For some Black women, the high road led to the nation’s memorial to the civil rights leader.

MLK Day, celebrated by many, reflects the enduring impact of Martin Luther King Jr., as 93% of Americans honor his life and legacy.

Martin Luther King Jr. “called for the prioritization of people over profit and for more equitable distribution of wealth and resources.“

Family and others carrying on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality, justice and nonviolent protest want Americans to remember that Monday's holiday is really about helping others.

"Unity is now returning to America, and confidence and pride is soaring like never before in everything we do," Trump said.

As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. The 2025 MLK Day Beloved Community Commemorative Service kicks off at 9 a.m. on Monday, and you can watch it live from home.

Organizations across the NYC area are marking MLK Day with special events honoring the civil rights leader's legacy.

The City of Springfield will hold its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Flag Raising on Monday. The celebration will take place at noon inside of Springfield City Hall. Officer installations for the 2025 Greater Springfield NAAPC will also be recognized at the event. The flag raising is free and open to the public.

The Inauguration occurred inside the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. Coincidentally, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday, was also observed Monday. Does this make Inauguration Day a federal holiday,

Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day overlap for the third time in the history of the United States. Citizens across the country are in high spirits as they recall the efforts and sacrifices of Martin Luther King Jr.

National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., patrol the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial on Jan. 18, 2021. The memorial was closed to the public through Jan. 21 due to security concerns surrounding the presidential inauguration scheduled for Jan.