Police rule out terrorism in chemical agent release at Baltimore Pride Festival
On Saturday, revelers panicked after many couldn’t breathe and began to experience burning eyes after two groups got into a fight.
June 17 2024 7:00 PM
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Bailey Anne Kennedy is first trans Miss Maryland USA
"I knew that it was going to mean a lot for all the LGBTQ kids out there who might feel like they don’t belong in a box — like me growing up," she says.
June 06 2024 9:14 PM
Here are the states that have laws protecting abortion and gender-affirming care
These states have taken the step to protect bodily autonomy.
May 27 2024 3:16 PM
Joe Biden celebrates 200th judicial confirmation paving the way for more LGBTQ+ judges
His administration hopes to set a new record soon.
May 22 2024 12:41 PM
Fit check! A peek at LGBTQ+ fashion inside this year's Preakness Stakes horse race in Baltimore
Check out the queer fashion at this year's Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown.
May 22 2024 10:46 AM
SCOTUS refuses to hear case from parents who objected to school’s transgender support plans in DC suburbs
It’s the latest in a series of cases where the high court has dodged the issue of transgender rights at school – often leaving in place lower court rulings that sided with trans students.
May 21 2024 9:40 AM
John Waters is recovering after a car accident outside Baltimore
Rumors were spreading that the famed gay filmmaker was in critical condition, but now he's assured fans he's OK.
May 07 2024 5:28 PM
Who is Jane Rigby, the lesbian scientist who just received a Medal of Freedom?
The chief scientist at the world’s most powerful telescope is also an out lesbian and mom of one.
May 04 2024 11:22 AM
Smithsonian responds after report of ending long-held drag shows following Republican angst (exclusive)
Reports found drag shows disappeared from the Smithsonian's calendar after institution leader Lonnie Bunch told House Republicans he'd "look into" them. Here's what really happened.
April 18 2024 11:46 AM
Wherever drag queen Tara Hoot goes, bomb threats seem to follow
The Washington, D.C., drag queen has been the target of at least eight bomb threats in recent months.
April 11 2024 4:26 PM
FBI responds to spate of bomb threats against Planet Fitness after right-wing transphobic campaign
Chaya Raichik, the right-wing extremist behind the account, has been targeting the gym chain over its inclusive stance on transgender members.
April 10 2024 3:55 PM
These 9 states have the chance to protect abortion this election — Here's what you can do
Constitutional amendments to protect abortion are on the ballot in 4 states, and 5 other states still need your signature.
April 07 2024 3:00 PM
Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg tour Baltimore bridge collapse site, outline federal support for Maryland
The president was joined by the secretary of transportation at the Francis Scott Key Bridge crash site to commit more federal resources toward recovery efforts.
April 07 2024 10:04 AM
Pete Buttigieg commits federal resources to Baltimore bridge collapse recovery
From the scene of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, the transportation secretary promised that the Biden-Harris administration would be there to help the area recover.
March 26 2024 5:47 PM
Toxicology experts say death from medications in Nex Benedict case ‘very, very uncommon’
Following the announcement that the teenager’s death was suicide through the combined toxicity of two common medications, The Advocate spoke with experts about the risks of these drugs.
March 15 2024 2:51 PM
Police close Senate hearing room gay sex case after probe, finding no evidence of a crime
The congressional staffer who allegedly taped himself having sex in the room may have violated policy but committed no crime, according to Capitol Police.
February 01 2024 4:56 PM
Maryland man sentenced to 48 years for murder of transgender woman Taya Ashton
Prosecutors said DeAllen Price killed Ashton because she was transgender.
January 25 2024 4:14 PM
Gender-affirming care just became more accessible in Maryland
Medicaid must now cover “medically necessary” gender-affirming care procedures in Maryland.
January 11 2024 10:00 AM
Trans healthcare, abortion, & more: These are the LGBTQ+ laws that took effect January 1
Here are the biggest pieces of legislation for bodily autonomy that are now in the law of the land.
January 09 2024 8:00 AM
From player to broadcaster, meet the queer Black soccer pro breaking down the Washington Spirit
Former NWSL Washington Spirit player Gaby Vincent tells The Advocate about her "full circle moment" becoming a broadcaster for the team.