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Former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner supports New York policy banning trans women from sports

LGBTQ+ advocates are stunned by the transgender woman’s ongoing stance against the inclusion of trans people in many facets of public life.

Diverse books left in trash at NYC school with worrying notes: 'Not approved'

Hundreds of new books — which featured stories about race, immigration, and LGBTQ+ lives — were found in the trash with sticky notes documenting their content.

This women’s roller derby league is standing up for trans athletes by suing their county

Under a new Nassau County executive order, "female" teams with transgender athletes will be outright denied permits to use local facilities.

NYPD seeks teens in suspected homophobic hate crime

The four youths reported hurled fists, hard objects, and anti-LGBTQ+ slurs at two gay men out for a walk.

Hunter Schafer arrested at pro-Palestine rally protesting Joe Biden on 'Late Night'

Euphoria star Hunter Schafer was arrested at a rally protesting Joe Biden's continued support of Israel's war with Hamas as the death toll in Gaza climbs.

After years of exclusion, Staten Island will host LGBTQ-friendly St. Patrick's Day parade

The New York City government is responding to years of LGBTQ+ exclusion by hosting a new, second parade, which will welcome queer groups in Staten Island for the first time.

New York City Archdiocese condemns funeral of trans icon Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick's Cathedral

St. Patrick's Cathedral even held a Mass of Reparation. Gentili's family has called out church leaders for what they said was "hypocrisy" and transphobia.

George Santos calls GOP lawmakers 'idiots' in shared group chat after Dems flipped his House seat

“I hope you guys are happy with this dismal performance and your 10 million for futile Bull Sh*t cost the party,” Santos reportedly told his former Republican colleagues in the House in a group chat.

George Santos' replacement: What you need to know about the New York election today

Tuesday's special election looks to be a close race between Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip.

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New York pizzeria to pay $25,000 to settle harassment suit by transgender cook

The cook says owners and coworkers told him he wasn't "a real man," asked about his genitalia and transition, and equated being transgender with being a pedophile.

Senate Democrats urged to reject anti-LGBTQ+ measures in funding bills by coalition (exclusive)

The Human Rights Campaign and ACLU lead the charge, with 63 groups, challenging discriminatory riders in congressional budget talks.

The voice of the NYC subway and her journey to trans euphoria

Bernie Wagenblast, the voice of the New York subway, came out as a trans woman last year. Now, she's sharing what it's like living her authentic life.

57 celebratory pics from the first-ever Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala

The inaugural event featured a ton of stars from the LGBTQ+ community. Check out the night in the images here.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Gets Swatted on Christmas

She’s not the only Republican lawmaker to have police called to their residence on Christmas day.

George Santos Is in Plea Negotiations with Federal Prosecutors

The revelation came in a Monday court filing.

Meet the Man New York Democrats Want to Replace George Santos

Democrats are hoping to put a former congressman in the seat left vacant following George Santos's expulsion.

George Santos Is Raking in a Disgusting Amount of Money on Cameo

George Santos is capitalizing on his notoriety, drawing an astonishingly eager crowd willing to finance the accused grifter.

Carla Smith Looks to Continue Life of Service as CEO of New York LGBT Community Center

Smith will succeed Glennda Testone, who's leaving the center after 14 years.

Watch AOC Defend Transgender Americans in Heated Congressional Hearing

U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blasted anti-trans legislation targeting girls in sports at a hearing dripping with transphobia.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Sets Date for Special Election to Replace George Santos

Here's when the election is being held.