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Catching-up-with-The-Cottages-How-have-tiny-homes-for-the-homeless-fared-in-Dallas

  Catching up with The Cottages: How have tiny homes for the homeless fared in Dallas?

Walking along the sidewalk, the smell of homemade stew wafts out of a window a few feet away. Cats and their kittens gather under trees and in between the gray, green and brown tiny houses. Freshly ...


 
THEATER-Nelson-Rodriguez-talks-boxing-queerness-and-his-very-personal-play

  THEATER Nelson Rodriguez talks boxing, queerness and his very personal play

On Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Chicago Cultural Center, there will be a reading of New Personalidad—a play by actor, playwright and former Windy City Times 30 Under 30 honoree Nelson Rodriguez. The program, part of ...


 
May-December-film-blossoms-on-Netflix

  May December film blossoms on Netflix

The Netflix feature film May December, directed by Todd Haynes, takes the craft of character study to a whole new level. The plot is inspired by the true story of Mary Kay Letourneau, an elementary school ...


 
Jussie-Smollett-loses-appeal-might-head-back-to-jail

  Jussie Smollett loses appeal, might head back to jail

Embattled out gay actor Jussie Smollett could soon be back behind bars after an Illinois appeals court backed the ex-Empire actor's disorderly conduct convictions stemming from a faked 2019 hate crime and lying to Chicago cops, ...


 
Santos-voted-out-of-Congress

  Santos voted out of Congress

Now-former U.S. Rep. George Santos (R-New York) was voted out of Congress on Dec. 1. Santos is the sixth House member in U.S. history to be booted from Congress, and the third since the Civil War, ...


 
GLAAD-marks-World-AIDS-Day-with-launch-of-global-resource-hub-new-HIV-report

  GLAAD marks World AIDS Day with launch of global resource hub, new HIV report

--From a press release

New York, New York — Friday, Dec. 1 — GLAAD marked World AIDS Day this year by sharing the results of its fourth annual State of HIV Stigma Report, a national survey among U.S. adults measuring ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Bodyshop-Beyonce-Ani-DiFranco-Billie-Jean-King

  SHOWBIZ 'Bodyshop,' Beyonce, Ani DiFranco, Billie Jean King

The Breaking Glass Pictures film Bodyshop will be out on digital on Dec. 5, per a press release. The plot is described thusly: "The ghost of a young soldier sexually assaulted by his lieutenant says goodbye ...


 
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  NATIONAL Tenn. law, banned books, rainbow complex, journalists quit

Under pressure from a lawsuit over an anti-LGBTQ+ city ordinance, officials in Murfreesboro, Tennessee removed language that banned homosexuality in public, MSNBC noted. Passed in June, Murfreesboro's "public decency" ordinance ...


 
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  Govs. Newsom and DeSantis debate LGBTQ+ rights, other issues

In a somewhat unusual face-off, Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis debated various topics in a Nov. 30 event that Fox News' Sean Hannity moderated, CBS News noted. "The Great Red ...


 
George-Santos-defiant-ahead-of-another-expulsion-vote

  George Santos defiant ahead of another expulsion vote

Embattled gay U.S. Rep. George Santos (R-New York) has remained defiant ahead of a second expulsion vote scheduled for Friday, Dec. 1, according to CNN. Santos has repeatedly said that he will not resign, but momentum ...


 
Martina-Navratilova-continues-anti-trans-comments

  Martina Navratilova continues anti-trans comments

Lesbian tennis legend Martina Navratilova has been in the news lately for anti-trans comments, although she has been making them for quite some time. She recently sparked controversy with her remarks on a tribute by UK ...


 
Fla-students-walk-out-after-school-boards-anti-trans-actions

  Fla. students walk out after school board's anti-trans actions

In Florida, hundreds of students at Coconut Creek's Monarch High School held a walkout on Nov. 28 after their principal and several other school officials were reportedly reassigned over a transgender student's participation on the girls ...


