What's changed after 20 years of same-sex marriage in the US

It's been 20 years since Massachusetts issued the first state-sanctioned same-sex marriage licenses in the United States.

Teen charged in murder of transgender woman at Highland Park hotel

An 18-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection with the June 2023 murder of Ashia Davis, a transgender woman who was found shot to death in a Highland Park hotel.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.