Trans activist, journalist Monica Roberts dies at 58
The passing of Trans Activist and Journalist Monica Roberts is being mourned by Houston and the nation. She is remembered for her work advocating for the fair treatment of her Black trans sisters.
BrainPOP video discussing Black Lives Matter divides parents in Sarasota County
Parents in Sarasota County showed up at Tuesday night's school board meeting, some to raise concerns and others to show support for a new video on their children's online education platform 'BrainPOP.'
'MAGA' demonstrator rips Nazi flag; BLM demonstrators march in silence in downtown St. Pete
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at South Straub Park for a "rally for peace" and a Black Lives Matter rally late Saturday.
1920 Ocoee Election Day Massacre: Florida museum seeks to shine light on dark day
Ahead of the 100-year mark of the Ocoee Election Day Massacre, the Orange County Regional Historical Center is opening the most comprehensive, academic exhibition on the topic.
Weapons come out as protesters clash in downtown St. Pete
Clashing protests near downtown St. Petersburg's waterfront turned scary Saturday night after a counter-protester pulled out a gun -- and it was all caught on camera.
'Mobs harassing innocent people': DeSantis condemns intense confrontations by St. Pete protesters
Before Governor Ron DeSantis announced the state will move onto Phase 3 of its reopening, he had a few words to share about the recent confrontations involving a group of St. Pete protesters that went viral.
Cream of Wheat removing Black chef from packaging following branding review announced in June
Cream of Wheat is ditching the Black chef from its packaging as food companies reconsider marketing imagery that appears to rely on racial stereotypes.
'What do we do with this pain?' Many ask in Breonna Taylor case
“The question obviously is: What do we do with this pain?” Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer said during a news conference. “There is no one answer, no easy answer to that question.”
Time, money, trust: Plans to reform policing in Tampa begin to take shape
Reform measures and oversight are large undertakings and city council has already begun working with Tampa's task force on policing.
St. Pete protests become heated following Breonna Taylor grand jury decision, videos show
In the hours after the grand jury decision was announced in the Breonna Taylor case, reactions and protests spread across the country -- including right in St. Petersburg, where two intense confrontations occurred Wednesday night.
For NBA players, Breonna Taylor grand jury decision 'not enough'
Many NBA players have met, virtually, with members of Breonna Taylor’s family to offer support. They say the grand jury’s decision in the case was “not enough.”
2 officers shot in Louisville amid protests over Breonna Taylor case, 1 suspect in custody
Louisville police said both officers are expected to recover after being shot during protests over the decision in the Breonna Taylor case.
Breonna Taylor: Celebrities speak out against charging decision in case
Actor Kerry Washington urged people to vote, while actor and recording artist Common used quotes from James Baldwin to express his feelings.
Ben's Original: Mars drops Uncle Ben's name for rice brand
The Uncle Ben’s rice brand is changing its name to Ben's Original.
After 30 years of service, retiring Sarasota officer offers perspective on police relations
Retired Sarasota Police Department Sgt. Eric Bolden received a heartfelt 'thank you' from officers, co-workers and friends Tuesday upon his retirement.
Critics blast proposed protest legislation as unconstitutional violation of civil rights
Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed his “law and order” plan on Monday at the Polk Sheriff’s Office in Winter Haven. Critics see it as a political move aimed at distracting voters from other issues that they say he handled badly, like COVID-19.
Vice-chair of Lakeland police advisory board steps down, remains as board member
The Lakeland Police Citizen Advisory Board is meant to mend relations between police and the community, but there's concern one member's Facebook post could cause further divide.
Being Black in modern society: USF to launch 23 studies on impacts of racism and inequality
As the nation reckons with systemic racism and how to move forward, researchers at the University of South Florida are focusing on how it exists in Tampa Bay and abroad.
Culture Conversations: US Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams, The Ringer’s Van Lathan
Culture Conversations is an engaging and informative FOX 11 digital program aimed at closely examining the issues that our nation is grappling with at this moment: race, inequality, justice, policing, political strength, and what these issues mean to our future.
Hillsborough County commissioners declare racism a public health crisis
Hillsborough County commissioners unanimously voted Wednesday to declare racism a public health crisis. But it was Commissioner Les Miller, the only African American commissioner on the board, whose words seemed to stand out most.