A federal jury on Friday acquitted a white South Carolina state trooper who bragged about striking a fleeing black suspect with his cruiser in a collision captured on videotape. ...more

October 4, 2008

It's easy to think of public art as a luxury in tough financial times, but to create a community with a sense of place, investing in public art is a necessity. ...more

July 20, 2008

A program that puts sculptures and paintings in public settings is once again being targeted by Hillsborough County budget cutters. ...more

July 11, 2008

Before actor Wesley Snipes' trial for tax evasion began in Ocala last month, his attorney tried three times to have it moved from the Central Florida city, claiming the black actor couldn't get a fair hearing because of racial prejudice. ...more

February 6, 2008