US rule would bar full ban on transgender student athletes but will allow exceptions
A new rule proposed by the Biden administration would prevent schools and colleges from enacting outright bans on transgender athletes, but it would allow certain exceptions to promote fairness or reduce injuries.
Kansas passes transgender bathroom bill; Arkansas approves own version of legislation
Both bills are among measures aimed at rolling back LGBTQ rights pursued by Republicans this year across the country. The Kansas bill focuses on bathrooms, locker rooms, and other facilities.
UN rights chief calls Uganda anti-LGBTQ bill 'deeply troubling'
The anti-LGBTQ bill in Uganda prescribes harsh penalties for some homosexual offenses, including death and life imprisonment.
Uganda passes bill imposing up to 10-year prison sentence for same-sex relations
The bill was supported by nearly all of the 389 legislators present.
Pope Francis says homosexuality is a ‘sin,’ but ‘not a crime’
Pope Francis criticized laws that criminalize homosexuality as “unjust” and called on Catholic bishops who support the laws to welcome LGBTQ people into the church.
Flyers coach Tortorella defends Provorov's Pride boycott: 'Provy did nothing wrong'
Philadelphia Flyers coach John Tortorella is defending Ivan Provorov’s decision to cite his Russian Orthodox religious beliefs as his reason to boycott the team’s pregame Pride celebration.
Church of England refuses to preside over same-sex marriages
"Blessings" from the Church of England for same-sex marriage are allowed, but same-sex couples are still not allowed to marry in its churches.
Central Bucks School Board passes controversial policy about what can be displayed in classrooms
After months of heated debate, the Central Bucks School District on Tuesday voted to approve a controversial policy about what can be displayed in classrooms.
Biden signs gay marriage bill at White House ceremony
President Joe Biden signed gay marriage legislation into law Tuesday before a crowd of thousands, a ceremony that reflected growing acceptance of same-sex unions.
House passes bill protecting same-sex, interracial marriages, sends to Biden
The House has given final approval to protections for same-sex marriages.
Pennsylvania panel to vote on proposal defining sex, race
A Pennsylvania government panel is considering adding extensive definitions of sex, religious creed and race to nondiscrimination regulations.
Putin signs law expanding Russia's rules against LGBT 'propaganda'
Russia’s new law outlaws advertising, media and online resources, books, films and theater productions deemed to contain such LGBT “propaganda.”
Supreme Court justices spar in latest clash of religion and gay rights
The Supreme Court on Monday heard the case of a Christian graphic artist who objects to designing wedding websites for gay couples.
EXPLAINER: Congress is acting on gay, interracial marriage after Senate passes bill
The Respect for Marriage Act is a historic bipartisan agreement that reflects a wider acceptance of gay rights in both Congress and the country. The bill would protect the rights of about a half million married couples.
Advocates sound alarm on murders of transgender women in Philadelphia
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner was among a group of LGBTQ activists who spoke about a troubling trend of deadly violence against trans women in the city over the recent years.
FDA likely to end blanket ban on sexually active gay, bisexual men donating blood
Currently, federal regulations prohibit blood banks from accepting donations from men who have had sex with men within the last three months
Police release names of those killed in the Colorado Springs Club Q shooting
Authorities say a 22-year-old gunman opened fire with a semiautomatic rifle at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs, killing five people and leaving 25 injured before he was subdued by “heroic” patrons.
Colorado nightclub shooting: Local LGBTQ+ community reacts to the deadly shooting
Members of Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ community are questioning their safety after the brutal killing of five people inside a gay bar in Colorado Springs over the weekend.
Hundreds of LGBTQ youth to be supported through new Planned Parenthood program in Lower Bucks County
It's an historic time in Bucks County as a recent announcement left LGBTQ youth with resources and support in a time of need.
First trans-focused LGBTQ plus safe haven coming to Philadelphia
Philadelphia's first trans-focused LGBTQ shelter will be opening at the beginning of October.