The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the nation.

Brevard honored Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday with a parade and other commemorations. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, also known as MLK Day, honors the American civil rights leader's birthday, although it rarely falls on that actual day. King was born Jan. 15, 1929, but the federal holiday is observed on the third Monday in January.

MLK Day, celebrated by many, reflects the enduring impact of Martin Luther King Jr., as 93% of Americans honor his life and legacy.

Organizations across the NYC area are marking MLK Day with special events honoring the civil rights leader's legacy.

See how this day off for most people became a day to pitch in and help other people who could use a helping hand.

Volunteers throughout Maryland gave back to their communities to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday. About 40 volunteers from Arts for Learning and CareFirst did their service at Baltimore's Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School for the annual Dr.

Thousands of community members dotted the Martin Luther King Jr. parade route in downtown Las Vegas on Monday, waving, cheering and braving cold temperatures to honor the Civil Rights Movement icon on his birthday.