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.
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.
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.
First Black commercial airline pilot dies at 89
Captain David Harris was hired by American Airlines in 1964.
Women’s History Month 2024 celebrates advocates for ‘equity, diversity and inclusion’
Women's History Month is a time to honor the women who have made important sacrifices and contributions to society in both the past and present.
Dallas Stars initiative raises bar for inclusion in hockey
Black History Month comes to a close, and FOX 4 Sports wanted to share a story about an initiative the Dallas Stars have put into place. It involves the Boys and Girls Club, and it's all about making hockey more inclusive and more diverse.
CROWN Act: Where national efforts for legislation stand
The CROWN Act is at the center of a trial involving Darryl George, a Black high school student, and a Texas school district over his hairstyle, which led to his suspension from school.
Dallas police investigating antisemitic graffiti found outside Dallas city councilmember's home
"Baby Killer" was spray-painted on the fence in red along with red triangles that are associated with Palestinian resistance. She also said a pile of rocks, bricks and fake dead babies were left outside of her home.
DFW Student Council Leadership Forum continues important dialogue with annual "Race to End Racism" discussion
Some 450 students from over 40 schools in North Texas participated in the 2024 DFW Student Council Leadership Forum hosted by Highland Park High School.
Dallas pastor takes over Rev. Jesse Jackson role as leader of Rainbow PUSH Coalition
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition started by Reverend Jesse Jackson to address political empowerment and public policy now has a new leader: Dallas pastor Frederick Haynes.
Black History Month 2024 theme: African Americans’ influence on the arts in the US
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
MLK Day 2024: 10 timeless Martin Luther King Jr. quotes to honor civil rights icon
The reverend and civil rights icon would have turned 95 this year.
Doctor born in segregated Parkland unit voted 1st Black president of Parkland medical staff
The staff at Parkland Hospital voted Dr. James Griffin as president of Parkland medical staff. The Dallas native is the first African American to hold the position at the county hospital.
Watch Night service: How the tradition for Black Americans has evolved since 1862
Watch Night services, which date back to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, are still observed on New Year's Eve at many multiracial and predominately Black churches in the US.
Pope Francis says priests can bless same-sex unions, requests shouldn't be matter of moral analysis
The Vatican issued a new document explaining a radical change in Vatican policy by insisting that people seeking God’s love and mercy shouldn’t be subject to “an exhaustive moral analysis" to receive it.
Roger Goodell: NFL still needs more minority coach hires
There are six minority head coaches, including three who are Black.
Opal Lee, the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' getting a new home for her 97th birthday
The Grandmother of Juneteenth is turning 97 years old this weekend, and her community in Fort Worth is celebrating with two days of events.
Chipotle faces federal lawsuit over allegations of religious harassment and retaliation
A federal agency has sued the restaurant chain Chipotle, accusing it of religious harassment and retaliation after a manager at a Kansas location forcibly removed an employee's hijab, a headscarf worn by some Muslim women.
Confederate stained glass windows replaced at National Cathedral with homage to racial justice
The new stained glass windows at the Washington National Cathedral fill the space that once held four windows honoring Confederate Gens. Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson.
Fort Worth's Race and Culture Task Force: Progress has been made but still room for improvement
A briefing was held Tuesday before city leaders from Fort Worth’s Race and Culture Task Force, a group given the task in 2016 to engage the public and make recommendations to improve race relations within the city.