U.S. Representative John Conyers Jr. of Michigan first proposed a bill on April 8, 1968, ... President Ronald Reagan’s signature created Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service as a federal holiday.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed almost 60 years ago Friday. Here is a quick look into his life and remarkable legacy.

A look back at local, national and world events through Deseret News archives. On April 3, 1968, civil rights leader Martin ...

NEW YORK — Monday, Jan. 20, commemorates the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. This year ... King’s assassination in 1968, US Rep. John Conyers of Michigan introduced legislation ...