Many public institutions will close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, while some private businesses will remain open. Here's what to know.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday honoring the civil rights icon, falls on Monday, Jan. 20. Here's what to know.

Residents across Michigan are preparing to celebrate and honor Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 20. Several events celebrating the holiday and the civil rights leader’s legacy are scheduled throughout Michigan this month.

People gathered Monday to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day. It’s an event that brings together the community through music, storytelling, and fellowship.

Monday has been proclaimed as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Michigan by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist.

Many school districts have closed Thursday, Jan. 23, as snowfall continues - particularly along the lakeshore - in a weeklong winter storm.

Jordan Gulkis, spokeswoman for the Lansing Police Department, told the State Journal there was an electrical fire but no one was injured.

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this Muskegon Heights skate spot at 1775 Evanston Ave. on Monday, Jan. 20. The event is open to all, starting at $8 admission, but babies and toddlers up to 32 inches tall can enter and watch for free.

Across Michigan, there were several events celebrating MLK Day with an eye on Trump's plans as he becomes president

Martin Luther King Jr. Day activities were held on Monday at Alpena Community College, hosted by the MLK Beloved Community of Northeast Michigan. Activities included crafts and storytime for children,

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

Braving the cold, the MSU community came together on Monday morning to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy at the 45th annual commemorative march in the IM East gym.