Martin Luther King Jr. spoke at Ohio Northern University in 1968. One woman remembers the impact the prominent civil rights leader’s words had at the rural northwest Ohio school.

At a recent celebration in the Ohio Valley, the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. were commemorated with a focus on patriotism, gratitude, and sacrifice

There's no shortage of events happening to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20. While many businesses and stores may be closed that day, plenty of programs and events will take place throughout Ohio. The state's tourism site lists a number of ...

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission announced the winners of the annual Ohio MLK Awards honoring the service and achievements

Events in both Weirton and Steubenville celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day by reflecting on the life and work of the civil rights icon. In Weirton, those who came to the Dunbar Recreation Center were able to view a radio-style play,

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — 2025 marks 40 years since Martin Luther King Jr. Day became a federal holiday across the nation. Though, here in Columbus, there is an annual celebration that embodies the morals and values of the Civil Rights leader.

Today's local leaders expressed defiance toward Trump, while young speakers at the Columbus celebration spoke in hopeful tones about the future.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center in Steubenville hosted a remembrance ceremony for Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., replacing t

Many public institutions are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, while some private businesses remain open. Here's what to know.

Less than three months before he was assassinated and at the height of his international fame, civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr., spoke at Ohio Northern University about the fight for ...

MLK Day open house at Ohio History Center in Columbus The ... a free public event in the afternoon in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Cleveland Orchestra will have a free MLK Community ...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on Monday, Jan. 20. Groups and organizations are commemorating the civil rights leader with events and activities.