USF men's hoops coach out after report detailing 'unacceptable' comments to players
University of South Florida assistant men's basketball coach Tom Herrion is out of a job after an investigation substantiated comments he made that either toed the racial line – or went over it.
University of South Florida assistant men's basketball coach Tom Herrion is out of a job after an investigation substantiated comments he made that either toed the racial line – or went over it.
'Rainbow Washing:' A disturbing trend of using rainbow symbols when practices are not LGBT friendly
It’s not uncommon to see the symbol of Pride – a rainbow flag or the colors of the rainbow – prominently displayed. And some critics say that’s creating another problem.
It’s not uncommon to see the symbol of Pride – a rainbow flag or the colors of the rainbow – prominently displayed. And some critics say that’s creating another problem.
Supreme Court defers Harvard case on race in college admissions
The Supreme Court asked the Justice Department to weigh in on a case claiming that Harvard discriminates against Asian American applicants.
The Supreme Court asked the Justice Department to weigh in on a case claiming that Harvard discriminates against Asian American applicants.
Interactive Timeline: Critical moments that led to social justice movement
A FOX 11 documentary series looks back at the critical moments that led to social justice movement.
A FOX 11 documentary series looks back at the critical moments that led to social justice movement.
Support of same-sex marriage in US reaches all-time high, poll finds
U.S. support for same-sex marriage has reached an all-time high, Gallup said. And for the first time, a majority of Republicans are also in favor.
U.S. support for same-sex marriage has reached an all-time high, Gallup said. And for the first time, a majority of Republicans are also in favor.
The Black Wall Street app aims to build lost financial history
A nationwide tour for a new app called The Black Wall Street wrapped up with a stop in Tampa, and its founders said they hope to use the app to help build what was destroyed throughout history.
A nationwide tour for a new app called The Black Wall Street wrapped up with a stop in Tampa, and its founders said they hope to use the app to help build what was destroyed throughout history.
Lakeland man says mobile home park threatened eviction for pride flag
For many, the pride flag symbolizes equality, but one Lakeland man says his mobile home park won’t allow it. He says management is now warning him that if he doesn't take his flag down, he could be evicted.
For many, the pride flag symbolizes equality, but one Lakeland man says his mobile home park won’t allow it. He says management is now warning him that if he doesn't take his flag down, he could be evicted.
Middle school drops Confederate soldier’s name to take NASA’s Katherine Johnson’s
A Virginia school board held a naming ceremony where they removed the name of a Confederate soldier from a middle school and replaced it with Katherine Johnson — the NASA legend.
A Virginia school board held a naming ceremony where they removed the name of a Confederate soldier from a middle school and replaced it with Katherine Johnson — the NASA legend.
Breonna Taylor mural unveiled in Louisville ahead of her birthday weekend
Breonna Taylor would have turned 28 on June 5. A Louisville councilwoman and a nonprofit revealed a mural in her honor Friday, and several other events are planned around the city.
Breonna Taylor would have turned 28 on June 5. A Louisville councilwoman and a nonprofit revealed a mural in her honor Friday, and several other events are planned around the city.
NFL shares Pride-themed logo, says it stands with LGBTQ+ community
The NFL says it stands with the LGBTQ+ community in honor of Pride Month 2021 and shared its famed logo in rainbow colors.
The NFL says it stands with the LGBTQ+ community in honor of Pride Month 2021 and shared its famed logo in rainbow colors.
Florida Holocaust Museum plans major security upgrades after anti-Semitic vandalism
The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Pete is planning nearly half a million dollars in security upgrades as local police and the FBI continue to investigate who spray-painted a swastika and anti-Semitic message on the building.
The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Pete is planning nearly half a million dollars in security upgrades as local police and the FBI continue to investigate who spray-painted a swastika and anti-Semitic message on the building.
Biden commemorates Tulsa Massacre 100th anniversary
During the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race massacre, President Joe Biden announced he has tapped Vice President Kamala Harris to lead efforts in stricter voter protection as well as pushing for police reform.
During the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race massacre, President Joe Biden announced he has tapped Vice President Kamala Harris to lead efforts in stricter voter protection as well as pushing for police reform.
Tulsa Race Massacre: 100 years ago, a White mob torched 'Black Wall Street' and slaughtered Black residents
This May 31 and June 1 will mark 100 years since the Tulsa Race Massacre. A White mob stormed a Black neighborhood in Tulsa’s Greenwood District – leaving an estimated 300 people dead. Scholars have called it "the single worst incident of racial violence in American history."
This May 31 and June 1 will mark 100 years since the Tulsa Race Massacre. A White mob stormed a Black neighborhood in Tulsa’s Greenwood District – leaving an estimated 300 people dead. Scholars have called it "the single worst incident of racial violence in American history."
Tampa Citizens Review Board holds meeting amid political fight
Under rules instituted in 2015 after an outcry over tickets given to Black bicyclists, the mayor currently appoints six members, but is willing to go 5-5 with the council. However, councilors are nearing a final vote to appoint seven members and relegate the mayor to three.
Under rules instituted in 2015 after an outcry over tickets given to Black bicyclists, the mayor currently appoints six members, but is willing to go 5-5 with the council. However, councilors are nearing a final vote to appoint seven members and relegate the mayor to three.
Bay Area activists reflect on the year since George Floyd's murder
Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of former police officer Derek Chauvin and people across the country gathered and reflected on his memory and progress on police reform. For Black Lives Matter Tampa co-founder Donna Davis, it was a day of reflection.
Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of former police officer Derek Chauvin and people across the country gathered and reflected on his memory and progress on police reform. For Black Lives Matter Tampa co-founder Donna Davis, it was a day of reflection.
Mural stands as constant reminder on anniversary of George Floyd's death
Master Barber Kenneth Daniels watched the Derek Chauvin trail from inside the Power Circle Barber Shop in Tampa, reliving the pain over and over again. Behind the shop is a mural of Floyd alongside Breonna Taylor, Travyon Martin and Amaud Aubrey each death sparking calls for action.
Master Barber Kenneth Daniels watched the Derek Chauvin trail from inside the Power Circle Barber Shop in Tampa, reliving the pain over and over again. Behind the shop is a mural of Floyd alongside Breonna Taylor, Travyon Martin and Amaud Aubrey each death sparking calls for action.
Tampa Pride is first in country for 2021
Tampa Pride in Ybor City is not only the community’s first event and parade since the pandemic, but it’s also the first pride celebration in the country.
Tampa Pride in Ybor City is not only the community’s first event and parade since the pandemic, but it’s also the first pride celebration in the country.
House OKs bill to combat hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Congress has passed legislation aimed at combating hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Congress has passed legislation aimed at combating hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
First all-Black forward starting line showcases Lightning, NHL's focus on diversity
The first faceoff Monday night between the Lightning and Panthers was also the first of its kind. It was the first time a full line of forward players who are Black started an NHL game.
The first faceoff Monday night between the Lightning and Panthers was also the first of its kind. It was the first time a full line of forward players who are Black started an NHL game.
Overtown, Sarasota's first Black community, celebrated through Rosemary District mural project
The streets that make up the Rosemary District – once known as Overtown – date back to the 1880s.
The streets that make up the Rosemary District – once known as Overtown – date back to the 1880s.