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Missouri Democrat defends trans grandchild against GOP secretary of state candidate’s attack

Barbara Phifer draws the line at political attacks by Valentina Gomez on her kids and trans grandchild.

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Missouri school district must pay trans student $4 million after barring him from boys bathrooms

Justices determined that the plaintiff was discriminated against for having "female genitalia" when the district "does not speculate, inspect, or otherwise inquire as to the genitalia of other male students.”

Kansas City's ex-LGBTQ Commission chair Justice Horn opens up about why he resigned (exclusive)

Justice Horn spoke to The Advocate exclusively about his decision to quit his job and move to a quieter area.

Harrison Butker’s ‘inaccurate, ill-informed and woefully out of step' sexist speech is fact-checked by GLAAD

LGBTQ+ media advocacy group GLAAD issued a fact-check calling out some of the false and misleading things the ultra-conservative Kansas City Chiefs player said during a graduation ceremony.

Watch: 'Creepy' conservative influencer mocked for filming in all-gender restroom at Kansas City airport

A far-right media personality with Turning Point USA revealed that the only danger in a public bathroom is a right-wing extremist with a camera.

Conservative school board candidates handed humiliating loss in St. Louis area

Out of 13 candidates endorsed by local right-wing radio talk show host Marc Cox, zero won their races this week.

Missouri Republicans want to force teachers to register as sex offenders for supporting trans students

Missouri's House Bill 2885 would send teachers who use students' chosen names and pronouns to prison for up to five years.

As Missouri lawmakers continue attacking LGBTQ+ rights, one city is taking a stand against hate

The Columbia City Council voted 6-1 on Monday night to declare the city an LGBTQ+ safe haven.

Missouri Republican candidate burns LGBTQ+ books with flamethrower and posts the video online (exclusive)

Valentina Gomez is facing growing backlash for an incendiary stunt against LGBTQ+ books. Queer rights groups are calling her out.

Headaches continue for St. Louis gay bar after cops crashed SUV into building

After months of wrangling, the city of St. Louis first warned the building owners where the bar resides of the property’s condemnation before backing off.

Missouri Republicans add trans bathroom ban to 'parents' rights' education bill

"It is a statewide issue that your biological sex matches which locker room and which restroom you're going into," said Republican Sen. Nick Schroer.

New video from St. Louis police crash into gay bar shows aggressive officer, raises questions

The police officer threatened a bystander with arrest after handcuffing the bar’s owner for raising his voice.

A father emotionally defends his transgender son against Missouri lawmakers

"It's actually surprisingly easy to be a parent to a trans kid," Rabbi Daniel Bogard told Missouri legislators. "The only hard part we have experienced is you all."

Kansas City media misgender trans murder victim springing LGBTQ+ advocates to action

After public outcry, local news outlets corrected the story, highlighting the importance of accurate reporting about transgender victims of crime.

Black transgender woman Amber Minor killed in Missouri on Christmas Eve

Minor was shot to death in Raytown, near Kansas City.

Missouri Republicans pivot from attacking LGBTQ+ lives to focus on childcare and education issues

The state’s top Republican leaders have announced that LGBTQ+ issues will no longer be at the forefront of their legislative agenda as the state’s annual legislative session reconvenes.

St. Louis Gay Bar Owner's Attorney Alleges Police Misconduct in Crash & Arrest Incident

Javad Khazaeli spoke out on behalf of his clients, detailing allegations of police aggression and the community’s response following a controversial arrest at popular gay bar Bar:PM.

Police Officers Crash Their SUV Into St. Louis Gay Bar, Then They Arrest the Bar Owner

A late-night collision involving a police vehicle and a popular LGBTQ+ bar in south St. Louis sparks controversy.

Media Matters Sues Far-Right Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

In a pivotal legal battle over free speech, Media Matters confronts Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in federal court, alleging unconstitutional retaliation in response to their reporting on social media platform X.

LGBTQ+ History Month’s Founder Urges Unity Over Division

Rodney Wilson, the educator who envisioned LGBTQ+ History Month, delves into evolving inclusivity, tackling exclusionary trends, and the dire need for continuous education amid a changing political landscape.