Florida teacher says she was fired after discussing sexual orientation with middle school students
A Florida teacher says she revealed her sexual identity to her students only after she was asked, adding that "a lot of kids" came up to her and told her they were non-binary, bisexual, or gay. "A discussion happened in class and because of that, now I’m fired."
A Florida teacher says she revealed her sexual identity to her students only after she was asked, adding that "a lot of kids" came up to her and told her they were non-binary, bisexual, or gay. "A discussion happened in class and because of that, now I’m fired."
Kansas lawmaker said she didn't want to share restroom with transgender colleague
LGBTQ-rights advocates are calling for a Kansas state lawmaker to be formally censured after she said she didn't want to share the women’s restrooms at the Statehouse with a transgender colleague.
LGBTQ-rights advocates are calling for a Kansas state lawmaker to be formally censured after she said she didn't want to share the women’s restrooms at the Statehouse with a transgender colleague.
'Prom Sovereign': Jacksonville high school adds gender-neutral title to prom court
A Jacksonville high school is the first in Florida to add a gender-neutral title, "Prom Sovereign," to prom court. Any senior can run for the new prom title, regardless of their gender identity.
A Jacksonville high school is the first in Florida to add a gender-neutral title, "Prom Sovereign," to prom court. Any senior can run for the new prom title, regardless of their gender identity.
Alabama governor signs law banning medication for transgender youth
Alabama lawmakers approved sweeping legislation Thursday to outlaw gender-affirming medications for transgender youths, as well as a separate measure setting rules about school bathrooms and prohibiting early classroom instruction on sexual and gender identity — a bill critics have dubbed "Don’t Say Gay."
Alabama lawmakers approved sweeping legislation Thursday to outlaw gender-affirming medications for transgender youths, as well as a separate measure setting rules about school bathrooms and prohibiting early classroom instruction on sexual and gender identity — a bill critics have dubbed "Don’t Say Gay."
California city to give universal income to transgender, nonbinary residents regardless of earnings
Transgender residents in one California city are eligible to receive a universal basic income of up to $900 per month solely for identifying as transgender or nonbinary — no strings attached.
Transgender residents in one California city are eligible to receive a universal basic income of up to $900 per month solely for identifying as transgender or nonbinary — no strings attached.
NYC mayor buys billboards in Florida to denounce controversial law, lure unhappy Floridians to move north
New York City is launching an advertising campaign in Florida with billboards across the Sunshine State, including here in Tampa, to denounce the state's controversial Parental Rights in Education law that forbids instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in grades K-3. The billboards invite Floridians unhappy with the new law to move to NYC.
New York City is launching an advertising campaign in Florida with billboards across the Sunshine State, including here in Tampa, to denounce the state's controversial Parental Rights in Education law that forbids instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in grades K-3. The billboards invite Floridians unhappy with the new law to move to NYC.
Biden says government to stand up for transgender Americans against 'hateful' state bills
Biden said his administration is “standing up” for transgender Americans against what he's called “hateful bills” being passed at the state level.
Biden said his administration is “standing up” for transgender Americans against what he's called “hateful bills” being passed at the state level.
Disney no longer saying 'boys and girls' in recorded park greetings in order to promote gender inclusion
Disney is taking out "ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls" from their recorded theme park greetings in the company's push to promote gender inclusion and create a more welcoming environment for guests who do not identify as male or female.
Disney is taking out "ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls" from their recorded theme park greetings in the company's push to promote gender inclusion and create a more welcoming environment for guests who do not identify as male or female.
Voice your concerns: City of Tampa seeks public input on climate equity
The city of Tampa is partnering with the CLEO Institute as it develops its Climate Action and Equity Plan.
The city of Tampa is partnering with the CLEO Institute as it develops its Climate Action and Equity Plan.
Women's charitable group funds life-saving technology at St. Joseph's Hospital
March is Women's History Month and FOX 13 is are highlighting a group of women who are making a difference at a Bay Area hospital.