 
BOOKS-Lucas-Hilderbrand-reflects-on-gay-history-in-The-Bars-Are-Ours

  BOOKS Lucas Hilderbrand reflects on gay history in 'The Bars Are Ours'

In The Bars Are Ours (via Duke University Press), Lucas Hilderbrand, a professor of film and media studies at the University of California-Irvine, takes readers on a historical journey of gay bars, showing how the venues ...


 
Pope-Franciss-community-of-transwomen

  Pope Francis's community of transwomen

It's a rare opportunity to meet the pope. It's even rarer if you're a transgender Catholic. However, on Nov. 19, in Torvaianica, Italy, a community of transwomen, many of them sex workers, were welcomed and seated ...


 
Billy-Masters-The-Dolly-Cowboy-Cheerleaders

  Billy Masters: The Dolly Cowboy Cheerleaders

Whoever intended to dumb down the citizens of America have done a FANTASTIC job. We are dumb as shit!"—Patti LuPone in an interview with broadcaster Tom Power prior to her touring show Don't Monkey with Broadway ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Billy-Porter-queer-novel-Tammy-Faye-queer-DJ-Bella-Ramsey

  SHOWBIZ Billy Porter, queer novel, 'Tammy Faye,' queer DJ, Bella Ramsey

Billy Porter released his long-awaited new album, Black Mona Lisa, via Island Records UK/Republic Records, and it's executive-produced by Justin Tranter, a press release noted. Porter said, "So many of the songs on my album have ...


 
NATIONAL-Trevor-Project-anti-trans-crimes-priest-sentenced-hate-crimes-unit

  NATIONAL Trevor Project, anti-trans crimes, priest sentenced, hate-crimes unit

The Trevor Project announced the extension of its partnership with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, reaffirming its commitment to providing specialized assistance to LGBTQ+ people who call 9-8-8, The Advocate reported. Interim Senior Vice President ...


 
Openly-gay-OpenAI-CEO-back-in-charge-of-company

  Openly gay OpenAI CEO back in charge of company

On Nov. 21, OpenAI said it had reinstated Sam Altman as its chief executive—the latest chapter in a saga that involved a boardroom coup and staff backlash. The company, which is behind ChatGPT, also said it ...


 
OPINION-For-LGBTQ-children-the-holidays-are-often-the-most-challenging-time-of-the-year

  OPINION For LGBTQ+ children, the holidays are often the most challenging time of the year

Holiday time for most of us is a time to spend more time with family and loved ones, but for many children, it is a harsh reminder of their non-acceptance and thus, is all the more difficult as well. ...


 
Photographer-Irene-Young-launches-book-with-stellar-concerts

  Photographer Irene Young launches book with stellar concerts

"Something About the Women" was appropriately the closing song for two sold-out, stellar concerts at Berkeley's Freight & Salvage November 19, in celebration of the new book of the same name by Irene Young, the legendary ...


 
Billy-Masters-Was-Kim-Kardashian-officiating-your-wedding-worth-it

  Billy Masters: Was Kim Kardashian officiating your wedding worth it?

I'd hoped to never again type the word "Jada" again. But this week, it's inevitable. It is being alleged that actor Duane Martin (don't feel bad—I had to look him up as well) slept with Will ...


 
Out-sprinter-ShaCarri-Richardson-receives-multiple-honors

  Out sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson receives multiple honors

Over the past few weeks, LGBTQ+ sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson has received several honors. The city of Dallas honored LGBTQ+ sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson—twice, according to LGBTQ Nation. Her former high school named the track where she ran ...


 
SCOTUS-Hamburger-Marys-decision-small-victory-big-concerns

  SCOTUS Hamburger Mary's decision: small victory, big concerns

In a surprise move, a 6-3 majority of the U.S. Supreme Court did something good for LGBTQ+ people: It rejected Florida's request for a stay against a lower court decision—a stay that would have enabled the ...


