Student loan forgiveness program getting Trump overhaul: What’s changing
Here’s a look at how President Trump and the Education Department are looking to reshape the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which cancels student debt for some employees after 10 years.
Former In-N-Out Burger employee alleges in $3.2M lawsuit he was fired for his hairstyle
A former In-N-Out Burger employee filed a lawsuit and alleges he was fired for his hairstyle.
Ex-husband of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene apologizes to Muslim women
The man caught on camera shouting offensive remarks at a group of Muslim women in Alpharetta issued a public apology Friday afternoon.
USF doctor resigns after unearthed audio exposes him boasting about skirting anti-DEI laws
A university doctor has resigned from his position after Fox News Digital reported on unearthed audio where he touted how he has been avoiding anti-diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) laws in Florida while attacking state and federal officials, including top White House official Stephen Miller.
America’s Path to Equality: Bloody Sunday
This month, our nation remembers the heroes of Selma, Alabama. Sixty years ago, they marched for voting rights, survived brutal beatings, and inspired the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Tuskegee Airmen videos restored after DEI rollback
The Air Force has edited and restored training materials referring to the Tuskegee Airmen after a temporary delay to meet Trump’s rollback of DEI initiatives.
Holocaust Remembrance Day: Survivors spotlighted on 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation
The 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz was widely acknowledged Monday as the last major observance that any notable number of survivors will be able to attend.
Tuskegee Airmen videos removed from Air Force training under Trump DEI rollback
The Air Force has removed training courses for service members that included historical videos of Black Tuskegee Airmen and female World War II pilots to comply with Trump’s DEI ban.
St. Pete awarded $1.3 million for design plans to reconnect South St. Pete to downtown
The city of St. Petersburg was awarded $1.3 million in federal funding for design plans aimed at reconnecting South St. Pete to downtown.
McDonald's becomes latest company to roll back DEI goals
McDonald’s is revising its diversity goals and policies following a Supreme Court decision and shifting political dynamics.
Community rallies to save landmark African American hotel in Sarasota
At 1425 8th Street in Sarasota, you’ll find a piece of history that will live on.
List: Companies that have recently rolled back DEI policies
A number of major corporations rolled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid public pressure and criticism from some conservative activists.
What is Angelman syndrome? Colin Farrell opens up about 20-year-old son
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.
Florida played a critical role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act 60 years ago
America is celebrating a special and important anniversary. President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act 60 years ago, on July 2, 1964. And Florida played a critical role in getting it passed.
Civil rights activists reunite in St. Augustine 60 years after staged protests
America celebrated a breakthrough in civil rights in the nation’s oldest city. Tuesday, July 2, is the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
America celebrating anniversary in path to equality
America is celebrating a proud and important anniversary in the path to equality.
Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
City of Tampa to establish its first Black History Museum at historic church
On Monday, the Tampa Bay History Center and the Tampa Housing Authority formally announced that a new Black History Museum will be housed at the historic St.
Annual Gulfport Pride Festival celebrates love and diversity
The vibrant streets of Gulfport were illuminated in the colors of the rainbow on Saturday as neighbors, business owners and city leaders welcomed people from across Tampa Bay at their fourth annual Gulfport Pride Festival.