This Day in Black History: April 9, 1968
The funeral for civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was held on April 9, 1968....
This Day in Black History: May 11, 1968
The Poor People's Campaign arrives in Washington, D.C....
This Day in Black History: Oct. 14, 1964
On Oct. 14, 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. received a Nobel Peace Prize for his work in the civil rig...
This Day in Black History: Sept. 20, 1958
On Sept. 20, 1958, legendary civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was seriously injured after...
This Day in Black History: May 16, 1929
John Conyers, Jr., an African-American politician and lawyer was born on May 16, 1929....
Before the Partying Begins, a Day of Service
On the National Day of Service, Americans mark President Obama's inauguration with volunteer servic...
Commentary: From Martin Luther King Jr. to Artur Davis in Less Than 50 Years
On the 49th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, Artur Davis will deliv...
This Day in Black History: Dec. 16, 1976
Andrew Young was nominated by President Jimmy Carter to be U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations on...
Martin Luther King Jr. Assassination Documentary to Be Aired
The Smithsonian Channel announced that in February it will broadcast a documentary showcasing news ...
This Day in Black History: Dec. 10, 1964
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. received Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway....
Malik Yoba: "It’s About Knowing What Your Purpose Is"
The Allegiance star talks about his new movie....
BET News Presents From King to President: America Celebrates
Join BET News as they report on a historic moment on a historic day....
Ohio Governor Declares MLK Day on the Wrong Date
John Kasich confused Martin Luther King Jr. Day with St. Patrick's Day....
Nation Ponders King in Wake of Arizona Shootings
ATLANTA – The federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr. has taken on added meaning for ...
Suspect Arrested in Case of Bomb at MLK Day Parade
Kevin William Harpham has been charged in the case of a bomb that had been placed at a Martin Luthe...
Greeley School Board Member Blasts MLK Day
Radio station owner allows slanderous criticism of civil rights icon to air....
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial to be Complete in 20 Months
The long-awaited Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington D.C., will be open to the public by ...
Commentary: Should Black History Month Be a Global Holiday?
For decades, Black History Month has been a time for African-Americans to reflect on the contributi...
Thousands Hit DC for MLK Memorial
Obama, Aretha Franklin, Nikki Giovanni and more pay homage....
Raheem DeVaughn Arrested at Occupy D.C. Protest
The R&B singer was jailed alongside Cornel West at the weekend rally....