 
PASSAGES-Best-selling-author-labor-lawyer-feminist-LGBTQ-ally-Linda-Hirshman

  PASSAGES Best-selling author, labor lawyer, feminist, LGBTQ ally Linda Hirshman

Best-selling author, renowned pro-union labor lawyer, Brandeis University professor, feminist and LGBTQ ally Linda Hirshman died Oct. 31 in Burlington, Vermont of cancer. She was 79. Hirshman was born April 26, 1944, in Cleveland where she ...


 
NATIONAL-Bishop-removed-business-news-Jezebel-shutting-down-MAP-head

  NATIONAL Bishop removed, business news, Jezebel shutting down, MAP head

Pope Francis removed the bishop of Tyler, Texas—a conservative prelate active on social media who has been a fierce critic of the pontiff, PBS reported. A one-line statement from the Vatican said the pope had "relieved" ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Music-awards-military-film-Tom-of-Finland-Yo-Yo-Ma-Harley-Quinn

  SHOWBIZ Music awards, military film, Tom of Finland, Yo-Yo Ma, 'Harley Quinn'

Video below

Brothers Osborne—a duo that includes gay brother TJ Osborne—won Vocal Duo of the Year for the sixth time at the recent CMA Awards, per a media release. Backstage, TJ told reporters, "I did not expect us ...


 
Illinois-attorney-general-part-of-effort-against-Oklahoma-anti-trans-youth-law

  Illinois attorney general part of effort against Oklahoma anti-trans youth law

--From a press release

Chicago — Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is opposing a state law in Oklahoma that severely limits the ability of transgender youth to access critical, lifesaving gender-affirming care. Raoul, along with a coalition of attorneys general, ...


 
Santos-not-seeking-re-election-after-wrongdoing-evidence-is-revealed

  Santos not seeking re-election after wrongdoing evidence is revealed

On Nov. 16, the House Ethics Committee found "substantial evidence" that U.S. Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) violated federal law, setting the stage for another push to expel the embattled gay first-term Congressman and prompting him to ...


 
GLAAD-to-receive-Television-Academys-Governors-Award

  GLAAD to receive Television Academy's Governors Award

The Television Academy announced LGBTQ+ media-advocacy organization GLAAD as the 2023 Governors Award recipient. Founded in 1985 by Vito Russo, author of The Celluloid Closet, and other LGBTQ advocates, GLAAD works with leaders in television, film, ...


 
Eye-opening-LGBTQ-womens-survey-shatters-myths-and-spotlights-challenges

  Eye-opening LGBTQ+ women's survey shatters myths and spotlights challenges

The realities, ambitions and hardships of queer women aren't often given deep analysis by researchers. Mainstream socio-political conversations, research data and legislative choices frequently center individuals whose lives are marked ...


 
Rainbow-Wave-238-LGBTQ-candidates-win-public-office-in-2023-all-time-high-for-an-odd-year-election

  Rainbow Wave: 238 LGBTQ+ candidates win public office in 2023, all time high for an odd year election

--From a press release

Washington, DC — 238 out LGBTQ+ candidates have won elections in 2023, as of 3 p.m. ET, surpassing the record 185 who won in 2021 — the last odd-year election. LGBTQ+ Victory Fund is awaiting final ...


 
Anti-LGBTQ-GOP-presidential-candidate-Tim-Scott-leaves-race

  Anti-LGBTQ+ GOP presidential candidate Tim Scott leaves race

In a Nov. 12 announcement that surprised his own staff, Republican U.S. Sen. Tim Scott decided to suspend his presidential campaign, Politico reported. ...


