Spencer West opens up about resilience, identity and his new book 'Breaking Free' | ChicagoNOW
LGBTQ+ and disability activist Spencer West joins us to discuss his inspiring new book “Breaking Free,” the lessons he’s learned through adversity, and why sharing everyday life online matters to him.
LGBTQ+ and disability activist Spencer West joins us to discuss his inspiring new book “Breaking Free,” the lessons he’s learned through adversity, and why sharing everyday life online matters to him.
'Made a mistake:' Philz Coffee backtracks, will now keep Pride flags up
The Pride flags at Philz Coffee are staying up, the company announced Friday. The decision came after a lot of backlash.
The Pride flags at Philz Coffee are staying up, the company announced Friday. The decision came after a lot of backlash.
Illinois conversion therapy ban at risk after Supreme Court ruling
Illinois’ similar law remains in effect but could face future legal challenges under a higher standard.
Illinois’ similar law remains in effect but could face future legal challenges under a higher standard.
Illinois' conversion therapy ban now at risk
Illinois has banned conversion therapy for minors since 2015 under the Youth Mental Health Protection Act.
Illinois has banned conversion therapy for minors since 2015 under the Youth Mental Health Protection Act.
Chicago Pride Parade unveils ‘Free to Be Proud’ theme for 2026 | ChicagoLIVE
The 55th annual Chicago Pride Parade will take place June 28, 2026, in the Northalsted neighborhood under the theme “Free to Be Proud.”
The 55th annual Chicago Pride Parade will take place June 28, 2026, in the Northalsted neighborhood under the theme “Free to Be Proud.”
PRIDEChicago announces 2026 theme, names community grand marshals
One of the country’s largest Pride festivals returns this summer – here’s what to know and the trailblazers making an impact.
One of the country’s largest Pride festivals returns this summer – here’s what to know and the trailblazers making an impact.
Chicago’s first luxury gay hotel is coming to Northalsted – Here’s what we know
Chicago's Northalsted neighborhood will soon welcome a luxury LGBTQ+ hotel.
Chicago's Northalsted neighborhood will soon welcome a luxury LGBTQ+ hotel.
Trump admin removes pride flag from Stonewall Monument
The Trump administration has removed the LGBTQ+ pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument.
The Trump administration has removed the LGBTQ+ pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument.
Billie Jean King, Jason Collins among those honored by LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame in 2026
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
Billie Jean King, Jason Collins among those honored by LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame in 2026
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
Buffalo Grove holiday card project reaches 50,000 as demand continues to grow
A Chicago-area community project that began small is now drawing unexpected attention this holiday season — not because it’s new, but because of the moment.
A Chicago-area community project that began small is now drawing unexpected attention this holiday season — not because it’s new, but because of the moment.
Buffalo Grove holiday card project reaches 50,000 as demand continues to grow
A Chicago-area community project that began small is now drawing unexpected attention this holiday season — not because it’s new, but because of the moment.
A Chicago-area community project that began small is now drawing unexpected attention this holiday season — not because it’s new, but because of the moment.
Illinois joins lawsuit over curtail of gender-affirming care for kids
Illinois joined a group of states suing HHS over a move that could limit gender-affirming care for young people.
Illinois joined a group of states suing HHS over a move that could limit gender-affirming care for young people.
19 states sue HHS over push to ban transgender care for minors
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s push to limit gender-affirming care for young people is being challenged by 19 Democratic states and Washington, DC.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s push to limit gender-affirming care for young people is being challenged by 19 Democratic states and Washington, DC.
Illinois joins lawsuit over curtail of gender-affirming care for kids
Illinois joined a group of states suing HHS over a move that could limit gender-affirming care for young people.
Illinois joined a group of states suing HHS over a move that could limit gender-affirming care for young people.
Buffalo Grove volunteers send handwritten support cards to LGBTQ+ people nationwide
At a bagel shop in Buffalo Grove, volunteers wrote heartfelt notes to LGBTQ+ people they’ve never met, hoping a few words on a card could ease a season that often feels isolating.
At a bagel shop in Buffalo Grove, volunteers wrote heartfelt notes to LGBTQ+ people they’ve never met, hoping a few words on a card could ease a season that often feels isolating.
Buffalo Grove volunteers send handwritten support cards to LGBTQ+ people nationwide
At a bagel shop in Buffalo Grove, volunteers wrote heartfelt notes to LGBTQ+ people they’ve never met, hoping a few words on a card can ease a season that often feels isolating.
At a bagel shop in Buffalo Grove, volunteers wrote heartfelt notes to LGBTQ+ people they’ve never met, hoping a few words on a card can ease a season that often feels isolating.
Olympics gender policy under review, ban on transgender athletes possible
While we're still more than two years away from the 2028 Olympics Summer Games, a committee is weighing a potential ban on transgender athletes competing.
While we're still more than two years away from the 2028 Olympics Summer Games, a committee is weighing a potential ban on transgender athletes competing.
Transgender athlete ban considered ahead of 2028 LA Olympics
The International Olympic Committee may move to bar transgender women from female events, a major policy shift that could reshape competition before the 2028 Summer Games.
The International Olympic Committee may move to bar transgender women from female events, a major policy shift that could reshape competition before the 2028 Summer Games.
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn decision legalizing same-sex marriage in US
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a former Kentucky court clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the high court's ruling in 2015.
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a former Kentucky court clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the high court's ruling in 2015.