What is critical race theory? Many struggle to define topic

Critical race theory has become a lightning rod for Republicans and an issue in the Virginia governor's race.

25 years since Tyron Lewis was killed by an officer in St. Petersburg

Sunday marked 25 years since a Black teen was shot and killed by a white St. Petersburg police officer.  People took to the streets in memory of Tyron Lewis, and the continued fight for justice. 

Deuces Rising: Plans approved for revitalization project along South St. Pete's 22nd Ave.

A group of nonprofits and church leaders wanted to do something for the community, by the community, so they teamed up to help the neighborhood along 22nd Street South bounce back as part of the Deuces Rising project.

‘We reject hatred’: George W. Bush gives remarks at Eradicate Hate Global Summit

The summit is held every year and began after the 2018 Tree of Life massacre in Pittsburgh which resulted in one of the largest losses of life in an anti-Semitic attack in the U.S.

Expansion plans finalized for Florida's first landmark museum for Black history

The designs and specs are in to expand a St. Petersburg museum into the first landmark museum for Black history and culture in the state of Florida. 

‘Loved and accepted just the way you are,’ Biden says on National Coming Out Day

The president released a statement to formally recognize National Coming Out Day, which began in 1988 to remember the anniversary of the second major National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.

Giving names to missing, unidentified people through art

Not all missing persons cases -- like Miya Marcano's and Gabby Petito's -- get the attention they need or deserve. An annual art exhibit continues to change the tide on solving cases that have gone cold.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Hillsborough County's first female tax collector

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, FOX 13 News is highlighting those who have influenced the Bay Area, including the first woman to serve as Hillsborough County Tax Collector. Her passion to serve her community is what's right with Tampa Bay.

‘March On For Voting Rights’ takes place on anniversary of MLK's 'I Have A Dream' speech

Voting rights advocates across the United States will march Saturday demanding the passage of the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which coincides with the anniversary of Dr. King's famous 'I Have A Dream' speech.

Beer Kulture brings diversity to growing Tampa Bay area craft beer industry

Craft beer is a growing industry in the Tampa Bay area, and particularly Pinellas County. The local non-profit Beer Kulture wants to expand that market by adding diversity and opportunities.

Black Cemetery Network tracking lost African American graves across the country

A new national center for information on African American cemeteries that were covered over by buildings or parking lots is working to document and honor Florida's lost Black Cemeteries.

Radar identifies three possible graves under Tropicana Field parking lots

The city of St. Petersburg will explore the next steps after archaeologists recently found a lost cemetery with three possible graves at Tropicana Field, the latest in an effort to uncover erased African American cemeteries in Tampa Bay. 

From Tropicana Field, all-female broadcast crew calls MLB game for first time

For the first time in Major League Baseball history, an all-female announcing crew called a game as the Tampa Bay Rays played the Baltimore Orioles.

Federal judge orders DACA program to halt approval of new applications

A federal judge in Texas sided in part with groups suing the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, saying the program was illegally created by the Obama administration.

Tampa Fire Rescue welcomes first-ever female to lead department

Barbara Tripp was born and raised in East Tampa, and she is proud of her modest roots, but Tampa Fire's first female leader is an accomplished public servant and veteran who brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to the department.

Biden praises pro athletes Carl Nassib, Kumi Yokoyama for coming out

President Joe Biden said he’s "proud” of athletes Carl Nassib and Kumi Yokoyama, who both recently announced that they’re part of the LGBTQ community.

Criminal justice reform a hot topic in Tampa Bay, no matter the side

Law enforcement agencies, residents, prosecutors, and advocates across the Tampa Bay area came together Tuesday night to discuss criminal justice reform including civil citation programs, Florida's anti-riot law, and communication between law enforcement and residents.

Juneteenth: What its path to federal holiday status looked like

Even though it’s been celebrated for 156 years and recognized in some form in 47 states and the District of Columbia, Juneteenth did not become a federal holiday until this week.