Southlake's Carroll ISD argues against Title IX policy in federal courtroom
The school district known for high athletic achievements argued its case in what is believed to be the first lawsuit in the country suing the Biden administration over looming Title IX changes, which are set to extend protections for LGBTQ students.
The school district known for high athletic achievements argued its case in what is believed to be the first lawsuit in the country suing the Biden administration over looming Title IX changes, which are set to extend protections for LGBTQ students.
Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce giving out $30,000 in grants to minority-owned businesses
The Dallas Black Chamber is accepting applications now for the Elevate Together grant. The deadline to get yours in is July 5.
The Dallas Black Chamber is accepting applications now for the Elevate Together grant. The deadline to get yours in is July 5.
Euless woman who allegedly tried to drown 3-year-old could be charged with hate crime
Euless police are asking prosecutors to treat the attempted drowning of a child as a hate crime. The woman involved is already facing attempted capital murder charges.
Euless police are asking prosecutors to treat the attempted drowning of a child as a hate crime. The woman involved is already facing attempted capital murder charges.
Austin woman accuses Burger King of putting racial slur on her receipt
An Austin woman is accusing a fast food restaurant of putting a racial slur on her receipt after she asked for a refund on an incorrect order.
An Austin woman is accusing a fast food restaurant of putting a racial slur on her receipt after she asked for a refund on an incorrect order.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
American Airlines CEO aims to ‘rebuild trust’ after Black passengers removed from flight
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom is calling the incident unacceptable, saying that it contradicts American Airlines' values.
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom is calling the incident unacceptable, saying that it contradicts American Airlines' values.
Sorority spends Juneteenth cleaning neglected graves at Oak Cliff Cemetery
Hundreds of graves belonging to Black Texans, including many born into slavery, were covered by weeds and overgrown trees.
Hundreds of graves belonging to Black Texans, including many born into slavery, were covered by weeds and overgrown trees.
Grandmother of Juneteenth Opal Lee holds annual Walk for Freedom in Dallas
“I’m delighted to be here!" Opal Lee said. “It’s more than just barbecue. It’s more than celebrating the moment. It’s about celebrating freedom. It’s so important to know our history."
“I’m delighted to be here!" Opal Lee said. “It’s more than just barbecue. It’s more than celebrating the moment. It’s about celebrating freedom. It’s so important to know our history."
Opal Lee kicks off another year of Juneteenth celebrations
The month will mean a lineup of Juneteenth events, including new editions like a film festival and a closing weekend of concerts with national recording artists. A key difference this year is the annual walk’s location.
The month will mean a lineup of Juneteenth events, including new editions like a film festival and a closing weekend of concerts with national recording artists. A key difference this year is the annual walk’s location.
Dallas is raising the Pride Flag over city buildings in honor of Pride Month
Throughout the whole month of June, the Pride flag will fly over the Dallas city skyline.
Throughout the whole month of June, the Pride flag will fly over the Dallas city skyline.
Tech company with 'whites only' job ad settles discrimination claims
Arthur Grand Technologies, a tech company in Ashburn, Virginia, will pay a $38,500 settlement after posting a job ad in March 2023 seeking "Only Born US Citizens (White)."
Arthur Grand Technologies, a tech company in Ashburn, Virginia, will pay a $38,500 settlement after posting a job ad in March 2023 seeking "Only Born US Citizens (White)."
Blind customer kicked out of restaurant over guide dog; video goes viral
A Seattle man detailed what he experienced with his guide dog in an Instagram video that gained tons of views and reactions on social media.
A Seattle man detailed what he experienced with his guide dog in an Instagram video that gained tons of views and reactions on social media.
Carroll ISD civil rights violation complaints upheld by DOE, community activists say
The district has not responded, but two community groups on Tuesday called on Carroll ISD to resolve discrimination complaints going back several years.
The district has not responded, but two community groups on Tuesday called on Carroll ISD to resolve discrimination complaints going back several years.
North Texas woman teaching girls about cars hopes it has big impact on their lives
A North Texas woman who calls herself the ‘Grease Girl’ is opening up the doors of her auto shop to some young women.
A North Texas woman who calls herself the ‘Grease Girl’ is opening up the doors of her auto shop to some young women.
UT Dallas students say diversity program layoffs send mixed signals
In a letter, the president of UTD acknowledged the decision won’t be popular with everyone in the community. Students say they are confused by the purpose of the DEI ban.
In a letter, the president of UTD acknowledged the decision won’t be popular with everyone in the community. Students say they are confused by the purpose of the DEI ban.
Coalition calls for ditching 'racist' Francis Scott Key, naming new bridge after late congressman
A coalition of African American groups in Maryland is pushing for Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge to be renamed once reconstructed over what they say is racism connected to Key's legacy.
A coalition of African American groups in Maryland is pushing for Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge to be renamed once reconstructed over what they say is racism connected to Key's legacy.
UT Dallas lays off 20 employees to comply with new Texas law
The University of Texas at Dallas is laying off 20 employees to comply with the state’s ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion offices on college campuses.
The University of Texas at Dallas is laying off 20 employees to comply with the state’s ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion offices on college campuses.
Ed Dwight, first US Black astronaut candidate, will finally get to space with Blue Origin at 90 years old
Blue Origin announces NS-25 mission crew including French brewer, venture capital founder, ancestry history engineer, world traveler losing her sight and a pilot.
Blue Origin announces NS-25 mission crew including French brewer, venture capital founder, ancestry history engineer, world traveler losing her sight and a pilot.
UT Austin shuts down DEI division due to SB 17
The president of UT Austin announced a major staffing shake-up as a result of a new state law banning "diversity, equity and inclusion" programs on campus. FOX 7 Austin also learned some employees will be losing their jobs.
The president of UT Austin announced a major staffing shake-up as a result of a new state law banning "diversity, equity and inclusion" programs on campus. FOX 7 Austin also learned some employees will be losing their jobs.