Civil Rights

A man wrongfully accused and convicted of murdering his seven children is now eligible for compensation from the state of Florida. The proposal cleared…

Lawsuits challenging state bans on gay marriage are piling up across the country, and winning doesn't only rest on having a compelling legal case.…

The United Nations Committee on Human Rights is calling on states like Florida to change policies that restrict former felons’ voting rights. In a…

President Obama was in Orlando today to talk about a new push to create better economic opportunities for women. The event, held at Valencia College, and…

In February, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder made a statement urging states to repeal laws that prohibit the restoration of civil rights like voting…

Six couples from South Florida are legally challenging the state’s ban on same-sex marriage. Same-sex couples have never been allowed to marry in Florida.…

“Conversion therapy” that aims to make people who are gay – straight - may soon be banned for young people in Florida. A proposed bill in Tallahassee…

The group known as the Dream Defenders isn’t done, even though a Florida House panel voted last week not to repeal its signature cause - the Stand Your…

Senate Democrats unveiled a package of anti-discrimination legislation in Tallahassee Wednesday. It includes bills that cover gay rights, undocumented…

Legislation filed at the capitol this week would change state law to include anti-discrimination protection for employees based on sexual orientation.…