Transgender care for minors case lands at the Supreme Court: What to know
A decision on Tennessee’s law may affect similar legislation passed by 25 other states related to transgender people, including sports competitions they can join and bathrooms they can use.
A decision on Tennessee’s law may affect similar legislation passed by 25 other states related to transgender people, including sports competitions they can join and bathrooms they can use.
Supreme Court weighs Tennessee ban on transgender medical treatments for minors
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday in a high-profile case involving the right of transgender minors to receive gender transition care, such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy, in one of the most closely watched, potentially impactful cases slated to come before the high court this year.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday in a high-profile case involving the right of transgender minors to receive gender transition care, such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy, in one of the most closely watched, potentially impactful cases slated to come before the high court this year.
FBI investigating more offensive text messages
The FBI is working to track down whoever is behind another wave of offensive text messages, this time targeting the Latino and LGBTQ communities.
The FBI is working to track down whoever is behind another wave of offensive text messages, this time targeting the Latino and LGBTQ communities.
LGBTQ Trump supporter says she's being pushed out by her friends after revealing her vote
Tanya Tsikanovsky says she's an "out and proud" lesbian. After voting for Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Joe Biden in 2020, she decided to vote for Donald Trump in 2024.
Tanya Tsikanovsky says she's an "out and proud" lesbian. After voting for Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Joe Biden in 2020, she decided to vote for Donald Trump in 2024.
Chilli Pepper, groundbreaking female impersonator, passes away after four-decade career
Chilli Pepper, a beloved and pioneering figure in Chicago’s drag scene, passed away on Wednesday, leaving behind a legacy that spans over four decades.
Chilli Pepper, a beloved and pioneering figure in Chicago’s drag scene, passed away on Wednesday, leaving behind a legacy that spans over four decades.
Howard Brown to lay off staff this summer amid budget shortfall
Howard Brown, a prominent Chicago-based LGBTQ+ healthcare provider, announced it would lay off approximately 7% of its workforce amid financial challenges.
Howard Brown, a prominent Chicago-based LGBTQ+ healthcare provider, announced it would lay off approximately 7% of its workforce amid financial challenges.
Biden pardons thousands of LGBTQ+ veterans
Major action taken by President Joe Biden on Wednesday, as he pardoned thousands of former US service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on gay sex.
Major action taken by President Joe Biden on Wednesday, as he pardoned thousands of former US service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on gay sex.
Military veteran comes out as gay in viral obituary: 'I was afraid'
“I'm sorry for not having the courage to come out as Gay," Edward Thomas Ryan wrote.
“I'm sorry for not having the courage to come out as Gay," Edward Thomas Ryan wrote.
Remembering the Pulse nightclub shooting 8 years later
Eight years ago on Wednesday, a deadly attack on the LGBTQ+ community. A 29-year-old gunman opened fired inside the Pulse nightclub in Florida, killing 49 people inside.
Eight years ago on Wednesday, a deadly attack on the LGBTQ+ community. A 29-year-old gunman opened fired inside the Pulse nightclub in Florida, killing 49 people inside.
San Francisco 1st major city to offer 'sanctuary' for transgender people
In a unanimous vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors declared the city a sanctuary city for people who are transgender, gender non-conforming, intersex, and Two Spirt, a Pan-Indian term describing people who are neither male nor female.
In a unanimous vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors declared the city a sanctuary city for people who are transgender, gender non-conforming, intersex, and Two Spirt, a Pan-Indian term describing people who are neither male nor female.
5 strategies to better connect with LGBTQ+ coworkers, employees
Chicago-based Seva Global specializes in custom trainings to help businesses foster cultural competency, and joining me now is Seeva Jain with a few strategies to better connect with LGBTQ+ associates.
Chicago-based Seva Global specializes in custom trainings to help businesses foster cultural competency, and joining me now is Seeva Jain with a few strategies to better connect with LGBTQ+ associates.
Women-owned Goddess and Grocer celebrates Pride Month
Fox 32's Anita Blanton visited West Loop's Goddess and Grocer in her continuing series featuring women-owned businesses. The unique cafe has sandwiches, salads and pastries. This month they have specialty Pride-themed snacks and are donating a portion of their proceeds to the Center on Halsted.
Fox 32's Anita Blanton visited West Loop's Goddess and Grocer in her continuing series featuring women-owned businesses. The unique cafe has sandwiches, salads and pastries. This month they have specialty Pride-themed snacks and are donating a portion of their proceeds to the Center on Halsted.
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.
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.
Chicago abortion, LGBTQ+ activists plan to demand action with march on day prior to DNC
Abortion rights and LGBTQ+ activists are teaming up to protest the presidential nominating convention coming to Chicago this summer.
Abortion rights and LGBTQ+ activists are teaming up to protest the presidential nominating convention coming to Chicago this summer.
Abortion, LGBTQ+ activists to march outside DNC in Chicago
Abortion rights and LGBTQ+ activists are teaming up to protest the presidential nominating convention coming to Chicago this summer.
Abortion rights and LGBTQ+ activists are teaming up to protest the presidential nominating convention coming to Chicago this summer.
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."
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."
LGBTQ+ History Month highlights the contributions and achievements of strong individuals
Social media expert Terrence Chappell talks about the importance of LGBTQ+ History Month and showcasing the achievements of those in the community.
Social media expert Terrence Chappell talks about the importance of LGBTQ+ History Month and showcasing the achievements of those in the community.
Howard Brown Health reinstates some workers, offers back pay after layoffs prompt investigation
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
Howard Brown Health reinstates some workers, offers back pay after layoffs prompt investigation
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations in the country is re-hiring some of the workers it laid off late last year and providing back pay.
Berlin Nightclub employees strike for health care
A LGBTQ nightclub in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood was surrounded by community members standing with employees demanding health care Friday night.
A LGBTQ nightclub in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood was surrounded by community members standing with employees demanding health care Friday night.