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Conservative Media Outlet 1819 News Under Fire for Outing Alabama Mayor Who Died

The Alabama media outlet that outed Mayor F.L. “Bubba” Copeland, a Baptist preacher who died by suicide afterward, has come under harsh criticism.

After Pastor's Suicide, a Man Took to TikTok to Explain What It's Like to Be Outed

Former Republican lobbyist Ryan Adams reflects on his own painful experience with being outed in conservative circles in the aftermath of an Alabama mayor’s death.

Country Star Dixon Dallas Gets Rough With Steamy Queer Track ‘Something to Feel’

Following his viral sensation “Good Lookin’,” Dixon Dallas releases a new anthem of unapologetic queer, raunchy desire.

Alabama Mayor, Pastor Dies by Suicide After Being Involuntarily Outed as Transgender Woman

Smiths Station Mayor F.L. ‘Bubba’ Copeland’s death shocks a heartbroken community after a local news blog exposed his transgender identity.

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Children’s Book Added to Book Ban List Because Author’s Last Name Is ‘Gay’

The library’s executive director confirmed the book was listed because of the word “gay.”

Alabama Officials Trash $16,500 in Teacher Manuals Because They Were Too 'Woke': Report

“Woke” pre-K manual sparks controversy, leads to one official’s exit, and thousands in discarded educational resources.

Sylvia Swayne Aims to Make History as Alabama’s First Trans State Representative

Swayne came in second during a primary this week and will head to a runoff election.

Alabama Families Continue to Appeal to Block Transgender Care Ban

A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit ruled the ban can go into effect. The families want a rehearing by the full court.

Queer History Lecture Prompts Vengeance From Alabama GOP

After the state archives hosted a discussion on Alabama's queer icons, like Nell Carter, Republican senators vowed retribution.

Georgia Can Enforce Ban on Hormone Therapy for Trans Minors, for Now

An anti-trans ruling in Alabama paved the way for the Georgia setback.

Texas Is Now the Most Populous State With a Trans Health Care Ban: Here’s the Full List

As of Friday, gender dysphoria can’t be treated medically by physicians in Texas if the patient is a minor.

Appeals Court Lets Alabama Enforce Trans Care Ban, Cites Anti-Abortion Ruling

The assertion provides further evidence that all bodily autonomy rights are under attack.

Gender-Affirming Care Bans Often Modeled by Anti-LGBTQ+ Groups: Report

Their language is identical or similar to that endorsed by the Family Research Council and a newer group called Do No Harm.

Georgia's Gender-Affirming Care Ban Stands for Now, Judge Rules

A federal judge is allowing the state more time to prepare its defense.

Alabama Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Man He Lured on Grindr

Police say the victim fought back in his final moments.

Anti-Trans Misinformation Spewed at Senate Hearing — But It Gets Countered

The hearing was on the realities of LGBTQ+ people in the U.S.

Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Black Voters, Against Alabama Voting Maps

Alabama currently has seven congressional districts, with six represented by Republicans.

Alabama Extends Anti-Trans Sports Policy to Colleges and Universities

Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill to that effect into law Tuesday.

Southern Queers: New Study Reveals the Reality of LGBTQ+ People in the South

While bucking some stereotypes, the study emphasizes the need for LGBTQ+ safe spaces in southern states.