33 trans individuals killed in acts of violence in past year, HRC saysThe Human Rights Campaign notes that Black trans women are disproportionately impacted by the violence.
Only LGBTQ+ center in Colorado Springs reflects on Club Q shootingThere are several kinds of services critical for the LGBTQ+ community after traumatic events like the one that occurred at Club Q one year ago.
Supreme Court won't allow Florida to enforce drag ban while on appealThe justices refused to narrow a lower-court order that has prohibited the law from being enforced statewide.
Thousands of discharged LGBTQ+ veterans still being denied benefitsThe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs estimates more than 100,000 service members were discharged under the repealed "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy.
New definition of infertility broadens to include LGBTQ+ communityThe American Society of Reproductive Medicine recently broadened their definition of infertility to be inclusive of single and LGBTQ+ people.
NHL reverses Pride tape ban after player’s protestThe NHL lifted the ban after an Arizona Coyotes defenseman hit the ice in protest with a hockey stick covered with the rainbow-colored tape.
NHL bans all theme-night gear, including rainbow Pride tapeThe NHL had announced in June that teams were no longer allowed to wear "specialty" jerseys during warmups, practices or games.
How has the Hate Crime Law been used to protect the gay community?The Human Rights Campaign says 2022 was a record year for hate crimes against LGBTQ+ communities.
Women, LGBTQ+ advocates aim to press issues in unusual Catholic synodThe synod in Rome has been described as a kind of workshop. About 365 Roman Catholics from around the world will be gathering.
Author barred from mention of Batman co-creator's gay sonMarc Tyler Nobleman at first complied with a request not to mention that the son of Batman's co-creator was gay, but then the author rebelled.
Jury awards $100,000 to Kentucky couple denied marriage licenseDavid Ermold and David Moore were awarded $50,000 each after suing former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis for refusing same-sex marriage licenses.
Lyft launches program that connects drivers and riders of same genderThe rideshare company unveiled its new Woman+ Connect feature, which prioritizes matches with other nearby women and nonbinary riders.
District says parents must be notified if student requests new pronounThe issue of parental notification has been a contentious issue nationally as transgender advocates say notification puts children at risk.
Judge blocks school district's new transgender notification policyThe state of California argued that many students do not divulge their gender identity to parents due to fears of abuse.
Carl Nassib, first active openly gay NFL player, announces retirement"Football has given me more than I ever could have imagined," Nassib said on Instagram.
Judge blocks Texas law drag show performers fear will shut them downA district judge in Texas temporarily blocked a new law from taking effect. Plaintiffs said it would have suppressed their First Amendment rights.
Texas to allow new law banning minor gender-affirming careThe move is set to make the state of Texas the most populous state in the U.S. with such restrictions on gender-affirming care.
New laws impacting Texas LGBTQ+ community to take effect FridayA host of new bills affecting the LGBTQ+ community are set to take effect Friday in Texas, after being major agenda items for lawmakers.
LGBTQ+ Canadians urged to be careful in US due to new lawsThe Canadian government wants its LGBTQ+ citizens to be cautious when visiting some states that have passed anti-LGBTQ+ bills.
California sues school district over transgender disclosure policyCalifornia schools are told not to disclose if students are transgender. One district is now being sued for defying that policy.
Rural library is caught in the crossfire of controversial book battlesIf a ballot measure passes in November, this could be the first library in the nation to close over books some deem "sexually explicit."
Judge rules parents can't opt students out of LGBTQ+ curriculumA Maryland judge ruled that parents don't have a right to opt their elementary school students out of reading books in class with LGBTQ+ characters.
Carlos Santana apologizes for anti-trans comments he made on stageCarlos Santana is backtracking on comments he made during a concert last month that have been criticized for being anti-trans.
Store owner reportedly killed in dispute over Pride flagLaura Ann Carleton was shot and killed at her clothing store in Cedar Glen, California.
Bills targeting transgender community stoke fearThe barrage of bills introduced during the recent legislative session has sparked concerns among the transgender community.
Transgender women banned from women's chess world championshipsA decision to ban transgender competitors from entering women's global chess events will remain in place for up to two years.
Veto overridden: N. Carolina ban on gender-affirming care is in effectLawmakers voted along party lines to override the veto of a bill that would bar medical professionals from providing certain care to those under 18.
More states expect schools to keep trans girls off girls' teamsNew restrictions are part of a larger wave of legislation across the U.S. against transgender rights.
Flashpoint: Drag BansThis is a Scripps News original documentary.
Wayne Brady comes out as pansexualThe "Let's Make a Deal" host said he initially couldn't settle on a label for his sexuality, noting that bisexuality didn't truly describe him.
Red Cross begins accepting blood donations from more gay menThe FDA has new rules that should allow more gay men the opportunity to donate blood.
Person connected with stabbing death of O'Shae Sibley in custodyPolice declined to identify the person or detail potential criminal charges.
Michigan bans use of so-called conversion therapy on LGBTQ+ youthLGBTQ+ rights advocates have decried the practice for years, citing research suggesting it can increase the risk of suicide and depression.
In a first for the NFL, Jaguars coach comes out as gayKevin Maxen, who has had a boyfriend for more than two years, is the first male NFL coach to come out publicly.