March is Women's History Month and FOX 13 is are highlighting a group of women who are making a difference at a Bay Area hospital.
Florida Senate passes 15-week abortion limit, bill now heads to governor's desk
The Florida Senate passed a bill that would prohibit doctors from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, one of the most bitterly disputed issues of the 2022 legislative session.
The Florida Senate passed a bill that would prohibit doctors from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, one of the most bitterly disputed issues of the 2022 legislative session.
Students across Tampa Bay walk out in protest of 'Don't Say Gay' bill
Hundreds of high school students from at least three high schools across Tampa Bay held walkouts to show their opposition to Florida’s so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill that is poised to end up on the governor’s desk for a signature and to be made law.
Hundreds of high school students from at least three high schools across Tampa Bay held walkouts to show their opposition to Florida’s so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill that is poised to end up on the governor’s desk for a signature and to be made law.
Controversial 'Don't Say Gay' bill passes Florida House
The Florida House version of the so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill passed in a 69-47 party line vote Thursday.
The Florida House version of the so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill passed in a 69-47 party line vote Thursday.
Accessibility mats, free motorized beach wheelchairs make Clearwater Beach easier for all
Millions of tourists visit Pinellas County beaches each year, yet, for visitors and residents with disabilities, the sand can be treacherous terrain. The city of Clearwater is taking steps to increase accessibility.
Millions of tourists visit Pinellas County beaches each year, yet, for visitors and residents with disabilities, the sand can be treacherous terrain. The city of Clearwater is taking steps to increase accessibility.
Florida Senate ready to consider 15-week abortion limit
A plan to ban abortions in Florida after 15 weeks is one step away from the governor’s desk.
A plan to ban abortions in Florida after 15 weeks is one step away from the governor’s desk.
Florida House bill amendment would allow schools to 'out' students to their parents
Florida’s so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill includes a new proposed amendment that would force schools to out students about their sexual orientation to their parents, causing more concern from those in the LGBTQ community.
Florida’s so-called "Don’t Say Gay" bill includes a new proposed amendment that would force schools to out students about their sexual orientation to their parents, causing more concern from those in the LGBTQ community.
Sarasota neighborhoods 'Unite Against Hate' after anti-Semitic incident
Neighbors are rallying together after anti-Semitic fliers were littered in several Sarasota neighborhoods. They refused to stay silent. Instead, they passed out yard signs reading "United Against Hate." An action intended to cause hurt is being met with solidarity.
Neighbors are rallying together after anti-Semitic fliers were littered in several Sarasota neighborhoods. They refused to stay silent. Instead, they passed out yard signs reading "United Against Hate." An action intended to cause hurt is being met with solidarity.
Woman holds wake for great-great-grandmother buried in long-lost cemetery
The grounds on which Jeraldine Williams walks are as hallowed as the words she wrote for the woman buried beneath them.
The grounds on which Jeraldine Williams walks are as hallowed as the words she wrote for the woman buried beneath them.
As more erased cemeteries are discovered, lawmakers move to preserve and honor history
Hillsborough County commissioners learned of 45 new unmarked graves and burial sites on county property Wednesday, just as the state legislature considered a bill that would find and save those sites across Florida.
Hillsborough County commissioners learned of 45 new unmarked graves and burial sites on county property Wednesday, just as the state legislature considered a bill that would find and save those sites across Florida.
USF forensic researchers rediscover 45 lost cemeteries in Hillsborough County
USF forensic scientist Dr. Erin Kimmerle says she spent the last two years combing through historic records to track down the long-forgotten sites. The cemeteries became abandoned for a variety of reasons but once lost from official records and built over, they are extremely difficult to relocate.
USF forensic scientist Dr. Erin Kimmerle says she spent the last two years combing through historic records to track down the long-forgotten sites. The cemeteries became abandoned for a variety of reasons but once lost from official records and built over, they are extremely difficult to relocate.