
LGBTQ
Bill protecting same-sex, interracial unions passes House
President Joe Biden is expected to promptly sign the measure, which requires all states to recognize same-sex marriages.
2 years ago
Pennsylvania panel to vote on proposal defining sex, race
Advocacy groups say greater clarity about the terms “sex,” “religious creed” and “race” would be a significant step forward.
2 years ago
In the closing days of his final term in office, Gov. Tom Wolf is backing a regulatory change that would formalize nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people.
2 years ago
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
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
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 6:00A 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 years ago
Listen 1:05Philly tourism trailblazer gets Gayborhood street named after him
Jeff Guaracino is known as one of the forces behind the Philly tourism campaign “Get Your History Straight and Your Nightlife Gay.”
3 years ago
The ACLU listed more than a dozen actions district administrators have taken since 2019 that the ACLU says have created a “hostile environment” for LGBTQ students.
3 years ago
First Queertoberfest brings the ‘best of both worlds’ for Philadelphia’s LGBTQ community
The sold-out fall festival could be the first of many new events for Philadelphia’s queer community, according to organizers.
3 years ago
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