A spontaneous Internet search schooled us in one of Martin Luther King Jr.'s favorite foods - pecan pie. Historians say the southern gentleman loved the nutty, crusty dessert, which is believed to have originated in New Orleans. Below are six Los Angeles eateries offering some of the best in pecan pie. Go on, abandon that new year's resolution today and indulge in honor of Dr. King. more ›

Today, America celebrates an iconic man who selflessly lost his life in the fight for racial equality and against discrimination, and we here at LAist felt compelled to serve up a video lunch tribute to the charismatic orator. more ›

Numerous events are taking place today in Los Angeles County to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Los Angeles is giving back with volunteer events, museum tributes and city celebrations. Read on for details on how you can participate in today's national holiday. more ›

If a lack of money was your excuse for refusing a hiking invitation this weekend, you'll have to use your backup reason. In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which falls on Monday, January 16, the Angeles National Forest will waive fees for visitors. more ›

We have all heard quotes from Martin Luther King Jr.'s historic "I Have a Dream" speech. Few people have had the opportunity to hear the speech in its entirety. Delivered at the 1963 March on Washington, this speech helped to establish King as a national figure and proponent of ending social injustice through civil disobedience and nonviolence. The following year, in 1964, King won the Nobel Peace Prize. It is worth taking the time to listen to this speech, whose message is still relevent and inspirational today. more ›