LGBTQ
Philly police: Man wanted in murder of Dominique Fells
Akhenaton “Akh” Jones, 36, is being charged with murder, abuse of corpse and related offenses.
6 years ago
Big win for LGBTQ rights, but fight’s not over in Pennsylvania
Pa. LGBTQ advocates say the ruling doesn't cover those who work for smaller employers, and it doesn't extend protection against discrimination to housing or public services.
6 years ago
Queer As Punk: A Guide To LGBTQIA+ Punk
The term "punk" has a long queer history predating its use in contemporary music. A "punk" has always meant a person up to something disreputable and socially deviant.
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The historic SCOTUS decision provides civil rights that were lacking in Pennsylvania.
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Supreme Court rules LGBTQ workers protected from job discrimination
The court decided that a key provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that bars job discrimination because of sex encompasses bias against LGBTQ workers.
6 years ago
Transgender health protections reversed by Trump administration
The Trump administration Friday finalized a rule that would remove nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people when it comes to health care and health insurance.
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Fundraiser for Black trans woman murdered in Philadelphia sees surging support
Dominique Rem’mie Fells was 27 years old when she was killed.
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Queer Eye’s Philly season is live on Netflix — here’s a guide in the form of a drinking game
There’s an overwhelming amount of colonial garb.
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Home but not safe, some LGBTQ young people face rejection from families in lockdown
Returning to the family home can be traumatizing for LGBTQ college students, psychologists say, especially if parents or siblings reject them or are even hostile.
6 years ago
Philly students can now officially change their school district names, thrilling LGBTQ advocates
The move is an unexpected side effect of the switch to remote learning.
6 years ago
LGBTQ group calls on Trenton councilwoman to resign over attacks on mayor
COVID-19 conference call devolves into a war of words in Trenton between the mayor and city council.
6 years ago
The Philadelphia School Board renewed three charters, authorized classroom upgrades and moved to protect transgender students online.
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US appeals court: Attack on gay man enough for asylum claim
An asylum seeker from Ghana who said he was attacked by a mob led by his father because of his sexuality has shown a valid fear of persecution, a U.S. appeals case said.
6 years ago
After 3-year ethics investigation, Rep. Brian Sims vindicated — despite violations
The prominent LGBTQ advocate and lawmaker called the inquiry a “political attack.”
6 years ago
‘Whiplash’ of LGBTQ protections and rights, from Obama to Trump
In the last several years, two White House administrations have used this power in diametrically opposite ways.
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