MLK Day

As the Delaware Valley communities observe a day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., many believe his legacy should go beyond just one day. NBC10’s Steven Fisher explains.

In a story January 18, 2021, about the inauguration, The Associated Press erroneously reported that 200,000 small flags displayed on the National Mall were placed there to honor the nearly 400,000 Americans killed in the coronavirus pandemic

As the nation celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a local man reflects on the time he worked with the civil rights icon. NBC10’s Brandon Hudson has his story.

The annual celebration of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday in his hometown in Atlanta is calling for renewed dedication to nonviolence following a turbulent year

Just two days before taking office, President-elect Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, went to Philabundance in South Philadelphia to pack boxes of food Monday. NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle reports on the security measures in place as the Bidens participate in the MLK Day project aimed at helping people dealing with food insecurity.

For many, Civil Rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. is still best known for his “I Have A Dream” speech at the 1963 March on Washington. But Emory University’s political science professor Andra Gillespie says Dr. King’s legacy is more complex and significant than those inspirational words. She joined LX News to talk about the uncomfortable conversations Americans still need...

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the entire nation pauses in remembrance of the Civil Rights icon. But did you know it took nearly 32 years of fighting for the day to become a federal holiday? NBCLX breaks down the events that led to a national celebration in honor of Dr. King.

President-elect Joe Biden is marking MLK Day by doing a volunteer project at a Philadelphia food bank Monday morning. NBC10’s Randy Gyllenhaal has a preview.

NBC10 First Alert Weather meteorologist Bill Henley is tracking clouds and sun Monday.

The coronavirus pandemic won’t stop Philadelphia’s annual Day of Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. But as NBC10’s Steven Fisher tells us, the events will look different this year.

The African American Museum in Philadelphia is marking MLK Weekend with a series of virtual events. Philly Live’s Aunyea Lachelle gets details on the projects and events being offered.

NBC10’s Matt DeLucia spent the holiday at the Wright Rec Center in Mantua learning about a team effort between police and the community they serve. The goal is to create unity and promote safety.

The bitter blast didn’t stop people from putting a little sweat into their service projects on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. NBC10’s Cydney Long spoke to people braving the elements for the community in Gloucester Township, New Jersey.

Thousands of volunteers in Philadelphia will gather to honor Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy at Girard College with charitable activities, including lunch packing and encouraging census participation. NBC10’s Pamela Osborne reports.

Dr. Stephne Coney sits down with NBC10’s Rosemary Connors to discuss National Stop the Violence Alliance’s upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Day brunch featuring food, live music, and vendors. The brunch will take place on Jan. 20, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Cherry Hill, NJ.