House votes for protections for same-sex and interracial marriages
Democrats argued intensely in favor of enshrining marriage equality in federal law, while Republicans steered clear of openly rejecting gay marriage.
Social media platforms failing to stop hate, threats against LGBTQ users, report says
The GLAAD report says that instead of protecting LGBTQ users, the companies are safeguarding information about how they respond to those attacks.
Houston Pride draws thousands as worries grow for the future of same-sex marriage
Thousands of people flocked to Houston City Hall Saturday to celebrate Pride, and while it was a fun, positive atmosphere, many of the LGBTQIA+ community are fearful for the future of gay marriage.
Fighting stigma and hate, the Law Harrington Senior Living Center is first LGBTQIA+ space in Texas
Fighting stigma and hate, the Law Harrington Senior Living Center is welcoming people with its bright colors in Houston's Third Ward. The center is the largest in the nation and the first in the state of Texas.
Houston's law enforcement taking proactive safety steps ahead of Pride parade
Houston's law enforcement taking proactive safety steps in light of a plot foiled by police in Idaho over the weekend.
Librarian describes Proud Boys storming San Lorenzo library during Drag Queen reading
Librarian Cindy Chadwick said about five Proud Boys stormed the San Lorenzo library, shouting transphobic slurs and scaring children.
Idaho police arrest dozens on suspicion of conspiracy to riot at gay pride event
The individuals suspected of being tied to the group Patriot Front are being charged with conspiracy to riot at a gay pride event in Idaho, officials said.
Judge temporarily blocks some Texas investigations into gender-affirming care for trans children
The state has been investigating whether parents who provide access to gender-affirming health care are committing child abuse. The temporary restraining order is part of a lawsuit filed on behalf of three families and members of PFLAG, an LGBTQ advocacy group.
Pride month: Burger King Austria debuts Pride Whopper with same-side buns
The fast-food chain debuted its Pride Whopper, which is the same Whopper served with the same half of a bun on each side.
Marines respond to anti-gay posts after recognizing Pride Month: ‘Have a meritorious day!’
Some Marines in South Carolina are standing their ground after expressing support for Pride Month in a recent Facebook post.
'We can still love each other,' first LGBTQIA+ Mosque to be opened in Houston
Erum Rani, a Muslim LGBTQIA+ activist in short order tells FOX 26, will be opening the first affirming mosque in Houston, a dream she’s been working on for a few years.
Texas Supreme Court allows child abuse investigations into families of transgender teens to continue
The high court also raised questions about why the state opened these investigations in the first place, noting that the child welfare agency is not bound by directives from the governor.
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt signs bill banning nonbinary option on birth certificate
Many states only offer male or female gender options on birth certificates.
Man who damaged LGBTQ streetscape must write essay on Pulse
A man convicted of burning tire marks across a gay-pride streetscape in South Florida while participating in a rally for former President Donald Trump last summer must write a 25-page essay on the deadly 2016 shooting at a gay nightclub in the state.