 
Megan-Rapinoe-ends-career-with-injury

  Megan Rapinoe ends career with injury

Soccer icon Megan Rapinoe ended her legendary career on Nov. 11, as an injury caused her to leave her team's championship loss in the NWSL championship, ESPN reported. Rapinoe's team, the OL Reign, fell to NJ/NY ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Kaytranada-NFL-star-Alexandra-Billings-video-game-George-Michael-

  SHOWBIZ Kaytranada, NFL star, Alexandra Billings, video game, George Michael

Out Montreal DJ/producer Kaytranada teased his latest single, "Out of Luck," with Mariah the Scientist, on Twitter, Complex noted. "THIS IS THE ANTHEM!" Kaytra wrote in his quote-tweet of the song playing at a release party. ...


 
Out-ex-Gov-Jim-McGreevey-running-for-Jersey-City-mayor

  Out ex-Gov. Jim McGreevey running for Jersey City mayor

Former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey formally re-entered politics on Nov. 9, as he announced he aims to become mayor of Jersey City—two decades after he resigned as governor, Politico reported. His announcement video, titled "Second ...


 
NATIONAL-Election-results-campus-items-Puerto-Rican-icons-healthcare-suit

  NATIONAL Election results, campus items, Puerto Rican icons, healthcare suit

Historic developments took place during the Nov. 7 elections that happened in some states. LGBTQ+ Victory Fund candidate Rue Landau won an at-large seat on the Philadelphia City Council—making her the first out LGBTQ+ candidate to ...


 
Charles-Busch-dishes-on-life-as-a-storyteller

  Charles Busch dishes on life as a storyteller

Performer/writer Charles Busch, who recently penned his autobiography, Leading Lady: A Memoir of a Most Unusual Boy, said that collecting his most precious and salient memories in a book felt "inevitable." "Storytelling is such an essential ...


 
Rainbow-wave-Historic-number-of-LGBTQ-Candidates-elected-in-2023

  Rainbow wave: Historic number of LGBTQ+ Candidates elected in 2023

--From a press release

Washington, DC — Over 200 out LGBTQ+ candidates won their elections in 2023 — including 148 tonight — more than in any other odd-numbered election year in U.S. history. The number of victories is expected to ...


 
Mississippi-makes-history-with-first-LGBTQ-state-lawmaker-county-supervisor

  Mississippi makes history with first LGBTQ+ state lawmaker, county supervisor

On Nov. 7 Fabian Nelson—backed by the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund—won the general election to represent District 66 in the Mississippi State House, making history as the first out LGBTQ+ candidate to win election to the state ...


 
Billy-Masters-Barbras-bio-hits-storesbut-dont-rain-on-Chers-parade-either

  Billy Masters: Barbra's bio hits stores...but don't rain on Cher's parade either

"I will be forced to be in a position where I will have to openly say how I feel about the film and go against you, my mother and this film publicly."—Lisa Marie Presley's e-mail to director Sofia Coppola after reading ...


 
Three-states-sue-to-block-abortion-pill-sales

  Three states sue to block abortion-pill sales

On Nov. 6, three states—Idaho, Kansas and Missouri—sued the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Department of Health and Senior Services for approving the abortion pill mifepristone and allowing its ...


 
Emerald-Fennell-takes-audiences-on-a-twisted-trip-to-Saltburn

  Emerald Fennell takes audiences on a twisted trip to Saltburn

The new film Saltburn, directed and produced by Emerald Fennell, is the twisted tale of a student named Oliver Quick, played by Irish actor Barry Keoghan, who visits a classmate's estate in the seaside town of ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Allen-Ginsberg-film-series-Galantis-Patricia-Velasquez-queer-pianist

  SHOWBIZ Allen Ginsberg, film series, Galantis, Patricia Velasquez, queer pianist

The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg is now available via streaming and a two-DVD set, per a press release. For 25 years, Oscar-nominated director Jerry Aronson accumulated more than 60 hours of film on Ginsberg, ...


 
NATIONAL-Trans-deaths-endorsements-Sakia-Gunn-museum-news-Maddow

  NATIONAL Trans deaths, endorsements, Sakia Gunn, museum news, Maddow

A man was arrested in connection with the murder of a transgender woman in northwest Miami-Dade, Florida, NBC Miami reported. Anthony Quinn Peyton II, 25, was charged with second-degree murder in the Oct. 23 killing of ...


