LGBTQ+ youth support option ends on national crisis line after Trump administration cuts

LGBTQ+ youth no longer have access to Option 3 — a specialized support line through the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — one month after the Trump administration announced it would shut it down.

LGBTQ+ youth support option ends on national crisis line after Trump administration cuts
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LGBTQ+ youth can no longer access specialized support through the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline ? known as Option 3 ? one month after the Trump administration announced its end.

Student loan forgiveness program getting Trump overhaul: What’s changing

Here’s a look at how President Trump and the Education Department are looking to reshape the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which cancels student debt for some employees after 10 years.

2025 Chicago Pride Parade prevails through heat and drizzle

As June comes to a close, the 2025 Chicago Pride Parade caps off the month-long celebrations of LGBTQ+ awareness and support.

Thousands celebrate 2025 Chicago Pride Parade
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As June comes to a close, the 2025 Chicago Pride Parade caps off the month-long celebrations of LGBTQ+ awareness and support.

Chicago celebrates its 54th annual Pride Parade
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Organizers of the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade were expecting a big crowd despite warm temperatures.

Chicago Pride Parade steps off this Sunday
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The 2025 Chicago Pride Parade is set to be bigger and bolder than ever this Sunday.

JoJo Siwa cancels her Chicago Pride performance

JoJo Siwa will no longer be performing at a Chicago Pride concert this upcoming Sunday.

Chicago businesses launch Pride merch to support LGBTQ+ youth after 988 lifeline cut

The federal government announced this week it will end "option 3" on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — the dedicated line for LGBTQ+ youth — on July 17. In response, two Chicago businesses are teaming up to support those affected.

Trevor Project: Chicago creatives rally behind LGBTQ+ youth as federal 988 support line set to end
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As the government prepares to end "Option 3" on the 988 Lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth, two Chicago businesses launch a new Pride-themed collaboration benefitting The Trevor Project — aiming to raise awareness and funds ahead of Pride Fest and the city’s Pride Parade.

Chicago Pride Fest 2025: What to expect this weekend on Halsted
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Chicago's 24th annual Pride Fest is happening this weekend. It?s located on Halsted Street between Addison and Grace in the city?s historic LGBTQ+ business district.

Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids

The ruling by the Supreme Court is a setback for transgender rights, with more than 20 states enacting laws similar to that of Tennessee.