
LGBTQ
New Jersey governor appoints first openly transgender cabinet member
Allison Chris Myers, a Navy veteran, will oversee the state’s Civil Services Commission.
2 years ago
Philly’s William Way LGBT Community Center will undergo $2.5 million expansion
The facility will create office space and barrier-free facilities with the $2.5 million dollars in state grant money.
2 years ago
Senate passes bill to protect same-sex marriages
It now heads back to the House where it is expected to be passed quickly.
2 years ago
Bills targeting trans youth are growing more common — and radically reshaping lives
An NPR analysis finds that over the past two years, state lawmakers introduced more than 300 bills targeting trans people.
2 years ago
The Colorado shooting comes in a year rife with anti-LGBTQ sentiment, advocates say
The shooting, which occurred on the eve of Transgender Remembrance Day, is the latest tragedy in a year that's felt particularly bleak, according to LGBTQ advocates.
2 years ago
5 people were killed and 25 wounded in a shooting at an LGBTQ club in Colorado
Two patrons confronted and fought the suspect, the police chief said. The motive behind the attack is unknown.
2 years ago
Same-sex marriage legislation clears key Senate hurdle
Twelve Republicans voted with all Democrats to move forward on the legislation, meaning a final vote could come as soon as this week, or later this month.
2 years ago
Many parents are enraged over the decision, saying the district is making “fiscally irresponsible” decisions with taxpayer dollars to “defend” anti-LGBTQ measures.
2 years ago
What it means that a historic number of LGBTQ candidates won midterm elections
The 2022 midterm election made history with the most wins for openly LGBTQ candidates. At least 340 candidates have won their races, beating the prior record of 336 in 2020.
2 years ago
The Office for Civil Rights will begin probing allegations at Central Bucks, which allegedly resulted in pervasive bullying against LGBTQ kids.
2 years ago
Listen 6:00What’s in the so-called Don’t Say Gay bill that could impact the whole country
House Republicans have introduced legislation that some critics are describing as a national "Don't Say Gay" bill.
2 years ago
A cover of the Robyn gay club mainstay is taking the MLB by storm — only she’s left out of the conversation.
2 years ago
Wardrobe event looks to ease shopping experience for Philly’s LGBTQ+ community
Local nonprofits and activists met Monday at The Wardrobe in Old City for an event meant to address clothing insecurities in Philly’s LGBTQ community.
2 years ago
Central Bucks says the anonymity of the ACLU complaint makes it impossible to “intervene.” ACLU says the district has ignored and disrespected those students.
2 years ago
After ACLU complaint, Central Bucks still considers banning Pride flags
The Central Bucks school board will make a final vote on the policy banning Pride flags next month, amid student and teacher outcries.
2 years ago
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