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Ohio man charged with killing his partner, a rising local drag artist who went missing last month​

The last anyone heard from Ryan Godbey was on June 20. Now, Daniel Mattay faces charges of murder, assault, stangulation, and domestic violence.

San Francisco queen Hilary Rivers detained by ICE after asylum hearing

"San Francisco is the vibrant city we know of today because of the contributions of immigrants — especially queer immigrants," San Francisco Pride said in a statement supporting drag artist Hilary Rivers.

Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ Texans find joy and hope at Drag University

Drag U provides a much-needed outlet when their community is being attacked by their state and the federal government.

Pride, pages, and performance: Why drag story time matters more than ever

Recent research explores drag story times with the hope to learn more about how drag story time leaders select books, and how these events can foster best practices in literacy and inclusive education.

Oh, to dream the impossible dream of being a ‘normal gay’ like Richard Grenell

Opinion: Ric, if you’re the normal one, the normal gay, then thank God I’m not trying to be you, writes John Casey.

Florida Republicans Ron DeSantis & Byron Donalds continue attacking Naples Pride's family-friendly drag shows

The two are upset that a judge ruled in favor of Naples Pride and against proposed restrictions from the Florida city.

Florida judge won't let city stop Naples Pride from celebrating outside

A federal judge won't stop his ruling supporting organizers' free speech rights ahead of the June 7 event.

Kevin Aviance ‘lucky to be alive’ in New York City hospital after serious health scare

The legendary drag performer was rushed to the hospital with trouble breathing.

11 historic photos of New York's LGBTQ+ history from the book Queer Happened Here

Marc Zinaman's Queer Happened Here "celebrates the indelible relationship between people and place, honoring the transformative power of pride, unity, and love." Check out select historic images from the book.

The Kennedy Center may ban drag but will feature a lot of men in dresses this season

Donald Trump ordered a ban on drag shows at the Washington, D.C., venue, but programmers under Ric Grenell managed to find a lot of plays where drag plays a central role.

Activists hang Trans Pride flag in California's Yosemite National Park to protest erasure efforts

"Let this flag fly higher than hate," says organizer Pattie Gonia.

Texas House moves toward repealing anti-sodomy law

The law has been unenforceable since 2003, but it remains on the books. More votes are needed to repeal it.

Appeals court deals another blow to Florida's anti-drag law

Judges sided with queer establishment Hamburger Mary's lawsuit against the state.

Judge said Naples Pride can be held in the sunshine for all ages

U.S. District Judge John Steele ruled on Monday that Naples city officials violated free speech rights by issuing an event permit with a condition that Naples Pride host its drag performances indoors.

Bushwig and Knockdown Center announce travel grant to support drag artists

The celebration of drag, music, and love will be held on August 23 this year.

Organizers confirm pulling WorldPride events from ‘inhospitable’ Kennedy Center — not canceled by it

“We saw the writing on the wall,” Capital Pride Alliance Executive Director Ryan Bos told The Advocate.

'Drag Race' stars react to Violet Chachki's season 17 ‘garbage’ comments (update)

The unfiltered winner never shies away from sharing her opinion.

Who is John Reid, the gay MAGA Republican that Virginia’s GOP governor wants off the statewide ballot?

He's comparing himself to Donald Trump in a wild video blaming antigay bigotry for his problems.

Who is George Santos, the lying gay former Republican congressman being sentenced to prison?

The disgraced politician is one of the most fascinating and controversial personalities in America.

Naples Pride sues city after its security costs 'skyrocketed' amid fears of anti-trans protests

“Before the city, emboldened by anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment, imposed unconstitutional burdens on Pridefest, Naples Pride was able to feature its family-friendly drag performance without issue for years,” said Samantha Past, the ACLU of Florida’s LGBTQ+ rights attorney.

Trump culture warrior Ric Grenell calls for ‘diversity & inclusion’ after JD Vance got booed at Kennedy Center

“Diversity is our strength," Grenell said after Donald Trump has spent weeks railing against DEI.