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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy implies rainbow crosswalks could lead to traffic dangers

The former MTV Real World cast member announced the prohibition of art and political “distractions” on roads as part of a new federal initiative.

Catholic hermit in Kentucky comes out as transgender man

In the Roman Catholic Church, a hermit is someone who leads a quiet life engaged in prayer. Christian Matson is believed to be the first trans person in this bishop-approved position.

Rand Paul Gets Senate Challenger in Gay Mayor's Historic Campaign

Kentucky's Republican senator has some competition this fall in an out mayor from Lexington.

Anti-LGBTQ Printer Argues for Discrimination at Kentucky Supreme Court

The shop in Lexington had refused to print T-shirts for an LGBTQ Pride celebration because of the owner's religious beliefs.

Op-ed: What I Learned in High School From a Gay Teacher

A straight high school junior in Lexington, Ky., gets a lesson in empathy from an out member of her school's faculty.

Conservatives Sing the Blues Over Portrayal of Antigay Bigotry on Nashville

Right-wing bloggers aren't happy about the way homophobic bigotry is being portrayed in the popular ABC show.

Where we live

As the country opens its arms to openly gay and lesbian people, the places we call home have grown beyond urban gay ghettos. The Advocate welcomes you to this new American landscape.

Out Kentucky Mayor Jim Gray Announces Bid for Congress

The nation's first openly gay man to win a major party's nomination for U.S. Senate has his sights set on the House of Representatives.