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.
Detroit Shipping Co. plans Pride-themed Winterfest in celebration of LGBTQ+ community
Detroit Shipping Company (DSC) will celebrate Pride and the LGBTQ+ community at Winterfest next month.
4 Michigan cities earn perfect scores on Municipal Equality Index for support of LGBTQ+ rights
Four Michigan cities earned perfect scores on the Human Rights Campaign's 2023 Municipal Equality Index, an evaluation of how cities support LGBTQ+ people and rights.
Here's who was appointed to Michigan's new LGBTQ+ Commission
Last week, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced her appointees to the state's new LGBTQ+ Commission.
LGBTQ advocate organizes coat drive for transgender community members in need
"I did this because of the disparities that I faced and I saw the lack of help for my community," said Abad.
Ferndale salon hosting 'pay what you can' event with proceeds benefiting Affirmations
Rosewater Salon in Ferndale is hosting a “pay what you can" event in November. All proceeds from the event will be donated to LGBTQ+ community center Affirmations.
Bill banning 'gay/trans panic' defense advances in Michigan
A bill banning the "gay panic" or "transgender panic" defense is advancing in the Michigan Legislature.
Canada issues travel advisory for LGBTQ visitors to US
Canadian officials cited laws banning drag shows, restricting gender-affirming care and blocking participation in sporting events as reasons for the updated guidance.
Family of murdered transgender woman finally get justice ending nearly 5 year wait
Pastor Albert Weathers pleaded guilty to killing 36-year-old Kelly Stough - a transgender woman, and leaving her body in the street near McNichols and Brush in Detroit.
Youth LGBTQ+ conversion therapy banned in Michigan
Youth LGBTQ+ conversion therapy is now banned in Michigan.
Pride in the Wild brings drag, aerialists, more to Detroit Zoo in support of LGBTQ+ nonprofits
Pride in the Wild, a night of drag and other entertainment at the Detroit Zoo, will support local LGBTQ+ nonprofits.
Hamtramck commissioners removed after flying Pride flag
The Hamtramck City Council voted this week to remove two commissioners who flew a Pride flag on city property after a ban on several flags.
Families with transgender kids forced to travel out of state for care they need
With at least 20 states moving to ban or restrict such care for minors, some kids feel they are receiving the message that they cannot be themselves.
Web designer's 'customer' in Supreme Court case raising ethical and legal flags
The Supreme Court said a Christian designer can refuse to make wedding websites for gay couples after her lawsuit pointed to a request from a man named “Stewart” and his husband-to-be. But Stewart says that never happened.
Supreme Court backs designer who objects to making gay couples’ wedding websites
In a defeat for gay rights, the court ruled 6-3 for designer Lorie Smith despite a Colorado law that bars discrimination based on sexual orientation, race, gender and other characteristics.
Supreme Court makes big decisions with more to come: Here's what to know
The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.
Lawmakers vote to ban conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ minors in Michigan
Lawmakers voted 21-15 in the senate to outlaw the controversial practice.
Ferndale Library replenishes LGBTQ+ books after 'Hide the Pride' campaign targets collection
The Ferndale Library quickly refilled its shelves after "Hide the Pride," a nationwide campaign that encourages people to check out LGBTQ+ books from public libraries to keep them from children, targeted it.
Hamtramck mayor fires back at critics over city's Pride Flag ban
Almost immediately after the city outlawed the LGBTQ+ flag on government property, criticisms poured in from other cities and advocates.
'Detroit proudly raises our Pride flag': Duggan responds to Hamtramck flag ban
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan reacted to a recently approved resolution in Hamtramck that prevents Pride flags and some other flags from being flown on city property.