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Report: Funding for Crucial LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Prevention Hotline Now in the Crosshairs
A suicide prevention hotline dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ youth find alternatives to self-harm is in danger of being defunded under a new budget plan for the Department of Health and Human Services.
Pullback Season Hits the Rainbow Merch Tables
A new survey shows that corporations are backing away from supporting Pride this year, with pressure from the political right — and the White House — cited as a chief reason.
Inclusive Storybooks Headed to the Supreme Court
"Prince and Knight," is one of five children's books featuring LGBTQ characters and aimed at kindergarten through the fifth grade that have roiled a suburban Maryland school district and led to a Supreme Court case that the justices will hear on Thursday.
Trans Athletes Are Under More Scrutiny Than Ever. Some Have Found a Safe Space in Gymnastics
The National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs gives trans athletes safe harbor.
The 'Sacramental Shame' Many LGBTQ+ Conservative Christians Wrestle with — and How they Find Healing
When we learned that LGBTQ+ people and their allies were advocating for change in conservative churches, we wanted to hear their stories.
High Court Reinstates Enforcement of Ohio's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors During Appeal
Ohio may enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for minors while an appeal proceeds, a divided Ohio Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday. The law also bans transgender women and girls from participating in female sports.
Supreme Court Signals Support for Maryland Parents who Object to LGBTQ Books in Public Schools
The Supreme Court's conservative majority signaled support for the religious rights of parents in Maryland who want to remove their children from classes using storybooks with LGBTQ characters.
Trump's Health Agency Urges Therapy for Transgender Youth, Not Broader Gender-Affirming Health Care
President Donald Trump's administration released a lengthy review of transgender health care on Thursday that advocates for a greater reliance on behavioral therapy rather than broad gender-affirming medical care for youths with gender dysphoria.
A Crackdown on Diversity Programs is Reshaping College Graduation Ceremonies
The University of Kentucky canceled convocations that recognize Black and LGBTQ+ students, citing the Trump administration's campaign to rein in diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Trump Administration Says Penn Violated Sex Discrimination Laws after Transgender Swimmer Competed
The Trump administration said Monday that the University of Pennsylvania violated laws guaranteeing women equal opportunities in athletics by letting a transgender swimmer compete on the school's women's team and into team facilities.
Ex-US Rep. George Santos Sentenced to over 7 Years in Prison for Fraud and Identity Theft
Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, was sentenced Friday to over seven years in prison, sobbing as he heard his punishment.
Ex-US Rep. George Santos Faces Sentencing for Fraud after Duping Donors and Voters
Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, faces sentencing in federal court on Friday.
Judges Block Trump Push to Cut Funding to Public Schools over Diversity Programs
A federal judge on Thursday blocked Trump administration directives that threatened to cut federal funding for public schools with diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Allow Ban on Transgender Members of the Military to Take Effect, for Now
President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday asked the Supreme Court to allow enforcement of a ban on transgender people in the military, while legal challenges proceed.
North Dakota's GOP Governor Vetoes Expanded Library Censorship Bill
North Dakota's Republican governor vetoed bills to further restrict 'sexual content' in libraries and to create a private school voucher program.
Minnesota Attorney General Files Preemptive Lawsuit Against Trump on Transgender Sports Ban
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a preemptive lawsuit against Donald Trump seeking to block his administration from acting against Minnesota under a federal push to ban transgender athletes from girls and women's sports.
Nebraska Bill to Ban Transgender Students from the Bathrooms and Sports of Their Choice Advances
A Nebraska bill that would bar transgender students from bathrooms, locker rooms and sports teams that correspond with their gender identity has advanced — but with a caveat.
Supreme Court Takes Up Religious Rights Dispute over LGBTQ+ Books in Maryland Schools
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments Tuesday over the religious rights of parents in Maryland to remove their children from elementary school classes using storybooks with LGBTQ characters.
Marijuana Holiday 4/20 Coincides with Easter and Passover This Year. Here's What to Know
Marijuana culture's high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways,
Judge Blocks Trump Administration from Passport Changes Affecting Some Transgender Americans
A federal judge on Friday partially blocked the Trump administration from enacting a policy that bans the use of "X" marker used by many nonbinary people on passports as well as the changing of gender markers.