LGBT Pride
The latest news on Pride, an annual recognition occuring every June of LGBTQ people and their history. A rainbow flag is often the symbol of the marches and festivities, the exact date of Pride differs city by city. Most locations time their Pride festivities for the last weekend in June to coincide with the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots, when LGBTQ people stood up to police brutality at New York's Stonewall bar.
Birthing People's Day? Cori Bush Debate Rages Into Mother's Day Weekend
"Happy Birthing Person's Day to all the strong, independent birthing people out there!" one user tweeted.
Christian College Sues Over Biden's Order Banning Gender Segregation
Private Christian College of the Ozarks is fighting a Biden administration executive order that requires a interpretation of the word "sex" in the Fair Housing Act that would not discriminate based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
Texas Democrat Revives Trans Sports Bill After His Education Bill Blocked
"Parents of transgender children ... now realize their kids' lives and dignity were used as a legislative bargaining chip," a state LGBTQ organization said about the legislator's actions.
Texas GOP Chair Challenges Reporter at Press Conference to Do 30 Pushups
He did the pushups after praising state Republicans for pushing bills that criminalize abortion and transgender-related medical care for minors.
Students Say Teacher Scrawled 'Heteros Rule' Over Their Pro-LGBTQ Chalk Art
Students and parents of the Fort Bend, Texas middle school reported to news outlets that the teacher "lost control."
Black Transgender Woman Murdered In Florida, Suspect Remains At Large
Keri Washington, 49, was found dead behind an apartment building in Clearwater, Florida. Authorities say Arthur Benjamin Jr. is wanted for first-degree murder in Washington's slaying.
Jenner's Past Support for Young Trans Athletes Resurfaces as She U-Turns
"I also want to acknowledge all the young trans athletes who are out there—given the chance to play sports as who they really are," Jenner said in 2015.
Caitlyn Jenner Backs GOP Bans on Trans Girls Competing in Female Sports
"I oppose biological boys who are trans competing in girls sports in school," the prominent transgender celebrity and California gubernatorial hopeful said Saturday.
Jim Justice Can't Cite Examples of Trans Athlete Gaining Advantage
"I can't really tell you one," the Republican West Virginia governor admitted.
Judge Seeks Help to 'Understand Same-Sex Relationships' Before Verdict
Justice N Anand Venkatesh, a high court judge in Madras, India is to give a ruling on a protection order for a same-sex couple.
78% of LGBTQ Americans Approve of Joe Biden's Performance in First 100 Days
"Our poll shows LGBTQ people want leadership from elected officials and companies to speak out and take action for equality and against these discriminatory bills," GLAAD's president said.
NC Ditches Transgender Sports Legislation as Florida Gov. Prepares to Sign
North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore expressed concerns about the legislation garnering enough support.
Teacher Apologizes for Hurling Beer at Diners Amid Wife's Transphobic Rant
The school district that employs Michael Smurro said it was investigating the incident at a restaurant in New Jersey.
School Vice Principal Threw Beer at Diners as Wife Went on Transphobic Rant
A middle school administrator was caught in a viral video harassing people in a restaurant as his wife complained about a transgender woman using the restroom.
Audio From Canada School on Class About Gender 'Spectrum' Stirs Controversy
The audio was recorded in a seventh grade classroom, during which gender identity is being discussed.
Human Rights Campaign Asks NCAA to Cancel Events in Transgender Ban States
The NCAA's Board of Governors expressed support for the inclusion of transgender athletes, saying the NCAA will "closely monitor these situations to determine whether NCAA championships can be conducted in ways that are welcoming and respectful of all participants."
VisuWell CEO Denies Harassing Boy Over Prom Dress in Viral Video
Johnson told Newsweek that the confrontation arose from "obnoxious, loud behavior by this group of teens."
Caitlyn Jenner, Ted Lieu Trade 'Condescending' Barbs Over California Crime
The gubernatorial hopeful slammed congressman Lieu's "condescending tone" while he shared a "Schoolhouse Rock video for you to educate yourself."
'I'm Black, Trans and HIV Positive'
Secrets are hard. Keeping my diagnosis from my mom was the hardest, because we shared everything with each other.
Pro-Trump Conservatives Come Out Against Caitlyn Jenner's Calif. Campaign
The transgender celebrity is running as a Republican, but GOP lawmakers across the country are pushing anti-trans legislation.
Newsom Recall Organizers 'Very Excited' About Caitlyn Jenner's Campaign
"More than 2.1 million Californians have worked tirelessly during the past year to get the recall effort against Governor Gavin Newson on the ballot," Randy Economy of the recall effort told Newsweek.
Kansas State Sen. Vows To Keep Pushing Transgender Sports Bill Till Passage
Renee Erickson, a Republican state senator from Wichita, Kansas, vowed to continue efforts to ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's school sports.
Transgender 4th Grader Gets Death Threats After Texas Legislature Testimony
"Dumb idiot get murdered you disgusting little brat," a commenter wrote on the child's YouTube page after she testified.
Trans Teen Has Two Funerals After Grieving Parents Disagree Over Gender
After a transgender teenage boy passed away, his parents had to make a difficult decision: would they use his birth name or chosen name?
Montana's Potential Loss of $250M Leads to Transgender Bill Changes
Facing the risk of losing millions of dollars in funding, Montana lawmakers amended a controversial bill on Tuesday that would ban transgender athletes from competing in school and college sports according to the gender with which they identify.
Richard Dawkins' 1996 Humanist Award Revoked Over Transgender Comments
The American Humanist Association said its board concluded that the biologist and author "is no longer deserving of being honored by the AHA."
'Sims 4' Petition to Add Transgender Pronoun Option Nears 12.7K Signatures
"The Sims markets itself on 'playing with life,' yet is lacking in such an important part in representation," wrote Twitch streamer Momo Misfortune to Newsweek.
'After 50 Years of Sexual Assault Shame, I'm Finally Reclaiming My Voice'
Along with my innocence, these sexual violations robbed me of my voice. I felt humiliated because each time I failed to defend myself.
Student Caught Cutting Down Pride Flag at School Causes Viral Controversy
A high schooler has caused an internet firestorm after he was caught on video dismantling a school's rainbow flag.
How Colton Underwood, Star of 'The Bachelor,' Came Out as Gay
"I'm gay, and I came to terms with that earlier this year and have been processing it," the 29-year-old said on "Good Morning America."
