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6 L.A. Spots For Pecan Pie, A Martin Luther King Jr. Favorite

6 L.A. Spots For Pecan Pie, A Martin Luther King Jr. Favorite

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 ›

Experience 'I Have A Dream,' 'Beyond Vietnam' Plus A Clip Of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Last Speech

Experience 'I Have A Dream,' 'Beyond Vietnam' Plus A Clip Of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Last Speech

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 ›

Volunteer Events, Parades & Documentaries: How Los Angeles Is Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Volunteer Events, Parades & Documentaries: How Los Angeles Is Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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 ›

Get Outdoors For FREE At Angeles National Forest In Honor Of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Get Outdoors For FREE At Angeles National Forest In Honor Of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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 ›

Surf Shop Sorry for MLK Day 'Respect' Sale On Black Items

Surf Shop Sorry for MLK Day 'Respect' Sale On Black Items

Nothing says "Respect" for the rarely intertwined realms of surf culture and African-American civil rights than a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day-themed sale. Unfortunately, the promotion was a total wipeout at Laguna Beach's Thalia Surf Shop, according to CBS2, and yesterday the business issued an apology for their misguided marketing. more ›

What's Happening (or Not) Today Due To MLK Jr. Day Holiday

What's Happening (or Not) Today Due To MLK Jr. Day Holiday

Today Americans honor the life and legacy of Civil Rights advocate and leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On this legal holiday, many Californians have a day off work, though the credo has become "It's a day on," meaning a day to do good work, rather than rest. Today is a "Day of Service," so there are community projects going on all over Los Angeles, as well as celebrations and recreation activities in which to engage. more ›

King for 3 Days: MLK Jr. Day Weekend Events Around Town

King for 3 Days: MLK Jr. Day Weekend Events Around Town

It's been 25 years since the first Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was commemorated in America. Now, it's not only a federal holiday, but also a day of community service. Don't fret if Monday isn't a work holiday for you, there's plenty to do this weekend. Whether you choose to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of service or a day of leisure, here is a list of things to do. more ›

Downtown's Standard Hotel Charged With Chemical Dumping

Downtown's Standard Hotel Charged With Chemical Dumping

There was a little something "extra" in the air Downtown on Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year, and it wasn't part of the celebration. It was "a cloud of noxious gas," that caused some folks to vomit and one "Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy to experience a burning sensation in his eyes and lungs," according to the LA Times. more ›

Work-Free Tomorrow For MLK Day? Use Your Time For Good!

Work-Free Tomorrow For MLK Day? Use Your Time For Good!

Many businesses and institutions will be closed around the nation and in Los Angeles tomorrow in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Although most people are perfectly pleased to spend the third day of a three-day weekend lolling about in bed, hunkering down in front of the television set, or enjoying some fun in our winter sun, there's a large-scale movement focused on making tomorrow about doing good for others and not just yourself. more ›

Tuesday news, sans Globes

Tuesday news, sans Globes

Quick, where were you 12 years ago today? Here's a hint: at 4:31am, the Northridge Quake hit. The Daily News remembers and looks at new earthquake sensing technologies. more ›

"The Best That America Ever Was"

Today, we as a nation celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. more ›

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