CHICAGO — Days before the nation commemorates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Chicago leaders and lawmakers on Friday united to mark what the civil rights leader meant to the city and the world. Chicago historian Shermann 'Dilla' Thomas was among the attendees at the Marriott Marquis Chicago on South Prairie Avenue, as was Rev. Jesse Jackson and former Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx. "I know when we think about Dr. King…

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The event brings elected leaders and community members together to celebrate the legacy of King and his impact on Chicago.

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The Homestead and Florida City communities will unite to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the annual MLK Community Breakfast on Friday, January 17, […] The post Homestead to Host Annual Community Breakfast Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. first appeared on Miami's Community News.

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The Brenham Activist Association will sponsor its annual Martin Luther King Jr. candlelight vigil from 5 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20, at The Cannery Kitchen, 314 E. Alamo St. in Brenham.

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Each year, the 10-person Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Committee organizes a series of events around King’s birthday. This year is no exception, with the addition of a tribute honoring the committee’s efforts in organizing the celebration over the years.The festivities kick off on Friday, Jan. 17, with an opening garlanding ceremony, community awards program and a candlelight vigil, Saturday includes a Clovis Police Department community …

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