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LA's lesbian fire chief battles blazes and bigots

Los Angeles's first out LGBTQ+ fire chief, Kristin Crowley, leads by example in the fight against multiple apocalyptic fires.

San Francisco Just Swore in First LGBTQ Fire Chief

Jeanine Nicholson has made herstory. 

Kristin Crowley Is Los Angeles's First Out, First Woman Fire Chief

Crowley was confirmed unanimously by the L.A. City Council this week.

Megyn Kelly rants about 'obese' lesbians when talking about L.A. fires

On a recent episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, the MAGA firebrand said she wants to be rescued by a "strong man" not "overweight, out-of-shape women."

Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley fired as Mayor Karen Bass cites wildfire failures

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced Friday that she is replacing Kristin Crowley, an out lesbian, citing her alleged failures in dealing with unprecedented wildfires.

Grindr Unwrapped reveals the horniest month of 2024

The answer just might surprise you!

Ousted Antigay Atlanta Fire Chief Gets $1.2 Million Settlement

The city settled with Kelvin Cochran, fired for his anti-LGBTQ book, because continuing to fight his lawsuit would be even more costly.

Megyn Kelly and other conservatives attack lesbian fire chief and DEI for Los Angeles wildfires

While scientists cite an unusually dry winter combined with strong winds as the fuel behind the rapid spread of the fires, right-wing figures are instead blaming diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Fired Georgia Fire Chief Sues City for Anti-Trans Discrimination

Rachel Mosby says the town of Byron, Ga., fired her after she began presenting as a woman at work.

South Carolina judge's house burns down after ruling against Trump administration

Diane Goodstein had received death threats for her ruling against the Trump administration before her house burned down.

No, a Church Was Not Hosting Same-Sex Wedding When It Caught Fire

Claims by anti-LGBTQ+ social media users have been debunked...repeatedly.

Breaking: NBC fires teams of journalists focused on marginalized communities, axing NBC Out & NBC BLK staff

NBC News has fired journalists who reported on Black, Latino, Asian and LGBTQ+ communities.

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As a Transgender Republican Woman, I Need the Equality Act

On Transgender Day of Visibility, Florida woman Erin Dotten shares her story.

Cop Posts Antigay Message, Quits Force, Does Right-Wing Media Tour

Jacob Kersey resigned from his position because he says he's afraid of repercussions from making future offensive posts.

NYC Fire Department Gets First Lesbian Battalion Chief

Michele Fitzsimmons, promoted Thursday, is also only the second woman to achieve this rank in the department.

Long Beach's Rainbow Lifeguard Tower Burns Down, Likely 'Act of Hate'

A symbol of Pride has been reduced to rubble and ash, with the mayor suspecting foul play.

What the Great Fire of London can teach us about the Los Angeles fires

Why do we always look for someone to burn with the flames?

NASA Says No Evidence James Webb Telescope Namesake Fired LGBTQ+ Staff

An investigation into Webb's alleged homophobic actions stems from the firing of gay NASA employee Clifford Norton during the Lavender Scare.

Man Sets Pride Flag Ablaze in Michigan, Almost Catches Himself on Fire

Video shows the man in Lansing, Mich., setting the Pride flag aflame. 

Ron DeSantis cheers as University of Florida's anti-LGBTQ+ president fires all diversity staff

A memo to employees cited a new regulation for the Board of Governors, a DeSantis-controlled board setting policies for the State University System.

At LGBTQ Forum, Marianne Williamson Responds to Her History With AIDS

Williamson denies what she calls "vicious rumors."