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Wider than Websites? LGBTQ+ Advocates Fear Broader Discrimination after Supreme Court Ruling
A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing a Colorado Christian graphic artist to refuse to work with same-sex couples has LGBTQIA+ people across the country worried about just how far the consequences will reach.
Web Designer in Supreme Court Gay Rights Ruling Cited Client who Denies Making Wedding Site Request
A Colorado web designer who the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday could refuse to make wedding websites for gay couples cited a request from a man who says he never asked to work with her.
Supreme Court Lets Stand Ruling that Protects People with Gender Dysphoria Under Disability Law
In a win for transgender rights, the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday declined to review a first-of-its-kind ruling from a federal appeals court that found people with gender dysphoria are entitled to the protections of the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Louisiana Governor Vetoes Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation Including a Gender-Affirming Care Ban
Democratic Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards blocked a package of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation from becoming law, including the state's version of what critics call Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill and a ban on gender-affirming medical care for young trans people.
From Human Ashes to Cellphones, What's Going on with Concert Fans Lately?
From flinging bras to tossing flowers, concertgoers have long been a bit extra in showing adoration for their beloved artists — but a recent spate of artists being hit by weightier projectiles raises concerns about extreme fan culture and security.
Watch: Massachusetts Reaches out with Billboard Messages of Welcome to LGBTQ+ People in Texas, Florida
At a time when LGBTQ+ people are fleeing Florida and Texas, America's cradle of liberty has a message for queer refugees: You are welcome here.
Supreme Court Rules for Designer who Doesn't Want to Make Wedding Websites for Gay Couples
In a defeat for gay rights, the Supreme Court's conservative majority ruled Friday that a Christian graphic artist who wants to design wedding websites can refuse to work with same-sex couples.
Parents of Transgender Youth are Suing to Block Georgia's Gender-Affirming Care Ban
Parents of four transgender children have filed a lawsuit challenging a Georgia law set to take effect Saturday that bans most gender-affirming surgeries and hormone replacement therapies for transgender people under 18, their lawyers said.
Gatherings Combining Pride and Juneteenth Give Black LGBTQ+ People Refuge Where They can Celebrate
From speaking at a health equity forum to striking a pose to the beats of a DJ set at a party on a pedestrian bridge, Naomi Green spent one weekend this month jumping from one event in Dallas to another that celebrated Juneteenth and Pride together.
Tennessee Law Changes Starting July 1 will Restrict Trans Health Care and Fund More School Safety
Months after Tennessee lawmakers finished a chaotic legislative session, many of the most hotly contested laws are poised to take effect Saturday, including measures on health care for transgender children, police oversight, school safety and teacher pay.
Nebraska Lawmaker Sues Conservative PAC for Defamation, Says Online Attacks Led to Threats on Trans Child
A Nebraska lawmaker is suing a conservative political action committee for defamation, saying the group targeted her with online attacks that led to violent threats against her and her transgender child.
Florida Agency Appeals Ruling Blocking Anti-Drag Show Law
Days after a federal judge temporarily blocked a new Florida law targeting drag shows, the state has appealed that decision.
North Carolina Measure Limiting LGBTQ+ Curriculum Heading to Governor's Desk
North Carolina lawmakers on Thursday finalized legislation touted by Republicans as giving parents greater authority over their children's public school education and health care, with limits on LGBTQ+ instruction in early grades a key provision.
Prosecutor Says Kevin Spacey is 'a Sexual Bully' who Preys on Men
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey gets a thrill by preying on other men, a prosecutor told jurors during his sexual assault trial Friday in a London courtroom.
Trans Kansas Residents can Keep Updating Documents Despite New Law, Governor Says
The Democratic governor in Kansas declared Thursday that the state will keep allowing transgender residents to alter their driver's licenses and birth certificates, despite a new law aimed at preventing it.
Police Say Stabbings of 3 People During Gender Class in Canada were Motivated by Hate
A suspect has been charged in the stabbing of a professor and two students during a class on gender issues at Canada's University of Waterloo in what police are calling a hate-motivated attack.
Virgin Galactic's Rocket-powered Plane Reaches Edge of Space
A team of Italian researchers reached the edge of space, flying aboard a rocket-powered plane piloted by Virgin Galactic as the space tourism company prepares for monthly commercial flights.
Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Ruling Leaves Colleges Looking for New Ways to Promote Diversity
Leaders of universities said they were disappointed by a blow to diversity but voiced optimism about finding ways to admit more Black and Hispanic students. Evidence suggests that might be hard.
Is the Supreme Court About to Rule on a Bogus Gay Rights Case?
The Supreme Court is set to deliver a ruling Friday—the final day of the term—about whether state anti-discrimination laws violate the First Amendment right to free speech. But the history of the case is worth noting.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action in College Admissions, and Biden 'Strongly' Disagrees
The Supreme Court on Thursday struck down affirmative action in college admissions, declaring race cannot be a factor and forcing institutions of higher education to look for new ways to achieve diverse student bodies.