Amy Coney Barrett: George Floyd video was 'very, very personal for my family'
When asked Tuesday about the video of George Floyd’s death, Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett said it is “obvious” racism persists in the U.S., but the issue of how the country should address it is up to policymakers, not judges.
Derek Chauvin released from jail on $1 million bond
Derek Chauvin has been released from the Oak Park Heights, Minnesota prison after posting a non-cash bond.
Accused Champs arsonist appears in federal court
The man accused of setting fire to a Champs Sports store in Tampa during riots and looting back in May appeared in federal court Tuesday.
St. Pete PD promised new team for non-violent 911 calls by Oct. 1; now says timeline uncertain
St. Petersburg police said in July that the city had set aside $3.8 million to hire 25 additional police officers, but instead the department would hire social workers and other trained professionals who could respond to calls for help that did not involve violence.
Palmetto couple joins voices calling for justice, equality during march on Washington
Christine Meier had never marched before, but there was no better place to start.
Police accuse man arrested in June protests of terrorism; no charges formally filed
Police arrested a man during a June protest in St. Petersburg, alleging he intended to deploy a Molotov cocktail after a peaceful protest. He was arrested a second time, in July, for what police called terrorist activity.
Fired Minneapolis officer recounts death of George Floyd in interrogation video
One day after the body camera video from former Minneapolis officer Tou Thao was released, his interrogation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has been released as well.
New body camera video of George Floyd's death shows Officer Tou Thao interacting with agitated bystanders
Warning: This video contains graphic content and could be difficult for some people to watch.
Judge orders release of body camera video in Floyd case
Judge Peter Cahill ruled Friday the that videos from the body cameras of Thomas Lane and J. Kueng taken on the night Floyd died will be made publicly available, though it is unclear how or when the footage will be released.
Healing while Black: Virtual summit aims to address mental well-being for people of color
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month - a time when the spotlight focuses on historically underserved groups. Bay Area counselors told FOX 13 talking about mental health is crucial to healing.
George Floyd hologram to appear at sites of former Confederate statues in week-long tour
The hologram will tour the southern U.S., "replacing sites of racist symbols with one of hope and transformation," organizers said.
Activists hope Rays' Opening Day support creates opportunities for equality, justice
The Tampa Bay Rays used the return of baseball Friday night to focus on racial justice.
Portland's mayor tear-gassed by US agents as protest rages
The mayor of Portland, Oregon, was tear gassed by federal agents late Wednesday as he stood with protesters at a fence guarding a federal courthouse.
NYPD Chief Monahan, other officers hurt in clash with marchers on Brooklyn Bridge
A group of Black Lives Matter protesters charged police on the Brooklyn Bridge as they lead the way for clergy and people taking part in a peace march across the Brooklyn Bridge Wednesday, according to cops.
Hillsborough deputy arrested, fired after pointing gun at man who refused to show ID: sheriff
A Hillsborough County deputy is under arrest for allegedly pointing a gun at a man's head who refused to provide his identification.
Suspected Champs Sports arsonist arrested in New York, officials say
FOX 13 has learned an arrest has been made in the arson investigation that destroyed a Champs Sports store during the looting and riots in Tampa on May 30.
Attorney for former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd's death files motion to dismiss charges
The attorney of one of the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd is asking the court to dismiss the charges against his client.
Chief says protests should continue, but not in St. Pete's streets
St. Pete’s chief of police says his officers will begin enforcing pedestrian traffic rules following complaints about protesters blocking traffic and emergency vehicles.
Little evidence that George Floyd protests spread coronavirus in US
In what’s considered the first systematic look at the question, a team of economists determined that only one of 13 cities involved in the earliest wave of protests after Memorial Day had an increase that would fit the pattern.
Detroit police chief blames agitators for escalating Sunday demonstration when squad car hit protesters
Detroit Police Chief James Craig blamed outside agitators acting as protesters for escalating an incident involving a squad car that plowed through individuals late Sunday night.