 
Report-More-than-500-LGBTQ-candidates-ran-for-office-in-2023

  Report: More than 500 LGBTQ+ candidates ran for office in 2023

--From a press release

Washington, DC — Today LGBTQ+ Victory Fund, the only national organization dedicated to electing LGBTQ+ leaders to public office, released its 2023 Out on the Trail report, the only annual report on the number and diversity ...


 
George-Santos-survives-US-House-expulsion-vote

  George Santos survives U.S. House expulsion vote

Despite facing multiple charges, George Santos—the embattled gay Republican who admitted to lying about his background—easily survived a bipartisan effort to expel him from the House of Representatives on Nov. ...


 
Republican-governors-ask-NCAA-to-ban-trans-women-from-womens-sports

  Republican governors ask NCAA to ban trans women from women's sports

Nine Republican governors have signed a letter to the NCAA asking the organization to ban trans women from competing in college women's sports, LGBTQ Nation reported. Among those signing the letter were Govs. Kristi Noem of ...


 
Billy-Masters-Britney-spills-the-tea

  Billy Masters: Britney spills the tea

"Brad Pitt, I think, in 'Troy'. That's a beautiful man. There's no denying it."—Jacob Elordi tells Jimmy Fallon his first celebrity crush. (If you can't place Jacob, you'll soon see him playing Elvis Presley in Sofia ...


 
FILM-Derek-Magyar-dishes-on-Boy-Culture-revival-fetishes-and-co-stars-friendship

  FILM Derek Magyar dishes on 'Boy Culture' revival, fetishes and co-star's friendship

In 2006, the film Boy Culture (based on Matthew Rettenmund's 1995 novel of the same name) generated a cult following, thanks in large part to lead actors Derek Magyar and Darryl Stephens. In that movie, Magyar ...


 
PASSAGES-Longtime-social-justice-activist-filmmaker-writer-Amber-Hollibaugh

  PASSAGES: Longtime social justice activist, filmmaker, writer Amber Hollibaugh

Longtime social justice and HIV/AIDS activist, filmmaker, public speaker and writer Amber Hollibaugh died Oct. 20 due to complications from type one diabetes in her Brooklyn, New York home. She was 77. A self-described "lesbian sex ...


 
NATIONAL-Queer-senator-HRC-dinner-LGBTQIA-deaths-vandalism-Florida

  NATIONAL Queer senator, HRC dinner, LGBTQIA+ deaths, vandalism, Florida

Laphonza Butler—the first Black LGBTQ+ U.S. senator, who was appointed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom—won't run for election next year, The Advocate reported. "Butler said that she intended to be 'the loudest, proudest champion of Calif ...


 
Suspect-arrested-in-gay-Philadelphia-journalists-death-

  Suspect arrested in gay Philadelphia journalist's death

Police arrested 19-year-old Robert Davis, who they say shot and killed gay journalist/LGBTQ+-rights activist Josh Kruger in his home earlier this month, The Advocate reported, citing The Philadelphia Inquirer and other sources. On Oct. 26, Davis ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Queer-Eye-queer-films-Gen-V-Christian-musicians-soap-actor

  SHOWBIZ 'Queer Eye,' queer films, 'Gen V,' Christian musicians, soap actor

Video below

The original cast of the groundbreaking TV show Queer Eye for the Straight Guy will reunite after 20 years, per a press release. Carson Kressley, Thom Filicia, Ted Allen, Kyan Douglas and Jai Rodriguez are coming ...


 
Ninth-Circuit-temporarily-blocks-Idaho-restroom-ban-as-court-challenge-proceeds-

  Ninth Circuit temporarily blocks Idaho restroom ban as court challenge proceeds

--From a press release

(Boise, ID, October 26, 2023) — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit today temporarily blocked enforcement of an Idaho school facilities law that singles out transgender students for discriminatory treatment. The law was ...


