States protecting transgender health care try to absorb demand
Waiting lists for gender-affirming health care are growing in states that declared themselves refuges for transgender people as bans for such care for minors take effect nationwide.
Waiting lists for gender-affirming health care are growing in states that declared themselves refuges for transgender people as bans for such care for minors take effect nationwide.
Families with transgender kids forced to travel out of state for care they need
With at least 20 states moving to ban or restrict such care for minors, some kids feel they are receiving the message that they cannot be themselves.
With at least 20 states moving to ban or restrict such care for minors, some kids feel they are receiving the message that they cannot be themselves.
Texas ranks 3rd for most anti-LGBTQ hate crimes & incidents; local community reacts on Independence Day
As Independence Day arrives, the state of Texas ranks as one of the worst in LGBTQ hate crimes.
As Independence Day arrives, the state of Texas ranks as one of the worst in LGBTQ hate crimes.
Web designer's 'customer' in Supreme Court case raising ethical and legal flags
The Supreme Court said a Christian designer can refuse to make wedding websites for gay couples after her lawsuit pointed to a request from a man named “Stewart” and his husband-to-be. But Stewart says that never happened.
The Supreme Court said a Christian designer can refuse to make wedding websites for gay couples after her lawsuit pointed to a request from a man named “Stewart” and his husband-to-be. But Stewart says that never happened.
Supreme Court backs designer who objects to making gay couples’ wedding websites
In a defeat for gay rights, the court ruled 6-3 for designer Lorie Smith despite a Colorado law that bars discrimination based on sexual orientation, race, gender and other characteristics.
In a defeat for gay rights, the court ruled 6-3 for designer Lorie Smith despite a Colorado law that bars discrimination based on sexual orientation, race, gender and other characteristics.
Supreme Court makes big decisions with more to come: Here's what to know
The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.
The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.
Houston LGBTQIA+ youth homelessness on the rise
Local data shows that 25% of homeless youth in the city identify as LGBTQ-plus. Many of them are kicked out of their homes after coming out to their families.
Local data shows that 25% of homeless youth in the city identify as LGBTQ-plus. Many of them are kicked out of their homes after coming out to their families.
Houston LGBTQIA+ youth homelessness on the rise, activists say
Local data shows that 25% of homeless youth in the city identify as LGBTQ-plus. Many of them are kicked out of their homes after coming out to their families.
Local data shows that 25% of homeless youth in the city identify as LGBTQ-plus. Many of them are kicked out of their homes after coming out to their families.
Houston Pride 2023: Cooling centers for residents to beat the heat
This excessive heatwave is nothing to be proud of. And as Houston residents gear up for Pride Celebrations, the city is reminding them where they can go if they need to cool off during the intense weather and to also bring water!
This excessive heatwave is nothing to be proud of. And as Houston residents gear up for Pride Celebrations, the city is reminding them where they can go if they need to cool off during the intense weather and to also bring water!
6 out of 10 Texas cities named among least LGBTQ+ friendly: study
Texas has some work to do after a recent study showed six cities were named among the least LGBTQ+ friendly.
Texas has some work to do after a recent study showed six cities were named among the least LGBTQ+ friendly.
2023 Pride Parade: Houston Rockets hold designing contests for float
Looking to show off your artistic skills and love for the Houston Rockets during the 2023 Pride Parade? Have we got the contest for you!
Looking to show off your artistic skills and love for the Houston Rockets during the 2023 Pride Parade? Have we got the contest for you!
Joe Biden reveals LGBTQ+ initiatives but postpones White House Pride Month event due to poor air quality
The Pride Month event will be held Saturday and will show support for LGBTQ+ people at a time when the community feels under attack and the White House has little recourse to challenge state-level legislation against them.
The Pride Month event will be held Saturday and will show support for LGBTQ+ people at a time when the community feels under attack and the White House has little recourse to challenge state-level legislation against them.
3 arrested after protest outside Glendale school board meeting over student pronouns turns violent
Punches were thrown outside a Glendale school board meeting as protests were held over the students' right to choose their pronouns.
Punches were thrown outside a Glendale school board meeting as protests were held over the students' right to choose their pronouns.
Human Rights Campaign declares state of emergency warning for LGBTQ+ people
The civil rights group warns of what it calls an “unprecedented and dangerous" rise in discriminatory laws in some states, saying more than 70 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been signed into law so far this year.
The civil rights group warns of what it calls an “unprecedented and dangerous" rise in discriminatory laws in some states, saying more than 70 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been signed into law so far this year.
Pride becomes minefield for big US companies, but many continue their support
Dozens of big companies are sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events and displaying racks of Pride-themed merchandise. But this year, the rainbow has lost some shine.
Dozens of big companies are sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events and displaying racks of Pride-themed merchandise. But this year, the rainbow has lost some shine.
3 out of 4 Americans support LGBTQ ad campaigns, GLAAD survey finds
More than half of people polled said seeing LGBTQ people in ads makes them "more comfortable with people who are different than themselves."
More than half of people polled said seeing LGBTQ people in ads makes them "more comfortable with people who are different than themselves."
LGBTQ+ Pride month begins with protests, parades, parties
This year’s Pride month occurs in a political climate where legislative action from some states has banned drag shows and access to gender-affirming care.
This year’s Pride month occurs in a political climate where legislative action from some states has banned drag shows and access to gender-affirming care.
Uganda president signs tough anti-gay bill into law with death penalty in some cases
The new law prescribes the death penalty for "aggravated homosexuality," which is defined as cases of sexual relations involving people infected with HIV as well as with minors and other categories of vulnerable people.
The new law prescribes the death penalty for "aggravated homosexuality," which is defined as cases of sexual relations involving people infected with HIV as well as with minors and other categories of vulnerable people.
Pride Month 2023: Rooftop Cinema Club Uptown showcases LGBTQIA+ films
The films will include titles such as The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Everything Everywhere All At Once, She’s The Man, Set It Off, Jennifer’s Body, and more. Rooftop Cinema Club will also donate to Lambda Legal for each ticket sold.
The films will include titles such as The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Everything Everywhere All At Once, She’s The Man, Set It Off, Jennifer’s Body, and more. Rooftop Cinema Club will also donate to Lambda Legal for each ticket sold.
HIV infection rate declines among young gay, bisexual men, according to CDC
While the numbers are showing a downward trend, researchers say racial disparities are still reflected in the study.
While the numbers are showing a downward trend, researchers say racial disparities are still reflected in the study.