It was first proposed four days after King’s 1968 assassination outside a Memphis motel. It took 15 years until it became a federal holiday.

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy by participating in any of these 11 events around Louisville for MLK Day.

Rev. Dr. John Moore of Dover Christian Church in Delaware has memorized more than a dozen of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches.

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

Stand-up comic Ryan Davis tours all over the country, and this weekend we’ve got him headlining the Comedy Castle. You may have seen him on HBO’s “All Def Comedy,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” or the show “Insecure.” 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. Fri. and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sat. $30. 310 S. Troy, Royal Oak. (248) 542-9900. Comedycastle.com.

Many folks may wonder if banks or post offices will be open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here's everything you need to know.

The holiday is the only federally-designated day of service. People are encouraged to participate in a “day of action” and spend the day doing something charitable to uplift their communities.