LGBTQ security alert, impact on Milwaukee
Pride Month is just weeks away, and ahead of Milwaukee’s PrideFest which runs June 6–8, there is a new warning. The FBI and Homeland Security have issued a terror alert concerning LGBTQ people.
What's changed after 20 years of same-sex marriage in the US
It's been 20 years since Massachusetts issued the first state-sanctioned same-sex marriage licenses in the United States.
Bakery backlash over drag queen story time
A drag queen story time draws backlash in Menomonee Falls. A bakery was planning to host the story hour as a pride month fundraiser. It was met with threats and a push to boycott. Opposition even came from a village trustee, and it forced the owners to cancel.
Death of Nex Benedict, Oklahoma student, prompts vigils across the country
The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.
Hartland church helps LGBTQ kids; seeks donations, 'safe space' renovation
A Hartland church is stepping up to help LGBTQ kids who feel uncomfortable at school.
Milwaukee transgender woman homicide; FBI seeks help
The FBI Milwaukee Field Office and Milwaukee police are seeking information regarding the homicide of Brazil Johnson, a Black transgender female, who was fatally shot on June 15, 2022.
Ohio governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care, transgender athletes in girls sports
Ohio's Republican governor said the bill would affect a small number of children, “but for those children who face gender dysphoria ... the consequences of this bill could not be more profound."
Pope Francis' same-sex blessings; Milwaukee reacts
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples, with a new document explaining a radical change in Vatican policy.
Wisconsin Assembly OKs transgender sports restrictions, surgery ban
The Wisconsin Assembly passed two bills Thursday, Oct. 12 that ban transgender women from competing in women's sports.
Canada issues travel advisory for LGBTQ visitors to US
Canadian officials cited laws banning drag shows, restricting gender-affirming care and blocking participation in sporting events as reasons for the updated guidance.
AG sues California school district over policy to out trans students to parents
The state attorney general on Monday sued a California school district that passed a policy forcing schools to out transgender students to their parents regardless of whether the child wants them to know.
Ban on gender-affirming health care for minors takes effect in North Carolina
The law bans medical professionals from providing hormone therapy, puberty-blocking drugs and surgical gender-transition procedures to most under 18.
States protecting transgender health care try to absorb demand
Waiting lists for gender-affirming health care are growing in states that declared themselves refuges for transgender people as bans for such care for minors take effect nationwide.
Idaho jury finds 5 members of white nationalist group guilty of criminal conspiracy to riot at Pride event
The five men were accused of planning to riot at the Coeur d’Alene LGBTQ+ Pride event in 2022.
Kevin Maxen, Jaguars assistant strength coach, comes out as first openly gay male coach in NFL
Maxen is the first known openly gay male coach in U.S. professional sports.
Families with transgender kids forced to travel out of state for care they need
With at least 20 states moving to ban or restrict such care for minors, some kids feel they are receiving the message that they cannot be themselves.
Web designer's 'customer' in Supreme Court case raising ethical and legal flags
The Supreme Court said a Christian designer can refuse to make wedding websites for gay couples after her lawsuit pointed to a request from a man named “Stewart” and his husband-to-be. But Stewart says that never happened.
Supreme Court backs designer who objects to making gay couples’ wedding websites
In a defeat for gay rights, the court ruled 6-3 for designer Lorie Smith despite a Colorado law that bars discrimination based on sexual orientation, race, gender and other characteristics.
Supreme Court makes big decisions with more to come: Here's what to know
The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.
Judge blocks Arkansas ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors
A federal judge has struck down Arkansas’ ban on gender-affirming care for minors.