Downriver candidate could become first transgender state representative in Michigan
"My community didn't vote for history. They didn't vote because of identity. They voted because I'm showing up for their issues, trying to get tough on utility companies, health care reform and protecting freedom for everybody in our state."
"My community didn't vote for history. They didn't vote because of identity. They voted because I'm showing up for their issues, trying to get tough on utility companies, health care reform and protecting freedom for everybody in our state."
1 dead, 16 hurt in Berlin Pride attack; suspect has ties to Islamic ‘circles,’ police say
One person is dead and at least 16 were injured in an attack during a Pride celebration in Berlin.
One person is dead and at least 16 were injured in an attack during a Pride celebration in Berlin.
Supreme Court says states can ban transgender athletes from girls' sports teams
The U.S. Supreme Court said that states could ban transgender student athletes from competing on girls' sports teams.
The U.S. Supreme Court said that states could ban transgender student athletes from competing on girls' sports teams.
Supreme Court upholds state laws banning transgender girls and women from school athletics
The United States Supreme Court released its opinion Tuesday on upholding state laws banning transgender athletes from female sports teams, handing a major victory to supporters of laws they say protect fairness in women’s athletics.
The United States Supreme Court released its opinion Tuesday on upholding state laws banning transgender athletes from female sports teams, handing a major victory to supporters of laws they say protect fairness in women’s athletics.
Support for same-sex marriage hits new low, poll shows
While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.
While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.
Madison Heights votes to cut 'Drag Queen Story Time' from Pride Festival
The Madison Heights City Council voted 4-3 during a meeting to cancel the event, which would have featured drag performer Jadein Black reading books to children during the city's Pride Festival.
The Madison Heights City Council voted 4-3 during a meeting to cancel the event, which would have featured drag performer Jadein Black reading books to children during the city's Pride Festival.
Trump administration ban on transgender troops illegal, appeals court rules
An appellate court ruled the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving.
An appellate court ruled the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving.
Former Congressman Barney Frank dead at 86
Former Congressman Barney Frank was trailblazer for gay rights and also helped craft the most significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
Former Congressman Barney Frank was trailblazer for gay rights and also helped craft the most significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
Grosse Pointe Schools parent sues after ban for classroom pride flag video post
A parent has been banned from attending events at the Grosse Pointe Schools district because of his opposition to a middle school displaying a pride flag.
A parent has been banned from attending events at the Grosse Pointe Schools district because of his opposition to a middle school displaying a pride flag.
Lawmakers continue push to overturn Michigan's same-sex marriage ban
Lawmakers in Michigan continue to push to change an amendment banning same-sex marriage in the state's constitution.
Lawmakers in Michigan continue to push to change an amendment banning same-sex marriage in the state's constitution.
Supreme Court order against California law allows schools to out transgender students to parents
The California law respected students' right to privacy regarding their use of pronouns and gender expression, banning automatic parental notification.
The California law respected students' right to privacy regarding their use of pronouns and gender expression, banning automatic parental notification.
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.
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.
Supreme Court denies appeal to overturn same-sex marriage
"I’m very happy. I think the Supreme Court did the right thing," said Jay Kaplan from the ACLU of Michigan.
"I’m very happy. I think the Supreme Court did the right thing," said Jay Kaplan from the ACLU of Michigan.
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.
Hamtramck judge allows city to ban pride flags on government poles
More drama in the city of Hamtramck but this time it does not involve the City Council. It involves a pride flag.
More drama in the city of Hamtramck but this time it does not involve the City Council. It involves a pride flag.
NRA speaks out as Trump administration mulls possible trans firearms ban
Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.
Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.
Bill restricting school bathroom usage to biological sex passes Michigan House
Under a bill making its way through the Michigan Legislature, schools would be required to only allow people to use bathrooms based on their sex at birth. Supporters say it protects student privacy, while those who appose the bill say it targets transgender individuals.
Under a bill making its way through the Michigan Legislature, schools would be required to only allow people to use bathrooms based on their sex at birth. Supporters say it protects student privacy, while those who appose the bill say it targets transgender individuals.
Man charged with murder of transgender woman
The victim?s body was found in an alley behind a laundromat on Woodward in Detroit. During the arraignment, more details about the sinister act were revealed.
The victim?s body was found in an alley behind a laundromat on Woodward in Detroit. During the arraignment, more details about the sinister act were revealed.
US Supreme Court asked to overturn same-sex marriage ruling from 2015
"My wife and I got married last year – so obviously it’s very important to me that gay marriage is legal in Michigan," she said.
"My wife and I got married last year – so obviously it’s very important to me that gay marriage is legal in Michigan," she said.