention, winter market, jazz and cocktails
This weekend, celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, fan out at the Cubs Convention and participate in a look-alike ...
Chicago honors MLK Jr.’s legacy with community service and leadership initiatives
City and state leaders along with community members gathered at Soldier Field Monday morning for the 35th annual Dr. Martin ...
Costco, USPS, schools: A list of what's open and closed for MLK Day in Illinois
While most government functions will not be operating on Monday, most grocery stores, big box stores and restaurants will ...
MLK Jr.’s daughter: ‘Wonderful’ Trump being inaugurated on day celebrating father
Bernice King, the daughter of late civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., says the simultaneous occurrence of MLK Day ...
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President Trump signs executive order declassifying files on JFK, RFK and MLK Jr assassinations
President Trump has signed an order to declassify files on the assassinations of former President John F. Kennedy and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
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Griffin MSI art exhibit marks 55 years of Black creativity
The exhibition provides opportunities to those who may not have seen pursuing creative dreams as a career option. The Griffin MSI has connected with the ...
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Ku Klux Klan flyers in Kentucky order immigrants to ‘leave now,’ police say
Police are investigating after racist flyers purportedly issued by the Ku Klux Klan that directed immigrants to “leave now” and “avoid deportation” were found in several Kentucky cities on ...