A foster child and street hustler who went on to become a world leader, Malcolm X electrified some audiences and terrified others with his aggressive brand of Islamic teachings and black nationalism.

May 19: Malcolm X is born Malcolm Little in Omaha, Nebraska, the fourth of Earl and Louise Little's seven children. Earl, a Baptist minister, is a follower of Marcus Garvey's black nationalism ...

Today, however, Kendi is back with an upcoming book, “Malcolm Lives!” Billed as the first major biography of Malcolm X for young people in more than 30 years, it’s set to be published in May ...