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Man Rams Car into 2 Capitol Police; 1 Officer, Driver Killed
A Capitol Police officer has died after a man rammed a car into two officers at a barricade outside the U.S. Capitol and then emerged wielding a knife.
Matt Gaetz Allegedly Invented Sleazy Point Game for Sexual Conquests
Matt Gaetz's past is catching up with him as a sex game he allegedly invented while a Florida legislator in 2013 has come to light after it was reported he's under federal investigation for a relationship with a 17-year-old girl.
Watch: Appeals Court Rules for University Prof Who Wouldn't Use Student's Requested Pronouns
An appeals court ruled in favor of a university professor in Ohio, clearing the way for the professor to file suit against the university after he was told to honor a student's requested pronouns.
Celebs Sign Open Letter Supporting Trans Community
Hundreds of female leaders, including Laverne Cox and other celebrities, signed an open letter affirming trans women, calling out discrimination, decrying violence, and standing for bodily autonomy.
Fully Vaccinated Can Travel Again, Says New CDC Guidance
Add travel to the activities vaccinated Americans can enjoy again, according to new U.S. guidance issued Friday.
Screen Times: B.A.R. Film Coverage Through 50 Years, Part 1
It wasn't until the third issue of the Bay Area Reporter in 1971 that the rationale for having a film section was revealed by its first critic. 100s of film reviews since then have catalogued the rise of indie and mainstream cinematic LGBT depiction.
Critics Say Scaled-Back Arkansas Hate Crimes Bill is a Farce
Arkansas legislative leaders on Thursday introduced a drastically scaled-back hate crimes measure that no longer explicitly refers to race, sexual orientation or gender identity, drawing the the ire of longtime proponents of such laws.
At 1st Cabinet Meeting, Biden Says Team 'Looks Like America'
President Joe Biden's first Cabinet meeting looked and felt different from those of his predecessor.
In a Year of Lemons, Spring Into Wellness With Telehealth Platform Lemonaid
Reports have continued to emerge over the past year regarding health disparities facing the LGBTQ community. Lemonaid's team of qualified physicians and nurse practitioners can diagnose, treat or help manage more than 30 different medical concerns.
US Allows 2 More Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Home Tests
U.S. health officials have authorized two more over-the-counter COVID-19 tests that can be used at home to get rapid results.
US Draws Close to 100 Million Vaccinations
The U.S. moved closer Thursday toward vaccinating 100 million Americans in a race against an uptick in COVID-19 cases that is fueling fears of another nationwide surge just as the major league baseball season starts and thousands of fans return to stadium
Lawsuit Contends Jerry Falwell Jr. Was No 'Sugar Daddy' to Personal Trainer
'Sugar Daddy' Jerry Falwell Jr.'s personal trainer sues Reuters claiming 'public humiliation' after report of sweetheart real estate deal.
How To File Your Taxes For Free
If you meet certain requirements, you can file your taxes for free using online software programs, or receive direct help from tax professionals who volunteer through a program sponsored by the IRS.
Catholic Women's Groups Protest Vatican's Gay Union stance
Five Catholic women's organizations in German-speaking areas have released an open letter calling for the Vatican to reverse its position that priests cannot bless same-sex unions.
Reversing Trump, Pentagon Releases New Transgender Policies
The Pentagon swept away Trump-era policies that largely banned transgender people from serving in the military, issuing new rules that offer them wider access to medical care and assistance with gender transition.
No Prison Time for Transgender Ex-Neo-Nazi in Threat Case
A federal judge declined to impose prison time on a former member of a neo-Nazi ring that threatened journalists, finding the 21-year-old — who concealed his transgender identity from his co-conspirators — had already suffered enough in his young life.
Gaetz Staying on Judiciary Panel, Despite Investigation
Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz, a close ally of Trump who has been under federal investigation for a former relationship, would lose his House seat if convicted of a felony. But there are no rules addressing lawmakers under investigation.
The Dutch Went First in 2001; Who Has Same-Sex Marriage Now?
Same-sex marriage is now legal in 28 countries worldwide, as well as the self-governing island of Taiwan. That includes most of Western Europe. Yet its spread has been uneven.
President Biden Issues Proclamation on Transgender Day of Visibility
Today, President Joe Biden issued "A Proclamation on Transgender Day of Visibility, 2021," and becomes the first occupant of the White House to do so.
Trans Teenagers Fear Alabama Push to Outlaw Gender Treatment
Lawmakers in Alabama and 16 other states have introduced measures targeting healthcare for transgender youth amid a campaign encouraged by the Alliance Defending Freedom, the Heritage Foundation and other groups aligned with the Republican Party.