On the third Monday of the month, federal, state and local governments, institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The annual day of remembrance for Martin Luther King Jr. is less than two weeks away, falling on Monday, Jan. 20, the same day as Inauguration Day this year. Here’s what to know about Martin Luther King Jr. and why we celebrate his impact each year.

Inauguration Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day fall on the same Monday this year — here's how that may impact you.

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.

Here is what to know about what businesses and services that will remain open and which ones will take the day off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Monday, January 20, commemorates the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the holiday coincides with President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, though the majority of business closures will be for MLK Day.

In these quiet ways — and others — people across the Washington region will honor Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday while thousands of others converge on the nation’s capital to celebrate President-elect Trump being sworn in for a second term.

"I just want to live in hope that some of the ideals of the late Dr. King might flow over into this new administration," said one advocate.

Events honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and advocating for his vision of a just, nonviolent society will occur the same day as Donald Trump's second presidential inauguration.

The upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20th is expected to bring thousands of drivers to key destinations honoring Dr. King’s legacy. DeMayo Law, a leader in the legal industry and advocates for road safety,

All lanes of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive between Julian Street and Douglas Street are closed due to a car crash with injuries, the Greensboro Police Department says. Motorists are asked to use caution and please use alternate routes of travel in affected areas.