Bill would rename Christopher Street-Sheridan Square subway stop after Stonewall
A Manhattan subway station would be renamed to commemorate the Stonewall riots that galvanized the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, under a new bill approved by state lawmakers.
Historic Atlanta Eagle, first gay landmark in Southeast, devastated by massive fire
A massive fire tore through the Atlanta Eagle on Thursday evening.
More than 3K people participate in Pride Run/Walk at Piedmont Park
More than 3,000 people participated in the Atlanta Pride Run and Walk 5K on Sunday at Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta.
Idaho drag performer awarded $1.1 million in defamation suit against far-right blogger
An Idaho drag performer was awarded more than $1.1 million in a defamation suit after a far-right blogger falsely accused the performer of exposing himself in the presence of children.
US issues alert on violence targeting LGBTQI+ individuals and events
The U.S. Department of State has issued a worldwide caution for U.S. citizens, warning of potential violence targeting LGBTQI+ individuals and events, urging increased caution, avoiding unsafe locations, and registering with STEP, as the FBI and DHS also warn of potential threats during Pride Month.
What's changed after 20 years of same-sex marriage in the US
It's been 20 years since Massachusetts issued the first state-sanctioned same-sex marriage licenses in the United States.
Georgia Tech grad, NFL player Harrison Butker goes viral for graduation speech
Former Georgia Tech star Harrison Butker's graduation speech draws attention for now viral comments about women, the LGBTQ community, and abortion.
Maryland parents must accept LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, appeals court decides
Maryland's largest public school system does not have to allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons involving LGBTQ themes, according to a federal appeals court ruling on Wednesday.
Appeals court upholds ruling requiring Georgia county to pay for a transgender deputy’s surgery
A federal appeals court has upheld a lower court’s ruling that a Georgia county illegally discriminated against a sheriff’s deputy by failing to pay for her gender-affirming surgery.
FBI, DHS warn of increased terrorist threat to LGBTQIA+ events ahead of Pride Month
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are warning Americans about the threat of foreign terrorist organizations targeting LGBTQIA+-related events and venues as Pride Month kicks off in June.
Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds
On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.
Bud Light sales still suffering in US a year after controversy
Anheuser-Busch InBev's Bud Light brand has still not recovered in the U.S. more than a year since the beverage giant's controversial partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney sparked a boycott of the beer.
More Republican states challenge new Title IX rules protecting LGBTQ+ students
Another six Republican states are piling on to challenge the Biden administration’s newly expanded campus sexual assault rules, saying they overstep the president’s authority and undermine the Title IX anti-discrimination law.
Atlanta Pride seeking hundreds of volunteers for annual festival
Atlanta Pride festival organizers are seeking volunteers to help make the nationally-renowned event possible.
Atlanta to host first-ever U.S. Global Black Pride
Atlanta has been tapped to host the first-ever Global Black Pride in the U.S. this summer. This is not only a first for the U.S., but it's only second time the celebration has ever been held in-person.
Trans kids in sports, pay raises, deepfakes | What's being passed by Georgia lawmakers?
Georgia's lawmakers are taking up a wide range of bills with just two days left in the legislative session.
2024 Georgia Legislative Session: Final push for major legislation
Georgia lawmakers are racing to the finish line to pass major legislation as the 2024 Georgia Legislative Session draws to a close.
Protest over amendment targeting transgender students in Georgia added to mental health bill
Outraged parents went to the State Capitol on Wednesday to voice their opposition to anti-transgender legislation introduced by Republican lawmakers on Tuesday.
Death of Nex Benedict, Oklahoma student, prompts vigils across the country
The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.
Dates announced for 2024 Atlanta Pride Festival
The dates have been announced for this year's Atlanta Pride Festival.