Advocates filed suit arguing the Trump administration unlawfully removed the National Park Service–sanctioned Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument and are asking a court to force its restoration
Remembering Jesse Jackson: an orator and organizer who wove a Rainbow Coalition to bring marginalized communities into American politics
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer unveiled a bill on February 17 to designate the Pride flag as a congressional emblem, responding to the National Park Service removal at the Stonewall National Monument and wider efforts to erase LGBTQ+ visibility
Kansas governor vetoed a contentious bill affecting transgender Kansans’ restroom use, identity documents, and civil penalties, prompting reactions from lawmakers and LGBTQ+ groups and setting up a possible override fight.
A roundup connecting the Stonewall flag controversy, a contentious Super Bowl performance, corporate shifts, state-level legal moves and personal stories that reveal the current stakes for LGBTQ+ communities.
A Boston luxury hotel reversed its initial defense of a security guard who forced a lesbian couple out of a women’s restroom, suspended the guard, ordered retraining and pledged support to local LGBTQ+ groups.
Alumni ousted for supporting an anti-trans lawsuit have taken Kappa Kappa Gamma back to federal court in Ohio, reviving a contentious legal battle tied to a prior Wyoming case and controversial counsel.
after the trump administration moved to remove the rainbow flag from the stonewall national monument, New York leaders and activists re-raised it and used the moment to mobilize around policy, material support and upcoming elections.
A federal court has temporarily stopped the U.S. Department of Education from pulling billions in federal education money from California amid a legal fight over whether schools must notify parents about students’ gender transitions.
A long-serving Department of Corrections sergeant who said he endured anti-gay abuse and suffered serious health effects has been paid $500,000 as part of a settlement that required his resignation.
Don Lemon entered a not guilty plea in St. Paul, a proceeding that has become a focal point for debates about the role of journalists and the limits of government power under the FACE Act and the First Amendment.
Don Lemon argues that prosecution tactics and a seized phone threaten journalistic practice and the First Amendment; press groups warn of chilling effects.
Ben Cohen is rallying supporters to defend Ben & Jerry’s against its parent company as protests in Minneapolis lead to mass arrests and journalist Don Lemon updates his legal team with a former U.S. attorney prosecutor.
An alleged attack on a transgender woman at a Portland light rail stop, followed by arrest and a list of charges, has mobilized local advocates while accounts from Minnesota describe aggressive immigration enforcement and fears that trans people will be targeted next.
After months of escalating hostility that moved from social posts to a livestreamed drive-by, Ts Madison won a temporary protective order and is seeking criminal charges while highlighting risks faced by Black trans women.
NBC removed a livestream replay and apologized after commentators repeatedly used incorrect pronouns for Elis Lundholm, the first trans man competing at the Winter Games, raising questions about media practices and sport regulations.
California filed suit against the U.S. Department of Education to defend a law that blocks compulsory disclosure of a student’s gender identity to parents without consent, warning that federal threats to cut $4.9 billion would devastate public schools.
A fleeting dance clip from a high-profile halftime performance has been celebrated online, criticized in politics and embraced by performers as a moment of queer visibility and evolving masculinity.
A federal decision to remove the Pride flag at Stonewall has ignited protests and political pledges to restore it—this piece examines why the flag matters beyond its fabric.
Advocacy and Impact of Indiana’s New Driver’s License Gender Marker Rule The recent legislation in Indiana that prohibits transgender individuals from updating the gender markers on their driver’s licenses has sparked significant advocacy efforts and raised widespread concern. This policy change has mobilized various organizations and individuals to advocate for the rights and recognition of transgender people, emphasizing the importance of identity affirmation and the potential…
Gathering at Stonewall: A Testament to the Community’s Resilience Against Erasure
Headline: Controversy Erupts Over Removal of Pride Flag at Stonewall National Monument The recent removal of the pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument has sparked intense reactions from LGBTQ+ communities and advocates across the nation. This decision has ignited discussions about representation, inclusivity, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Activists are voicing their concerns, emphasizing the significance of the pride flag as a symbol of hope and resilience for the…
U.S. Olympic Athletes Voice Opposition to ICE, Sparking Intense Political Debate
U.S. Representative Andy Ogles Calls for Investigation into Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show Content U.S. Representative Andy Ogles has voiced strong objections to the content of Bad Bunny’s halftime performance, urging for a comprehensive investigation. The congressman expressed his concerns regarding the appropriateness of the show’s themes and messages, emphasizing the need for accountability in entertainment that reaches a wide audience. Ogles advocates for a deeper examination of how such…
Discover the inspiring initiatives of Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ businesses as they collaborate to support immigrant families during difficult times.