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Windy City Times 2023-02-08 |
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| | Opinion: LGBTQ+ candidates are there as Chicago politics prepare to shift
The exhausting Chicago election cycle continues. Once the midterm and gubernatorial races were resolved this past November, the Windy City was already midstream in campaigning for the 2023 municipal elections Feb. 28 (with runoffs April 4). ... | | 
| | PASSAGES: LGBTQ activist, writer and therapist Dr. Charles Silverstein
New York City-based LGBTQ activist, writer and therapist Dr. Charles Silverstein died Jan. 30 of complications from cancer surrounded by family and friends. He was 87. Silverstein was born April 23, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York ... | | 
| | HRC on SOTU: Biden's support of trans youth highlights anti-trans legislative attacks
--From a press release
WASHINGTON — In tonight's State of the Union address, President Joe Biden made a point to defend transgender and non-binary youth from the wave of attacks they're facing, saying "Let's also pass the bipartisan Equality Act ... | |
| | Pope criticizes anti-gay laws after Africa trip
On Feb. 5, Pope Francis—along with the head of the Anglican Communion and top Presbyterian minister—denounced the criminalization of homosexuality and said churches should welcome gay people, Time reported. The ... | |
| | The NBJC commemorates National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, re-releases toolkit
--From a press release
WASHINGTON — For National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) today, February 7, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) has re-released a toolkit that includes information about testing, treatment, and tips ... | |
| | Quigley announces State Sen. Sara Feigenholtz as State of the Union Guest
--From a press release
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) announced State Senator Sara Feigenholtz as his guest to President Joe Biden's State of the Union on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Feigenholtz has represented the 6th distri ... | |
| | LGBT poverty dropped to 17% during the COVID-19 pandemic
--From a press release
Economic well-being increased most among LGBT people of color and in households with children A new study by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law finds a dramatic decrease in the number of LGBT and ... | |
| | On State of the Union eve, HRC highlights Biden-Harris record on LGBTQ+ equality, urges action
--From a press release
WASHINGTON — As President Biden prepares to deliver his second State of the Union address on Tuesday, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) — the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender ... | | 
| | Equality Illinois signals readiness for anti-discrimination battles at 2023 gala
LGBTQ+ Chicagoans and their supporters gathered the evening of Feb. 4 for the 2023 edition of the Equality Gala. Speakers included Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Equality Illinois CEO Brian Johnson, and Equality Florida CEO Nadine Smith, who ... | | 
| | WORLD Czech president, ex-athlete's legal dispute, Congo rebels, killing
Former army chief and high NATO official Petr Pavel won the Czech Republic's presidential election, CNN reported. Pavel, a retired general running for office for the first time, won 58.3% of the vote, defeating controversial billionaire ... | | 
| | NATIONAL Gun measure, Buttigieg, NBJC's criticism, anti-trans bills
Equality Florida condemned the filing of a bill, announced by Republican Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, that would eliminate training and permitting requirements for the concealed carrying of firearms. In a press statement, Equality Florida Press ... | | 
| | Let's Talk presents "Let's Talk & Celebrate" foodie bash March 2
--From a press release
(CHICAGO) — Kick off Women's History Month with a "Let's Talk & Celebrate" Gold Glamour Gourmet bash by 35+ Chicagoland Let's Talk Womxn LetsTalkWomxn.com restaurateurs on Thursday, March 2, at Moe's Cantina in River North fr ... | | 
| | Lesbian Singles Over 45 event Feb. 11
--From a press release
Queer Ministries of Lincoln United Methodist Church (LUMC) is hosting the 1st Annual Lesbian Singles Event Over 45 on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.Lincoln United Methodist Church Community Center located a ... |
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| | THEATER REVIEW Toni Stone at the Goodman
Lydia R. Diamond's original play, Toni Stone, is simply wonderful on all levels. Directed by Ron OJ Parson in its Chicago premiere at the Goodman Theatre, the play is about the first known woman to play
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| | George Santos accused of sexual harassment
Embattled U.S. Congressman George Santos (R-New York)—who is dealing with fallout from a resume filled with falsehoods, including an FBI investigation—is now being accused of sexual harassment. According to CNN ... | | 
| | Billy Masters: Was George Santos lying when he said you looked good in those jeans?
George Santos finally admitted that he actually has done drag—funny how the story changes once a videotape surfaces. And isn't it convenient that the one time he's ever done drag, someone videotaped it? "No, I was not a ... | | 
| | Kim Petras is first openly trans singer to win a Grammy
On Feb. 5, Kim Petras made history, becoming the first openly transgender singer to win a Grammy. The German-born singer won in her category of Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for "Unholy," her chart-topping collaboration with non-binary singer Sam Sm ... | | 
| | The Jeff Awards announces 2023 Non-Equity theater award nominations
--From a press release
Chicago—The Joseph Jefferson Awards announces its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater. The Non-Equity awards presented in 2023 spotlight 167 theater artists across 28 categories of excellence in theater ... | | 
| | Beyonce adds second Chicago date to tour
Beyonce—now the most-decorated singer in Grammys history—has added a second Chicago date to her newly announced "Renaissance" world tour, according to The Chicago Tribune. She will now perform at Soldier Field on July 22-23. H ... | | 
| | SHOWBIZ Jerrod Carmichael, Alan Cumming, Andre Leon Talley, AIDS drama
Openly gay stand-up comic and recent Golden Globes host Jerrod Carmichael is set to star in a comedy documentary series for HBO, according to Entertainment Weekly. The yet-untitled series will center on Carmichael's personal life, following ... |
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| | Chicago Red Stars announce 2023 schedule
--From a press release
CHICAGO, Ill. (February 8, 2022) — The Chicago Red Stars and the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) announced today the schedule for the 2023 NWSL season. In addition to releasing regular-season dates, the NWSL revealed the ... | | 
| | Five Chicago Red Stars to take part in international play
--From a press release
CHICAGO — As preparations for the FIFA Women's World Cup begin, five Chicago Red Stars will join their respective national teams to participate in the annual SheBelieves Cup later this month. Julia Bianchi (Brazil), Tierna Davidson ... |
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