Top News Fire that engulfed historic Black church in Memphis was intentional, investigators say Published 4 weeks ago on May 22, 2025 By The Janitor A fire that severely damaged a historic Black church that served as the headquarters for a 1968 sanitation workers’ strike, which brought the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to Memphis, was intentionally set, investigators said Wednesday. Related Topics: Up Next How House Republicans’ big tax and spending vote will shape the next election Don't Miss House passes Trump’s deficit-swelling tax bill, with big Medicaid changes The Janitor Continue Reading You may like