The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the nation.

Next Monday marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the federal holiday that honors the life and legacy of the American civil rights icon..

As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. The 2025 MLK Day Beloved Community Commemorative Service kicks off at 9 a.m. on Monday, and you can watch it live from home.

Here’s what to know about Martin Luther King Jr., why we celebrate his impact each year and when MLK Day is in 2025.

"February we celebrated it as Black History Month, but in reality, Black history is American history. And we can't forget that all of our stories matter."

MLK Day, celebrated by many, reflects the enduring impact of Martin Luther King Jr., as 93% of Americans honor his life and legacy.

The instructions were published Tuesday in a Defense Intelligence Agency memo and affect 11 annual events, including Black History Month, which begins Saturday, and National Hispanic Heritage

The Defense Intelligence Agency notified its employees that the Pentagon agency will not be observing a slew of holidays and heritage months in order to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders,

The Defense Intelligence Agency's pause comes in response to President Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal workplace.

The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause prohibiting all activities and events related to "special observances" to comply with President Donald Trump's executive order.