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Nebraska Lawmakers Pass 12-week Abortion Ban, Restrictions on Gender-affirming Care for Minors
The Nebraska Legislature approved a 12-week abortion ban and restrictions on gender-affirming care in a move so contentious that lawmakers said they may be unable to work together in the future.
'A Day of Joy': Out Basketball Star Brittney Griner Makes WNBA Season Debut
Griner hugged Vice President Kamala Harris and first gentleman Doug Emhoff as they left the court after Harris was presented with a No. 49 Sparks jersey.
How Companies are Trying to Target their Marketing on the LGBTQ Community Now
Companies are starting to recognize the purchasing power of the LGBTQ community and are working towards more inclusive marketing practices.
Nebraska Expected to Pass Combo Bill on Abortion, Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
Conservative Nebraska lawmakers are expected to have just enough votes to pass a bill Friday that combines a ban on gender-affirming care for minors with a 12-week abortion ban.
Trans Girl is Told Not to Wear Dress to Mississippi Graduation, Lawsuit Says
A Mississippi school district is refusing to let a transgender girl wear a dress and heeled shoes with her graduation cap and gown for high school graduation this weekend, her family says in a federal lawsuit against the district.
Oklahoma Agrees to Not Enforce Gender-Affirming Care Ban While Temporary Order Sought
Oklahoma agreed on Thursday to not enforce its ban on gender-affirming medical care for young transgender people while opponents of the law seek a temporary court order blocking it.
Non-Binary Former Dept. of Energy Official Under Arrest, 'Fugitive from Justice'
Sam Brinton, a non-binary former DOE official, has been apprehended as a "fugitive from justice." This is their third arrest in connection with with allegations of luggage theft.
Disney Scraps Plans for New Florida Campus as Fight with Gov. Ron DeSantis Continues
The Walt Disney Co. announced it was scrapping plans to build a new campus in central Florida and relocate 2,000 employees from Southern California to work in digital technology, finance, and product development.
Debt Ceiling Negotiators Pushing for Weekend Deal, but Much Work Remains
Negotiators from the White House labored Thursday over the U.S. debt limit with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's emissaries at the Capitol, trying to strike a budget deal to avert a looming crisis.
TikTok Content Creators File Lawsuit Against Montana over First-in-nation Law Banning App
Five TikTok content creators have filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn Montana's first-in-the-nation ban on the video sharing app, arguing the law is an unconstitutional violation of free speech rights.
Los Angles Dodgers Cancel Honoring LGBTQ Group on Pride Night
The Los Angeles chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence were to receive the team's Community Hero Award, but they have since been removed from the LA Dodger event lineup.
Andy Warhol Violated Photographer's Copyright of Prince Image, Supreme Court Rules
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a photographer who claimed the late Andy Warhol had violated her copyright on a photograph of the singer Prince.
Montana Governor Bans TikTok but Can It Be Enforced?
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed into law a first-of-its kind bill that makes it illegal for TikTok to operate in the state, setting up a potential legal fight with the company amid a litany of questions over whether the state can even enforce the law.
Gay Soccer Star Jake Daniels Offers Coming Out Help to Closeted Players
Out gay English soccer star Jake Daniels says he hopes the example he's set inspires closeted footballers to come out — and he'll be there to help out when they do.
Here are the Restrictions on Transgender People Moving Forward in US Statehouses
Restrictions on transgender people are spreading quickly despite criticism from medical groups and advocates who say they're further marginalizing trans youth and threatening their health.
Texas Legislature OKs Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
Texas would become the largest state to ban gender-affirming care for minors under a bill sent Wednesday night to Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, who has previously ordered child welfare officials to investigate such treatment as abuse.
New Hampshire House Voting on Whether Parents Who Ask Must be Told about Trans Talk at School
The national debate surrounding transgender students and parental rights returns to the New Hampshire Statehouse on Thursday.
Man Indicted in Theft of 'Wizard of Oz' Ruby Slippers Worn by Judy Garland
A man has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of stealing a pair of ruby red slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz," federal prosecutors in North Dakota say.
Hacked Orlando Digital Traffic Sign Sends Disturbing Message: 'Kill All Gays'
Drivers in Orlando got a disturbing traffic message on early Wednesday morning: a digital sign reading "Kill All Gays."
Montana Governor Bans TikTok. But Can the State Enforce the Law?
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte on Wednesday signed into law a first-of-its kind bill that makes it illegal for TikTok to operate in the state, setting up a potential legal fight with the company.