House passes Equality Act, which would enshrine LGBTQ protections in US labor and civil rights laws
The Democratic-led House passed a bill Thursday that would enshrine LGBTQ protections in the nation's labor and civil rights laws, a top priority of President Joe Biden, though the legislation faces an uphill battle in the Senate.
The Democratic-led House passed a bill Thursday that would enshrine LGBTQ protections in the nation's labor and civil rights laws, a top priority of President Joe Biden, though the legislation faces an uphill battle in the Senate.
Marjorie Taylor Greene puts up anti-transgender sign outside office in feud with Illinois congresswoman
Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene put an anti-transgender rights placard outside her DC office across from a transgender flag raised by her neighbor, Illinois Rep Marie Newman, part of an escalating feud between the two congresswomen.
Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene put an anti-transgender rights placard outside her DC office across from a transgender flag raised by her neighbor, Illinois Rep Marie Newman, part of an escalating feud between the two congresswomen.
At least 160 Confederate symbols taken down or moved in 2020, SPLC says
At least 160 public Confederate symbols were taken down or moved from public spaces in 2020, according to a new count the Southern Poverty Law Center.
At least 160 public Confederate symbols were taken down or moved from public spaces in 2020, according to a new count the Southern Poverty Law Center.
CROWN Act: Tucson becomes latest city to pass hair discrimination ban
The Tucson City Council voted on Feb. 23 to adopt the Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair, or CROWN Act, joining multiple cities across the country in passing the ordinance, the Arizona Daily Star reported.
The Tucson City Council voted on Feb. 23 to adopt the Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair, or CROWN Act, joining multiple cities across the country in passing the ordinance, the Arizona Daily Star reported.
Cherokee chief asks Jeep to stop using its tribe's name
“I’m sure this comes from a place that is well-intended, but it does not honor us by having our name plastered on the side of a car,” Chief Chuck Hoskin said.
“I’m sure this comes from a place that is well-intended, but it does not honor us by having our name plastered on the side of a car,” Chief Chuck Hoskin said.
Bloody Sunday memorial will honor civil rights giants including late Rep. John Lewis
This year's commemoration of a pivotal moment in the fight for voting rights for African Americans will honor four giants of the civil rights movement who lost their lives in 2020, including the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
This year's commemoration of a pivotal moment in the fight for voting rights for African Americans will honor four giants of the civil rights movement who lost their lives in 2020, including the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
Mesa City Council expected to take up anti-discrimination ordinance
Officials with the City of Mesa are set to introduce an anti-discrimination ordinance that will offer protection for the the city's LGBTQ+ population.
Officials with the City of Mesa are set to introduce an anti-discrimination ordinance that will offer protection for the the city's LGBTQ+ population.
Mesa could adopt anti-discrimination ordinance with specific LGBTQ+ protections
The city's mayor, John Giles, says it has been clear to him for the past few years that this is the right thing to do.
The city's mayor, John Giles, says it has been clear to him for the past few years that this is the right thing to do.
Minnesota girls among first female class of Eagle Scouts to be recognized Sunday
A group of Minnesota girls will be among a history-making class of Eagle Scouts honored during a ceremony this weekend.
A group of Minnesota girls will be among a history-making class of Eagle Scouts honored during a ceremony this weekend.
28 murals in Phoenix painted in honor of Black History Month
The Valley is celebrating Black History Month by creating 28 murals to mark the 28 days of the month. The creator of the idea, Gizette Knight, spoke with FOX 10's Ron Hoon.
The Valley is celebrating Black History Month by creating 28 murals to mark the 28 days of the month. The creator of the idea, Gizette Knight, spoke with FOX 10's Ron Hoon.
Vegas airport name change to honor former Sen. Harry Reid
There have been longstanding calls to rename Las Vegas' airport. Its current namesake, former Nevada Sen. Patrick McCarran, was known for his contributions to aviation along with his anti-immigrant and anti-Semitic views.
There have been longstanding calls to rename Las Vegas' airport. Its current namesake, former Nevada Sen. Patrick McCarran, was known for his contributions to aviation along with his anti-immigrant and anti-Semitic views.
Civil rights to the White House: Black leaders who blazed trails in US politics and changed American history
From the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the 2020 election of Vice President Kamala Harris, here are some of the pioneers who blazed trails in civil rights and American politics.
From the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the 2020 election of Vice President Kamala Harris, here are some of the pioneers who blazed trails in civil rights and American politics.
CROWN Act would protect workers, students from discrimination based on hairstyle
Several states have already adopted similar bills into law and a lawmaker from Orlando hopes Florida will be next.
Several states have already adopted similar bills into law and a lawmaker from Orlando hopes Florida will be next.
Confederate flags banned at Daytona 500
"The presence of the confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors and our industry."
"The presence of the confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors and our industry."
English soccer at breaking point over abuse on social media
Death threats. Racist abuse. Sexist slurs. And social media accounts allowed to stay active even after spreading bile.
Death threats. Racist abuse. Sexist slurs. And social media accounts allowed to stay active even after spreading bile.
UK hospital adopts transgender-friendly terms for birthing
A UK hospital is adopting gender-inclusive language for perinatal services to cater to trans and non-binary people who are giving birth.
A UK hospital is adopting gender-inclusive language for perinatal services to cater to trans and non-binary people who are giving birth.
‘Pearl Milling Company’ takes place of Aunt Jemima logo in brand update
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Utah school reverses course after 'reluctantly' letting parents opt-out of Black History Month curriculum
The charter school in Utah sent home an opt-out form after school officials said they received requests from parents that kids not participate in Black History Month curriculum and activities.
The charter school in Utah sent home an opt-out form after school officials said they received requests from parents that kids not participate in Black History Month curriculum and activities.
Breaking barriers: Female Bucs coaches, NFL referee make history
On Super Bowl Sunday, three women -- two coaches and an NFL official -- broke barriers when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched their second championship title.
On Super Bowl Sunday, three women -- two coaches and an NFL official -- broke barriers when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched their second championship title.
Ulta Beauty commits to doubling Black-owned brands in its stores
Ulta Beauty has announced a new initiative surrounding diversity and inclusiveness regarding its products promising to double the Black-owned brands found in its stores.
Ulta Beauty has announced a new initiative surrounding diversity and inclusiveness regarding its products promising to double the Black-owned brands found in its stores.