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Shirtless Suspect Launches Homophobic Assault in NYC
A shirtless man struck a woman and shouted anti-LGBTQ+ epithets in NYC; in a separate attack, a second female victim suffered a broken nose when she was struck by a man who hurled homophobic slurs.
One Image, One Face, One American Moment: The Donald Trump Mug Shot
In the photo, Donlad Trump confronts the camera in front of a bland gray backdrop, his eyes meeting the lens in an intense glare.
Fran Drescher Says Actors' Strike an 'Inflection Point' that Goes Beyond Hollywood
Fran Drescher believes the walkouts that have shut down Hollywood are about something much bigger than the actors union she leads, or the writers striking alongside them, or the entertainment industry.
Maui County Sues Utility, Alleging Negligence over Fires that Ravaged Lahaina
Maui County sued Hawaiian Electric Company on Thursday over the fires that devastated Lahaina, saying the utility negligently failed to shut off power despite exceptionally high winds and dry conditions.
Woman Stabs Two Men Outside D.C. Gay Bar
According to arresting officials, the attack was completely unprovoked and the woman responsible has been apprehended.
Virginia School Boards Must Adhere to Gov. Youngkin's New Policies on Transgender Students, AG Says
Republican Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's new model policies for the treatment of transgender students are in line with federal and state nondiscrimination laws and school boards must follow their guidance, the state's attorney general said.
See How Social Media Responded After Marjorie Taylor Greene Blasts Protester as 'Disgrace to Gay People'
Calling a gay protester a "disgrace" has backfired on Marjorie Taylor Greene on social media.
California Shop Owner Killed over Pride Flag was Adamant She would Never Take it Down, Friend Says
The California woman killed for apparently refusing to remove an LGBTQ+ rainbow Pride flag from outside her store was adamant that she would never take it down, a longtime friend said Wednesday.
Supporters of Silenced Montana Transgender Lawmaker Zooey Zephyr Won't Face Trespassing Charges
Montana prosecutors are declining to pursue misdemeanor trespassing charges against seven people who were arrested in the state House gallery for protesting after Republicans denied transgender lawmaker Zooey Zephyr the right to debate bills.
Transgender Adults are Worried about Finding Welcoming Spaces to Live in their Later Years
For many transgender seniors, new state laws enacted around the country focusing on trans youth have brought new fears to their plans for retirement and old age.
Gender-Affirming Surgeries in the US Nearly Tripled Before Pandemic Dip, Study Finds
The number of gender-affirming surgeries in the U.S. nearly tripled from 2016 to 2019 before dropping slightly in 2020, according to a study published Wednesday.
Out Southern Indiana Egg Farmer John Rust Announces Bid for Republican Nod for US Senate in 2024
An openly gay southern Indiana egg farmer has declared his candidacy for the Republican nomination for the state's open U.S. Senate seat in 2024.
Workers in Disney World District Criticize DeSantis Appointees' Decision to Eliminate Free Passes
During a monthly board meeting, several current and former district firefighters spoke emotionally about how the free passes to Disney parks were a benefit for them and their families.
Georgia School District is Banning Books, Citing Sexual Content, after Firing a Teacher
Georgia's second-largest school district says that it has removed two books from 20 school libraries, saying the books had "highly inappropriate, sexually explicit content."
Court Battle Begins over Missouri's Ban on Gender-Affirming Health Care for Minors
Missouri's Republican Attorney General Andrew Bailey and the families of transgender children are in court this week fighting over whether a new law banning minors from receiving gender-affirming health care will take effect as scheduled Monday.
German Cabinet Approves Plan to Make it Easier for People to Legally Change Name, Gender
Germany's Cabinet on Wednesday approved a plan to make it easier for transgender, intersex and nonbinary people to change their name and gender in official documents.
Fruit Grower who Opposes Same-Sex Marriage Wins Ruling over Access to Public Market
The rights of a Michigan fruit grower were violated when a city barred him from a seasonal market because of his opposition to same-sex weddings at his orchard, a judge said.
Suspect Who Killed Store Owner had Ripped Down Pride Flag and Shouted Homophobic Slurs, Sheriff Says
A 27-year-old man killed by California sheriff's deputies over the weekend after he fatally shot a store owner had ripped down an LGBTQ+ Pride flag outside the business and shouted homophobic slurs at the woman, authorities said Monday.
Alabama can Enforce Ban on Puberty Blockers and Hormones for Transgender Children, Court Says
A federal appeals court ruled Monday that Alabama can enforce a ban outlawing the use of puberty blockers and hormones to treat transgender children.
Free Disney World Passes is Latest Front in War Between Disney and DeSantis Appointees
Already involved in two lawsuits with Disney, Gov. Ron DeSantis' appointees to a board that oversees Disney World's governing district on Monday launched a battle against the company on a new front.