 
Former-NBA-player-denies-assault-of-another-man-said-sex-was-consensual

  Former NBA player denies assault of another man, said sex was consensual

Former NBA player Dwight Howard has denied sexually assaulting another man—but said they had consensual sex, The Advocate reported. In court documents, Howard said the encounter consisted of "consensual sexual activity" and that he caused no ...


 
HRC-New-US-House-speaker-is-extremely-anti-LGBTQ

  HRC: New U.S. House speaker is extremely anti-LGBTQ+

On Oct. 25, U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson was elected speaker of the U.S. House—a choice that the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) decried. In a press release, HRC "condemned his selection by the anti-equality majority and pointed ...


 
In-a-first-NBA-referee-comes-out-as-transgender-nonbinary

  In a first, NBA referee comes out as transgender, nonbinary

NBA referee Che Flores (they/them) came out as transgender and nonbinary in an interview with GQ, The Advocate noted. Flores is the first out trans or nonbinary referee in the NBA, and potentially the other major ...


 
Harlem-unveils-supportive-housing-for-LGBTQ-youths-young-adults

  Harlem unveils supportive housing for LGBTQ+ youths, young adults

On Oct. 24, NYC government officials and nonprofit organization leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of a housing development in Harlem with services for homeless LGBTQ+ youth and young adults between the ages ...


 
HRC-and-Dylan-Mulvaney-to-partner-for-2024-SXSW-Featured-Session

  HRC and Dylan Mulvaney to partner for 2024 SXSW Featured Session

--From a press release

WASHINGTON — The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) announced a key Featured Session at the South By Southwest (SXSW®) Conference and Festivals curated to discuss poignant LGBTQ+ issues. The panel, titled "When Beer Goes Viral: The Role ...


 
NHL-reverses-decision-to-ban-Pride-Tape-allowing-players-to-show-support-for-LGBTQs

  NHL reverses decision to ban Pride Tape, allowing players to show support for LGBTQ+s

--From a press release

(New York, NY - October 24, 2023) Today the National Hockey League (NHL) reversed its decision to ban Pride Tape and other displays of support for LGBTQ people on the ice, stating: "After consultation with the ...


 
USA-Cycling-unveils-updated-trans-policy

  USA Cycling unveils updated trans policy

USA Cycling (USAC), the governing body for the sport of cycling in the United States, unveiled its revised Transgender Athlete Participation Policy, Cycling Weekly reported. In doing so, USAC is aligning itself with the standards set ...


 
Former-Bachelorette-contestant-Josh-Seiter-talks-bisexuality-mental-health

  Former 'Bachelorette' contestant Josh Seiter talks bisexuality, mental health

t's safe to say that 2023 is probably one of the most pivotal years in Josh Seiter's life. During the summer, Seiter—a former Bachelorette contestant who's also a Chicago resident, Chicago-Kent College of Law grad, mental-health ...


 
Billy-Masters-Madonna-sets-her-watch-to-Diva-Time

  Billy Masters: Madonna sets her watch to Diva Time

"It is truly obscene what they're charging for tickets to 'Merrily We Roll Along' on Broadway. $500 to $800. PLUS—$40 a ticket 'handling charge.'"—Kevin Chamberlin voices his outrage at the price of Broadway tickets. Imag ...


 
GAY-HISTORY-MONTH-The-evolution-of-LGBTQ-online-dating

  GAY HISTORY MONTH The evolution of LGBTQ+ online dating

Special to Windy City Times. To mark Gay History Month, the following article appears courtesy of LGBT History Project and Philadelphia Gay News. From casual hook-ups to friendships to meeting the love of your life, LGBTQ+ ...


 
UPDATE-Suspect-arrested-for-arson-at-San-Diego-queer-womens-bar

  UPDATE: Suspect arrested for arson at San Diego queer women's bar

San Diego resident Ryan Habrel has been arrested for committing arson at Gossip Grill, a queer women's bar in San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood, according to LGBTQ San Diego County News. ...


