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Arkansas Bathroom Bill Condemned as too Extreme is Revamped

Arkansas Bathroom Bill Condemned as too Extreme is Revamped

NATIONAL | By Andrew DeMillo | Mar 29, 2023

An Arkansas bathroom bill that went further than a 2016 North Carolina law that was repealed after boycotts was revamped following complaints from the trans community and their families that it would criminalize trans people for using public restrooms.

What is the Filibuster, and Why Does it Matter in Nebraska?

What is the Filibuster, and Why Does it Matter in Nebraska?

NATIONAL | By Margery A. Beck | Mar 29, 2023

A group of lawmakers is continuing this week to filibuster all bills that come before the Nebraska Legislature — even the ones they support — in protest over a bill that would ban gender-affirming treatments for minors.

Visitors Flock to See David Sculpture after Florida Uproar

Visitors Flock to See David Sculpture after Florida Uproar

NATIONAL | By Trisha Thomas | Mar 29, 2023

Visitors flocked to see Michelangelo's David sculpture in Florence on Tuesday, following an uproar over a Florida school's decision to force the resignation of the principal over complaints about a lesson featuring the Renaissance masterpiece.

Watch: Out Weatherman Fired over Nude Photos Launches Weather Subscription

Watch: Out Weatherman Fired over Nude Photos Launches Weather Subscription

NATIONAL | By Emell Adolphus | Mar 28, 2023

Fired, openly gay Emmy-nominated meteorologist Erick Adame is starting his very own weather subscription service, full of cute and quirky videos centering on weather that can be delivered directly to your inbox when you sign up for a subscription.

BBC Wrestling Reboot Plans to Feature Queer Wrestler Cassius Paule Who Wants to be Named 'Barbie'

BBC Wrestling Reboot Plans to Feature Queer Wrestler Cassius Paule Who Wants to be Named 'Barbie'

SPORTS | Mar 28, 2023

Out wrestler Cassius Paule has been approached by the BBC to be part of the reboot of the 1990s wrestling show "Gladiators" and wants to be named "Barbie."

Wisconsin School Bans Miley, Dolly Duet from Class Concert

Wisconsin School Bans Miley, Dolly Duet from Class Concert

NATIONAL | By Harm Venhuizen | Mar 28, 2023

Administrators at a Wisconsin elementary school stopped a first-grade class from performing a Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton duet promoting LGBTQ acceptance because the song "could be perceived as controversial."

Foes of Kentucky Transgender Bill Push Back with Radio Ads

Foes of Kentucky Transgender Bill Push Back with Radio Ads

NATIONAL | By Bruce Schreiner | Mar 28, 2023

A well-known Kentucky Republican blasted the GOP's push for transgender legislation, calling it "a bad look for the party of Abraham Lincoln" in a radio ad coming days before lawmakers could vote to override the Democratic governor's veto of the bill.

Indiana Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care Sent to Governor

Indiana Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care Sent to Governor

NATIONAL | By Arleigh Rodgers | Mar 28, 2023

Indiana House Republicans on Monday approved a bill that would ban all gender-affirming care for minors in the state, sending the measure to Indiana's Republican governor amid a wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation across the U.S.

Idaho Senate Passes Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

Idaho Senate Passes Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

NATIONAL | Mar 28, 2023

The Idaho Senate on Monday voted 22-12 to pass a bill criminalizing gender-affirming healthcare for minors, one month after the state House passed similar legislation.

What We Know About the Nashville Christian School Shooting

What We Know About the Nashville Christian School Shooting

NATIONAL | Mar 28, 2023

Six people were killed at a small, private Christian school just south of downtown Nashville on Monday after a shooter opened fire inside the building containing about 200 students, police said.

SF LGBT Center's Soirée

SF LGBT Center's Soirée

LOCAL | By David-Elijah Nahmod | Mar 28, 2023

On April 15 the City View at the Metreon will come alive when the San Francisco LGBT Center celebrates its 21st year with its annual Soirée, which promises to be a night to remember.

Nashville School Shooter Had Drawn Maps, Done Surveillance

Nashville School Shooter Had Drawn Maps, Done Surveillance

NATIONAL | By onathan Mattise, Travis Loller and Holly Meyer | Mar 27, 2023

The suspect in a Nashville school shooting on Monday had drawn a detailed map of the school, including potential entry points, and conducted surveillance before killing three students and three adults in the latest in a series of mass shootings.

Madonna Coming to Cause a Commotion in Tennessee with Tour

Madonna Coming to Cause a Commotion in Tennessee with Tour

POLITICS | By Emell Adolphus | Mar 27, 2023

The Pop icon announced new shows in Nashville while slamming a law restricting drag race shows in the state.

Sabres' Russian Player Won't Take Part in Pride Night Warmup

Sabres' Russian Player Won't Take Part in Pride Night Warmup

SPORTS | By John Wawrow | Mar 27, 2023

Ilya Lyubushkin is citing an anti-gay Kremlin law and fears of retribution at home in Russia for electing not to participate in the Buffalo Sabres' pregame warmup on the team's Pride night, when players are expected to wear rainbow-colored jerseys.

NY-Based Administrative Judge Unfazed After Being Fired for OnlyFans Account

NY-Based Administrative Judge Unfazed After Being Fired for OnlyFans Account

WORKPLACE | Mar 27, 2023

A New York-based administrative law judge has been fired from his position after it came to light that he was also making money from a side hustle with an OnlyFans account.

Is 'David' Porn? Italian Museum Invites Fla. Parents to Come See

Is 'David' Porn? Italian Museum Invites Fla. Parents to Come See

NATIONAL | By Nicole Winfield and Terry Spencer | Mar 26, 2023

A Florence museum invited a Florida charter school's parents and students to view Michelangelo's "David" in person after parents complained that the statue was "pornographic."

Meet 10 Athletes Who Recently Came Out

Meet 10 Athletes Who Recently Came Out

SPORTS | By Shawn Laib | Mar 26, 2023

Attitudes towards LGBTQ+ athletes have changed a lot in recent years and we're looking at 10 athletes who have recently come out and in the process changed the world forever with their bravery.

Listen: Conservative Catholic Group Spent $4 Million to Out Gay Priests

Listen: Conservative Catholic Group Spent $4 Million to Out Gay Priests

NATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 26, 2023

A Denver-based Catholic group reportedly spent $4 million to track gay priests on dating apps — and then outed them to the church hierarchy.

Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister for Urging Halt to Overhaul

Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister for Urging Halt to Overhaul

INTERNATIONAL | By Ilan ben Zion | Mar 26, 2023

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired his defense minister on Sunday, a day after Yoav Gallant called for a halt to the planned overhaul of Israel's judiciary that has fiercely divided the country.

Next Victim of Culture War: the LGBTQ+ Flag

Next Victim of Culture War: the LGBTQ+ Flag

POLITICS | Mar 26, 2023

A Republican state senator from Tampa, FL proposes to limit to four the number of flags that can be flown at government facilities.

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