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Oklahomans to Libs of TikTok's Chaya Raichik: 'Stay out of our state'

Parents and organizations have released an open letter to the hate-spreader ahead of her potential Oklahoma visit.

After Nex Benedict's death, 350 LGBTQ+ groups, activists, and celebs urge Oklahoma superintendent's removal

Ryan Walters has allowed a climate of hate to thrive in Oklahoma schools, an open letter says in light of trans student Nex Benedict's death.

WATCH: Oklahoma's First Marriage Equality Ad

A retired U.S. Army colonel explains why he supports the freedom to marry in a new video airing on TV stations statewide in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma’s 27 Anti-LGBT Bills Are All Dead

Anti-LGBT lawmakers in Oklahoma introduced a record number of hateful bills this year, but equality advocates have quashed every single one of them. 

Oklahoma Fights Back Against Antigay Bills

A bill hoping to protect efforts to 'pray away the gay' died in the state House today, while a Democrat introduced an amendment that would make businesses own up to their discriminatory practices.

I Went to Pride in the Bible Belt. It Was a Revelation.

Coastal LGBTQ people are doing themselves a disservice by not experiencing "fly-over country," writes Jennifer Williams.

Oklahoma House Censures Nonbinary Rep. Mauree Turner

House Republicans claim Turner was harboring a fugitive when a protester took shelter in the lawmaker's office.

Oklahoma: Bill Would End Government Role in All Marriages

The lawmaker behind the bill says some public officials are uncomfortable with issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples, so he wants to take them out of the process.

WATCH: The Rainbow Flag As Target Practice?

A Facebook post promoting the Oklahoma Run 'n Gun seemed to promote violence against LGBT people as well, activists say.

First Anti-LGBT Bill of 2018 Moves Toward Passage

A bill that would allow adoption agencies to turn away same-sex parents passes the Oklahoma House and Senate.

Outrage after Oklahoma prosecutor declines charges in Nex Benedict bullying death

Adocates and community members are outraged that Stephen Kunzweiler, the Tulsa County district attorney, has decided not to pursue criminal charges in the death of the transgender teen.

WATCH: First Oklahoma City to Protect LGBT Rights

Norman is the first city in the Sooner State to fully embrace comprehensive nondiscrimination protections for LGBT individuals.

Oklahoma Governor Orders State to Use Anti-Trans Definition of Gender

Gov. Kevin Stitt's executive order calls for binary definitions of gender according to that assigned at birth.

United We Stand Centers Queer Stories From Least LGBTQ-Friendly Places

The videos from Tourmaline and creative agency RanaVerse give voice to LGBTQ+ narratives in five of the least queer-friendly locales in the country.

Oklahoma Gov. OK's 'License to Discriminate' in Adoption, Foster Care

The legislation lets faith-based agencies, even those with state contracts, turn away prospective parents who offend their beliefs.

Okla. Lawmakers Lie, Revive Anti-LGBT Bill

Legislators reneged on their promise to not advance a bill that would allow religious objections to transgender students using bathrooms corresponding with their gender identity.

Transgender Woman Murdered in Oklahoma City

Brooklyn BreYanna Stevenson, 31, was found dead Monday morning.

Oklahoma Governor Signs Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill' Into Law

The restrictive measure is one of several pieces of far-right legislation Oklahoma has passed, including one of the nation's most draconian abortion laws.

Sally Kern Doesn't Hate Anyone, Says Sally Kern

Several pieces of legislation aim to roll back progress for LGBT Oklahomans, but one of the most prominent lawmakers behind the bills says they don't not stem from hatred.

Ryan Walters is too much even for Republicans in Oklahoma

The far-right extremist superintendent of public instruction keeps racking up losses.

How you can support queer and trans kids in Oklahoma after Nex Benedict’s death

Donate, volunteer, write a letter to trans kids: There are lots of ways for you to turn your grief into action.