LGBTQ
Singer Khalid revealed that being outed on social media by an ex was a painful experience that stripped him of control over his story, but ultimately helped him embrace his sexuality and artistry. Now openly gay, he calls the incident a “blessing in disguise,” inspiring his forthcoming album After The Sun Goes Down (out October […]
Justine Lindsay, who made history in 2022 as the first transgender cheerleader in the NFL, has announced her departure from the Carolina Panthers’ TopCats team. In a statement to Outsports, Lindsay said she will now focus on advocacy and pageantry, aiming to inspire future leaders and marginalized communities. Lindsay, a graduate of NC State and […]
Cynthia Erivo is using her platform to celebrate authenticity and challenge societal norms. The Tony-winning actress and singer opens up about her queerness and personal growth as she prepares to release her new studio album, I Forgive You, on June 6. Since coming out in 2022, Erivo has embraced being a visible figure for LGBTQ+ […]
Investigators have provided updates on the case of 24-year-old Sam Nordquist, whose remains were found recently. A joint statement from Ontario County prosecutors and New York State Police indicates no evidence that his murder was a hate crime. It was revealed that Nordquist and his alleged attackers, who are all identified as LGBTQ+, knew each […]
In Georgia, a bill to sever all connections with the American Library Association (ALA) is advancing through the state legislature. This move comes amid concerns from some conservatives over the ALA’s perceived politicization, particularly regarding its influence on public and school library collections. The bill, sponsored by Republican state Sen. Larry Walker, was motivated by […]
Over the weekend there’s a mass shooting at a LGBTQ+ nightclub involving 5 people being killed and 25 injured. The attack happened Saturday night right before midnight, Reports say 2 people stopped the shooter from hurting more people. Police arrested a 22 year old man for the shooting and the violent attack is being called a […]
Niecy Nash has been asked to host this year’s virtual 2021 GLAAD Media Awards Ceremony. The announcement came yesterday via GLAAD’s youtube channel and included that the event will take place on April 8th at 8pm. The event will be live streamed, but will also be available for replay until the end of June. Nash […]
Governor Andre Cuomo announced a comprehensive package to combat domestic violence in his 2021 State of the State. Governor Cuomo’s package includes a reimagined domestic violence agency. The agency would become the Office to End Domestic Violence and Gender-Based Violence. It would handle partner violence which includes domestic violence and sexual violence, in a survivor-centered […]
Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren released a statement regarding the arrest of the man who committed a hate crime. Police arrested 24-year-old Rashad Turner on Monday in connection with the investigation of the hate crime. The assault of a transgender man took place on July 31, on Denver Street. The victim said he was targeted because […]
A big win for the LGBTQ+ community in the United States Supreme Court Monday. The Supreme Court ruled the employers can not fire or discriminate against you based on sex. The landmark ruling covers gender identity and sexual orientation under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Trumps Administration argued the authors of the […]
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