 
Creepcast-creators-discuss-their-spooky-new-season

  'Creepcast' creators discuss their spooky new season

Longtime theater buddies Sylas Dean and the monomynous Stew have hit gold with CreepTime the Podcast, their very fun, very informative look at often unacknowledged stories involving true crime. Loyal fans, known as Creepers, tune in ...


 
Lambda-Legal-holds-nationwide-50th-anniversary-celebration

  Lambda Legal holds nationwide 50th anniversary celebration

Lambda Legal—the nation's oldest and largest legal nonprofit focused on the rights of LGBTQ+ people, as well as those individiuals living with HIV—celebrated its 50th anniversary Oct. 18 with an in-person event in New York City ...


 
Georgia-to-cover-gender-affirming-healthcare-for-state-employees

  Georgia to cover gender-affirming healthcare for state employees

As part of a settlement, Georgia's health-insurance plan will now cover state employees after the state agreed to a $365,000 court settlement with three employees, according to several media outlets, including The Georgia Reporter. Co-plaintiff Benjam ...


 
NATIONAL-Trans-prison-reform-DeSantis-Wisconsin-items-late-OUT100-honorees

  NATIONAL Trans prison reform, DeSantis, Wisconsin items, late OUT100 honorees

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DoC) started steps to refine the treatment of transgender inmates across its facilities, The Advocate noted, citing KIRO. The move followed a complaint and a settlement agreement submitted in federal ...


 
SHOWBIZ-Shucked-Melissa-Etheridge-Elite-composer-dies-Orville-Peck

  SHOWBIZ 'Shucked,' Melissa Etheridge, 'Elite,' composer dies, Orville Peck

The Broadway production Shucked has set a closing date of Jan. 14, 2024 at the Nederlander Theatre, Playbill noted. At closing, the Tony-nominated musical will have played 28 previews and 327 regular performances. A North American ...


 
Report-from-National-LGBTQ-Womens-Community-Survey-includes-high-rates-of-disability-intimate-partner-violence-

  Report from National LGBTQ+ Women's Community Survey includes high rates of disability, intimate partner violence

--From a press release

LOS ANGELES, October 12—Today, the Los Angeles LGBT Center, in partnership with Justice Work and 120 partner organizations, released the first full report from the largest and most comprehensive survey on LGBTQ+ women who partner with ...


 
First-Lady-Jill-Biden-to-open-PFLAG-National-Convention

  First Lady Jill Biden to open PFLAG National Convention

--From a press release

WASHINGTON—This Friday, First Lady Jill Biden will address hundreds of LGBTQ+ people, parents, families, and allies attending Learning with Love: The 2023 PFLAG National Convention on the opening day. A stalwart advocate for education, Dr. Biden' ...


 
DePaul-womens-basketball-game-against-Iowa-attracts-55K

  DePaul women's basketball game against Iowa attracts 55K

A DePaul University exhibition women's basketball game against the University of Iowa set a record. The Iowa Hawkeyes' 94-72 win over DePaul in the "Crossover at Kinnick" on Oct. 15 drew 55,646 fans, according to ESPN. ...


 
BOOKS-Rachel-Maddow-talks-Prequel-fascism-and-gay-vampire-fiction

  BOOKS Rachel Maddow talks 'Prequel,' fascism and gay vampire fiction

In Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism, New York Times best-selling author and MSNBC host Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve U.S. democracy to the early days of World War II, when a clandestine network ...


 
Billy-Porter-to-release-Black-Mona-Lisa-on-Nov-17

  Billy Porter to release 'Black Mona Lisa' on Nov. 17

Billy Porter will release his long-awaited new album, Black Mona Lisa, via Island UK/Republic Records on Nov. 17. Justin Tranter, also a member of the LGBTQ+ community, is the album's executive producer. Black Mona Lisa contains ...


 




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