Trans Woman Found Murdered in Baltimore
A transgender woman, Kandy Hall, 40, was recently found murdered in Baltimore.
New Data Documents High Violence LGBTQ People Experience
We can no longer ignore the startling statistics and tragic incidents of violence plaguing our community. Today the "National Report on Hate Violence Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and HIV-Affected Communities in the United States in 2013" was released by the National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP).
Houston Passes “HERO” Equal Rights Ordinance
Yesterday, by a 11-6 margin, the Houston City Council passed the Equal Rights Ordinance. The ordinance bans discrimination based on sex, race, age, and religion, and expands anti-bias protections for LGBT residents.
Laverne Cox Graces Cover of TIME Magazine, Makes History
Laverne Cox, star of Netflix's "Orange Is the New Black," has reportedly become the first transgender person to appear on the cover of TIME magazine.
UPDATE: Father of Victim Arrested for Tampering with Evidence in Texas Lesbian Couple Case
The father of Britney Cosby, one of the victims in the recent double murder in Texas, has been arrested.
Details Emerge in Murder of Black Lesbian Texas Couple
Horrific details emerge in the recent murder of Crystal Jackson and her girlfriend Britney Cosby. Victims' families hold a prayer vigil today.
Suspect Sketch Released in Murder of Texas Lesbian Couple
We've learned that investigators have released a sketch of the suspect in the murder of Crystal Jackson and her girlfriend Britney Cosby. The bodies of the Houston women were discovered near a dumpster in Galveston County, Texas on Friday.
BREAKING: Black Lesbian Couple Found Dead in Galveston County, Texas
The bodies of two Houston women, a lesbian couple, were discovered near a dumpster in Galveston County, Texas.
Lesbian Woman of Color Killed By Sacramento County Police Officers
Two Sacramento County police officers recently shot and killed an unarmed 22-year-old lesbian woman of color.
Maryland Senate Passes Transgender Rights Bill
Maryland lawmakers passed a bill today that would prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender identity in employment, housing, public accommodations, and credit.
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Former Miss Kentucky: I am Queer
Former Miss Kentucky Djuan Trent is speaking up and speaking out about being queer.
Federal Judge Declares Texas’ Ban on Gay Marriage Unconstitutional
Breaking: A federal judge ruled Texas' ban on gay marriage is unconstitutional.