San Francisco 1st major city to offer 'sanctuary' for transgender people
In a unanimous vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors declared the city a sanctuary city for people who are transgender, gender non-conforming, intersex, and Two Spirt, a Pan-Indian term describing people who are neither male nor female.
Bill would rename Christopher Street-Sheridan Square subway stop after Stonewall
A Manhattan subway station would be renamed to commemorate the Stonewall riots that galvanized the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, under a new bill approved by state lawmakers.
Idaho drag performer awarded $1.1 million in defamation suit against far-right blogger
An Idaho drag performer was awarded more than $1.1 million in a defamation suit after a far-right blogger falsely accused the performer of exposing himself in the presence of children.
What's changed after 20 years of same-sex marriage in the US
It's been 20 years since Massachusetts issued the first state-sanctioned same-sex marriage licenses in the United States.
Maryland parents must accept LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, appeals court decides
Maryland's largest public school system does not have to allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons involving LGBTQ themes, according to a federal appeals court ruling on Wednesday.
FBI, DHS warn of increased terrorist threat to LGBTQIA+ events ahead of Pride Month
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are warning Americans about the threat of foreign terrorist organizations targeting LGBTQIA+-related events and venues as Pride Month kicks off in June.
Target changes Pride merch strategy
Target announced it will feature items in certain stores during Pride Month in June. It will provide adult apparel, home goods, food and beverages in stores chosen based on historical sales performance and on its website. Some products last year prompted a significant backlash, leading to the relocation of products in many stores.
Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds
On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.
Target pulls back on Pride-themed merchandise after last year's backlash
According to an emailed statement obtained by the Associated Press, Target is reducing its in-store availability of Pride-themed merchandise due to previous backlash, making this decision based on "guest insights and consumer research."
New NAIA policy significantly restricts transgender athletes from women’s sports
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has implemented a policy effectively barring transgender athletes from participating in women's sports.
Death of Nex Benedict, Oklahoma student, prompts vigils across the country
The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.
Advocates speak on AZ nondiscrimination act
Advocates for the LGBTQ+ community spoke at the Arizona State Capitol on Jan. 18 in support of House Bill 2625, the Statewide Non-discrimination Act that was introduced in the state legislature.
Supreme Court declines to intervene in transgender bathroom debate
The Supreme Court on Tuesday passed up a chance to intervene in the debate over bathrooms for transgender students, rejecting an appeal from an Indiana public school district.
Gabriel Attal is France's youngest-ever, 1st openly gay prime minister
Gabriel Attal has been named as France’s youngest-ever prime minister as President Emmanuel Macron seeks a fresh start for the rest of his term amid growing political pressure from the far right.
Joe Don Rooney, Rascal Flatts guitarist, addresses time away from spotlight, slams transition rumors
Joe Don Rooney, the guitarist of the now defunct country band Rascal Flatts, said he figured the start of the new year would be a good time "to send a message out to the world."
Ohio governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care, transgender athletes in girls sports
Ohio's Republican governor said the bill would affect a small number of children, “but for those children who face gender dysphoria ... the consequences of this bill could not be more profound."
ASU professor assault: 2 face charges in connection with on-campus attack
Two people are facing charges in connection with the assault of an Arizona State University professor.
Former Florida lawmaker who sponsored 'Don't Say Gay' sentenced to prison for COVID-19 relief fraud
The former Florida lawmaker who sponsored the controversial law critics call "Don’t Say Gay" was sentenced to six months in federal prison Thursday for defrauding a federal coronavirus relief loan program for small businesses.
Pope Francis opens Vatican meeting, says 'everyone' is welcome to the Catholic Church
Pope Francis has opened a big meeting on the future of the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis suggests blessings for same-sex couples
Pope Francis has suggested there might be ways to bless same-sex unions. The Vatican on Monday published a letter Francis wrote to five cardinals on July 11 after receiving a list of five questions, or “dubia,” from them a day earlier.