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Evacuating from the Los Angeles fires? Here are some resources to help

Here's the latest information on shelters, closures, and free services for those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires.

Here are the LGBTQ+ celebs impacted by the LA wildfires

Harvey Guillen, Gina Yashere, Dove Cameron, Rosie O’Donnell, and Farrah Moan have been affected by this heartbreaking disaster.

Caitlyn Jenner Loses Malibu Home in Woolsey Fire

The California wildfire has forced other celebrities, including Alyssa Milano, Lady Gaga, and Melissa Etheridge, to evacuate. 

Orlando Pride Is Postponed (Not Canceled) Due to Hurricane

Religious extremists had meanwhile blamed Orlando Pride for Hurricane Matthew's path.

Gay Bars Provide Comfort in Storm-Ravaged Galveston

When major natural disasters strike, survivors are accustomed to expect help from the government or even big-box corporations that donate their vast resources. But for many residents of Galveston, Texas, walloped by Hurricane Ike along the Gulf Coast last week, a primary source of relief and support has been two local gay bars that, despite the near-impossible conditions, reopened almost immediately after the storm in the spirit of survival and community.

White Cops Tackle, Arrest Black Gay TV Reporter During Press Conference

"This is what it's like to be a Black reporter in 2023," Evan Lambert said after being thrown to the ground and arrested for allegedly speaking too loudly at a press conference.

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Oregon's LGBTQ+ Community Mobilizes During Apocalyptic Wildfires

Lesbians, drag queens, and queer folks of all stripes are working together to save each other's pets, homes, and sanity.

New Orleans after Katrina: 'This is home'

A year after the hurricane devastated their community, many gays and lesbians are still struggling to rebuild. Others are deciding whether to come back at all.

A Caribbean Paradise Lost? Nope

The brutal 2017 hurricane season may have you concerned about taking a Caribbean cruise -- but you needn't worry.

Homophobic Homeowner Refuses to Help Gay Family Fleeing Wildfire

“I was told family,” the man said before driving off, leaving a gay couple and their child.

Pride Celebration in Georgia Evacuated After Violent Extremists Attack

Organizers blamed authorities after thousands of extremists attacked.

LGBT Group Lobbies Clinton For Fair Treatment At State

About 2,200 government employees working in foreign affairs signed a letter supporting the rights of the LGBT employees that was hand-delivered to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's office Monday.

Election Offices Targeted with Fentanyl-Laced Letters and Pride Flags

Suspicious letters containing fentanyl were sent to multiple states’ election offices, and the inclusion of the Progress Pride Flag raises questions about the sender’s motives.

LGBT Rights on Fast Track at State

Days after pledging to review policies that discriminate against LGBT employees at the State Department, Secretary Clinton said her staff is reviewing inequities and preparing to make appropriate changes "expeditiously."

Two Orlando Pride Events Canceled Due to Hurricane Matthew

Organizers have called off Thursday and Friday events as the storm approaches but still hope to hold the parade and festival Saturday.

Club Q Suspect Wanted to Be ‘the Next Mass Killer,’ Court Docs Say

Court documents obtained by media outlets detail a standoff that many say should have been a huge warning about the Colorado Springs shooter. 

Homophobe Sam Brownback Confirmed as 'Religious Freedom' Ambassador

Vice President Mike Pence, in his capacity as president of the Senate, cast a tie-breaking vote to confirm Brownback.

Reminder: Trump Allegedly Committed Treason

How many more warnings do voters need that the most powerful person on Earth is a sociopath?

Gay Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney Was Ready to Fight Off Mob at Capitol

Maloney and fellow representatives were set to strike back during the January 6 riot.