The state Capitol stairs serve as a stark example of complicated work performed by a complicated man, who lived a remarkable life.

Events in Selma, Ala. six decades ago helped win support for the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Today local activists say they're ...

King was known for his craftsmanship, particularly his intricate spiral staircases in the Alabama State Capitol. Despite facing the challenges of slavery and racial prejudice, King became a ...