MLK’s Daughter Wants Her Mother’s Work Published

Bernice King, the daughter of the late Coretta Scott King, wants her mother’s letters, speeches, and commentary published.
04.01.17
Dr. King’s Legacy To Be Honored During MLK…

During the event, actors, activists, and musicians will pay homage to Dr. King with recitations of his most revered speeches,…
01.14.17
NEWS ROUNDUP: GOP Backs Away From Plan To…

After meeting on Tuesday afternoon, GOP members collectively agreed not to move forward with their proposed changes.
01.04.17
Study Shows Blacks And Whites Differ On Perceptions…

New data shows a racial divide when it comes to how historical events are viewed.
01.02.17
Ex-Segregationist Mississippi Gov. William Winter Among 2016 National…

The 93-year-old activist was honored Thursday for his work in civil rights at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts…
10.21.16
NEWS ROUNDUP: Cam Newton Believes America Is ‘Beyond’…

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton missed a huge opportunity to make a stand about race issues in a recent GQ…
08.17.16
From Harry Belafonte To Michael B. Jordan, These…

Monday night's event highlighted historic speeches by civil rights heroes like MLK, Malcolm X, Fred Hampton, Sojourner Truth, and Shirley…
01.20.16
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Happy Birthday! 15 Coretta Scott King Quotes That…
04.27.15
NewsOne Now: Selma Movie Special [VIDEO]

Oprah Opens Up About Selma And Why She Had To Get Involved With The Film  Roland Martin, host of “NewsOne…
02.16.15
Ava DuVernay: People Of Every Color Are Committed…

“Selma” director Ava DuVernay addressed attendees of the 46th Annual NAACP Image Awards with a heartfelt and passionate message about #BlackLivesMatter.…
04.27.18
Rep. Sewell Wants Selma’s “Foot Soldiers” To Receive…

Congresswoman Terri Sewell wants the Civil Rights marchers of Selma to be recognized by Congress for the work and sacrifices they…
04.10.18
Stars Of “Selma” Share Details Of Bringing MLK…

In 1965 the world watched as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lead marches on a relentless campaign for voting rights…
01.19.15
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebrations: What’s…

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (pictured), one of America’s greatest civil rights leaders, a stellar orator and exemplary humanitarian, who…
07.02.19
New Yorker Magazine Cover Depicts MLK, Trayvon Martin…

Cartoonist and illustrator Barry Blitt is best known for his work with The New Yorker, and his latest cover for the…
01.19.15
8 Fascinating Facts About Dr. Martin Luther King…

At this time of year there are many different posts about Martin Luther King Jr. Usually they rehash the same…
01.15.15
“Rose In A Fisted Glove”: Carmen Ejogo On…

Roland Martin, host of “NewsOne Now” talked with Carmen Ejogo about her role as Coretta Scott King in the Martin Luther…
01.07.15
Actor David Oyelowo Shares His Views On ‘Selma’…

Roland Martin sat down with  David Oyelowo to talk about the Martin Luther King, Jr. biopic, “Selma” and shares his thoughts…
01.06.15