LGBTQ
Supreme Court Rulings, Moms for Liberty, Studio 2 Trivia
The Supreme Court must weigh in on several high-profile cases before the term comes to an end for the summer. The latest opinions include a rejection of affirmative action.
Air Date: June 29, 2023 12:00 pm
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Philly’s gay archival records go outside for ‘And Into The Streets’
An art exhibition in Louis Kahn Park features photos of Philly gay life circa the 1980s and ‘90s.
3 years ago
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Tipflation, LGBTQ+ Migration, Charles L. Blockson
Rules for who we tip and when can get confusing and expensive, and tipping etiquette has changed post-pandemic. Plus, LGBTQ+ migration to Philly and the Blockson Collection.
Air Date: June 27, 2023 12:00 pm
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Colorado Springs LGBTQ+ club mass killer gets life in prison, victim says ‘devil awaits’ defendant
Victims in last year's attack called Aldrich a “monster” who hunted down LGBTQ+ patrons. Aldrich pleaded guilty during a Monday court hearing.
3 years ago
In historic bid, transgender Delaware state Sen. Sarah McBride launches congressional campaign
She would be the first openly transgender person to serve in the U.S. House.
3 years ago
WHYY’s N.I.C.E. team hosts panel discussion focusing on Philadelphia’s role in the LGTBQ+ movement
In the final week of Pride Month, Sunday’s panel discussion focused on the history and advancement of LGTBQ+ protections in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
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‘It’s ebbed and flowed’: A new project preserves Delaware LGBTQ history
Interviews, letters, and photographs documenting the lives of LGBTQ people in Delaware will be available online in late summer.
3 years ago
Starbucks union calls strike over Pride displays, but the company calls it a misinformation campaign
Starbucks Workers United said in a tweet Friday that 3,500 workers will be on strike over the next week, starting with the flagship location in Seattle.
3 years ago
Are Philly-area Starbucks banning Pride displays? Decor varies from store to store
The coffee giant faces an NLRB complaint over the issue. In this region, some locations are full of rainbows, while others show no LGBTQ+ affirming decor.
3 years ago
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WHYY News hosts Pride: No Prejudice – A BIPOC Pride Month Celebration
Wednesday’s event at Camden FireWorks came at the intersection of Pride Month and Juneteenth, tapping into the region’s vibrant culture through art.
3 years ago
Billy Penn
Proud Philly originals: 10 LGBTQ-owned businesses with character and charm
With boutique cakes or humanely raised lizards, these spots turn rainbow capitalism into a way to support the community.
3 years ago
Delaware Pride organizers hoping for biggest turnout yet for 26th annual festival
Delaware's 26th annual Pride Festival hopes to draw more attendees than last year with a safe space for the LGBTQ community and allies.
3 years ago
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Book bans are on the rise. Biden is naming a point person to address that
Book bans in schools can violate federal civil rights laws if they create a hostile environment for students. The Education Department will have a new point person to talk to
3 years ago
U.S. judge blocks Florida ban on trans minor care in narrow ruling, says ‘gender identity is real’
Judge Robert Hinkle has temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers.
3 years ago
Philly Pride 365 serves as a reminder that fight for LGBTQ+ rights is year-round
Thousands marched down Walnut Street in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood for Philly Pride 365, connecting generations in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
3 years ago
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