21 h. ago Arson destroyed a church named for MLK. Today, it celebrates his legacy

Five years ago, a predominantly Black church named after Martin Luther King Jr. was burned down in a suspected hate crime. Monday, they'll mark their first MLK holiday since reopening.

Culture

21 h. ago Destroyed by arson, church named for MLK focuses on its rebirth on namesake's holiday

Five years ago, a predominantly Black church named after Martin Luther King Jr. was burned down in a suspected hate crime. Monday, they'll mark their first MLK holiday since reopening.

Politics

4 d. ago Arson destroys 'iconic' Scottish church, uncovering historic time capsule beneath the ruins

A Scottish church destroyed by arson and mourned by the community revealed a hidden time capsule from the 1960s — offering a glimpse into the congregation's past.

Culture

5 d. ago MLK concert held annually at the Kennedy Center for 23 years is relocating

Georgetown is moving Let Freedom Ring, its annual event celebrating the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., to the historic Howard Theatre in order to save money, the university said.

Politics

5 d. ago MLK Day concert held annually at the Kennedy Center for 23 years is relocating

Georgetown University is moving Let Freedom Ring, its annual event celebrating the life of Martin Luther King Jr., to the historical Howard Theatre in order to save money, the university said.

Politics

8 d. ago Mississippi synagogue burned in arson attack, suspect in custody

Suspect arrested after apparent arson destroys sacred Torahs at Mississippi's largest synagogue. FBI investigating the blaze at Beth Israel Congregation.

Events

1 week ago 2026 LA's Official MLK Jr. Day Parade: ABC7 to broadcast Los Angeles MLK celebration on Jan. 19

2026 LA's Official MLK Jr. Day Parade: ABC7 to broadcast Los Angeles MLK celebration on Jan. 19  ABC7 Los Angeles

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