Long before it became an unofficial start of summer, a day removed from work and an excuse for family gatherings, Memorial ...

We are increasing security measures on campus for the remainder of the school year to support a safe and secure environment,” ...

The two leaders had radically opposing but important approaches to the fight for equality, rights and justice for Black ...

Mississippi celebrates the birthday of Confederate President Jefferson Davis on Memorial Day. Here's what to know about the state holiday ...

Memorial Day is coming soon. Some stores will close for the holiday. Will packages be delivered? What to know in Mississippi before federal holiday ...

Donald Trump was sworn in on MLK Day, the holiday that celebrates the life and legacy of civil rights icon, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King, III, co-founder and chair of the Drum ...

Mother's Day's history is dramatic as hell. Moms have been around for a long time, and so have celebrations to honor them. These kinds of celebrations have been around at least since the ancient ...

Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday of May. This year, it falls on May 26. What is the origin of Memorial Day? Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, began after the ...

Mother's Day in the U.S. is celebrated on the second Sunday of May, while in Mexico it's celebrated annually on May 10. The modern Mother's Day originated with Ann Jarvis's efforts to promote ...

Boykins played a crucial role in the 1992 campaign for Arizona to officially recognize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Boykins was part of the "Victory Together Team," working alongside notable ...

The holiday is meant to honor motherhood, but the establishment of the day was anything but simple. What should it mean? How should it be observed? Behind the flowers and cards lies a history tangled ...

(CNN) — Here’s a look at Memorial Day, a day honoring American soldiers who died serving the country in wars. It is observed annually in the United States on the last Monday in May. Several ...