San Jose apologizes to Chinese immigrants for role in 'systemic racism'

San Jose, with a population over 1 million, is the largest city in the country to formally apologize to the Chinese community for its treatment of their ancestors.

March Madness branding to be extended to women's basketball tournament

The NCAA will extend its March Madness branding to the women’s basketball tournament this spring, a moniker normally reserved for the men’s tournament.

College students confront White peers with 'Police Lives Matter' sticker: 'You are racist'

Two white students appearing to be on Arizona State University’s campus were confronted over a “racist” sticker on a computer reading “Police Lives Matter” and were told to leave the area, according to a viral video of the incident.

Petito case renews call to spotlight missing people of color

Many families and advocates for missing people of color are glad the attention paid to Gabby Petito's disappearance has helped unearth clues that likely led to the tragic discovery of her body and they mourn with her family. But some also question why the public spotlight so important to finding missing people has left other cases shrouded in uncertainty.

Oregon school employee on leave after wearing blackface to work

An Oregon school system employee showed up to work last Friday in blackface, prompting the school board to place them on leave.

‘Change is Brewing’: Ben & Jerry’s unveils new flavor for racial justice

The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.

Robert E. Lee statue removed in Richmond

Virginia brought in a deconstruction crew surrounded by a heavy police presence on Wednesday to remove one of the nation's largest remaining monuments to the Confederacy, a towering statue of Gen. Robert E. Lee.

NFL will allow social justice phrases on helmets this season

NFL players will be able to choose from six different social justice phrases to wear on the back of their helmets for the 2021 season.

US hate crimes rise to highest level in 12 years, FBI data shows

Hate crimes have risen to a 12-year high, with an increase in offenses against Black people and those of Asian and Pacific Islander descent, FBI data shows.

‘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.

JoJo Siwa to join same-sex couple on ‘Dancing With Stars’

JoJo Siwa, an 18-year-old who has said she identifies as gay and queer, said the same-sex pairing signals to viewers that it’s OK to be your true self.

Destination Education: Transgender LAUSD high school student shares her story

FOX 11's Bob DeCastro spoke with a courageous LAUSD transgender student who returned to school for in-person instruction this week for the first time in the pandemic since coming out. Hear her story and learn more about the school district's policies.

Charlottesville victims remembered on 4-year anniversary of deadly white nationalist rally

On the four-year anniversary of the deadly white nationalist rally held in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2017, Sen. Tim Kaine, D. Va., posted a photo to Twitter to remember the victims who lost their lives.

Protestors arrested by Phoenix police talk about DOJ investigation into department

Protestors who marched in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in Phoenix say they were targeted and falsely charged because of political reasons. FOX 10's Justin Lum reports.

More than 9,000 anti-Asian incidents reported since COVID-19 pandemic onset

A new report has found the frequency of anti-Asian incidents — from taunts to assaults — reported in the U.S. so far this year seems poised to surpass last year, despite months of political and social activism.

Lakeville school district sued over 'Black Lives Matter' posters

A group of Lakeville families have filed a discrimination lawsuit against the school district alleging officials allowed "Black Lives Matter" posters in schools, but did not allow "All Lives Matter" posters. 

NCAA gender equity probe calls for combined women's, men's Final Four

A law firm hired to investigate gender equity concerns at NCAA championship events says the association has not lived up to its own standards.

Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard makes history at Olympics

Although Laurel Hubbard wasn't able to complete a lift for a chance to go for gold, she's been an Olympic pioneer for transgender athletes.