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Dec 08 2023
News
Bystanders Stop Woman Pouring Gas On Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birth Home: Cops
A woman attempted to burn down the birth home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta on Thursday but was stopped by several bystanders after pouring gasoline on the historic property, police said. Two people visiting from Utah interrupted the woman as she poured gasoline on the home’s front porch. She was physically detained by two off-duty police officers, who were visiting from New York,
HuffPostDec 08 2023
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Woman Arrested After Trying to Set Fire to Birth Home of Martin Luther King Jr.
A woman has been arrested by police in Atlanta, Georgia, after allegedly attempting to set fire to the birth home of former minister and civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr., according to officials. Law enforcement officers arrived at the home at around 5:45 p.m. on Dec. 7 following a report of vandalism in progress, according to a statement from Atlanta Police. Upon arriving at the
The Epoch TimesApr 02 2023
News
Take a look: New Martin Luther King Jr. statue unveiled in Atlanta
The statue was designed by artist Kathy Fincher, who co-sculptured it with Stan Mullins, and it was inspired directly by the King’s last speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop,”
A large crowd turned out for the afternoon unveiling, which followed a peace walk and the presentation of the first recipients of the World Peace Revival Legacy Award. Former Atlanta mayor and U.N. ambassador
Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionJan 16 2023
Opinion
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: the very best of America
Were Martin Luther King alive in 2023 to celebrate his 94th birthday, what would he have to say about his nation’s contentious racial landscape?
America is a far different place from the nation that saw King felled by an assassin’s bullet in 1968 at the young age of 39.
The United States has seen an African-American serve two terms as president — something King likely thought
New York Post (Opinion)Dec 08 2023
News
Woman in custody after allegedly trying to burn down birth home of Martin Luther King Jr.
Two off-duty New York City Police Department officers and a pair of tourists from Utah are being lauded for assisting police in the arrest of a black woman after she allegedly tried to burn down the birth home of Martin Luther King Jr. The residence, which is hailed by Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum as the "jewel of the city," was almost lit ablaze Thursday around 5:45 p.m., according
Washington ExaminerJan 15 2018
Headline Roundup
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.
Today the nation celebrates the life and memory of Martin Luther King Jr. almost 50 years after his assassination.
Washington Post CNN (Online News) Fox News (Online News)Jan 16 2023
News
Chicago, nation honor life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
CHICAGO (CBS) -- From dramatic readings to songs, one of Chicago's largest celebrations of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. started bright and early on Monday, the federal holiday marking the civil rights leader's birthday. Rainbow PUSH hosted its 33rd annual PUSH For Excellence Breakfast at the Marriott Marquis in the South Loop. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray served as an emcee. The event focuses on the
CBS News (Online)Jan 13 2024
News
Jacksonians attend annual Martin Luther King parade
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – What started out as a motorcade has grown into one of the most looked forward to parades in Jackson. The annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Day parade was held on Saturday, January 13. The parade served as more than just entertainment. It’s a thriving testament to the sacrifices made by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “It’s a special day, not only for Martin Luther King, but
WJTV 12Jan 18 2021
Perspectives Blog
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Value of Nonviolence Shared by Democrats and Republicans
From the CenterThis viewpoint is from a writer rated Center.
Monday is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Of his many profound legacies, one is his longstanding commitment to political nonviolence to achieve social change.
That goal to avoid political violence may seem threatened in America today, but surveys suggest Americans still side with nonviolent political actions.
James Coan