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Lesbian teen cornered by server in bathroom and forced to prove gender files charges

Gerika Mudra, 18, says a Buffalo Wild Wings waiter made her show her breasts to prove she could use the women's restroom.

Minneapolis Police Being Investigated for Years of Racist Malpractice

The Minnesota Department of Human Rights filed a suit today and will dig into nearly a decade of complaints. 

A trans woman was denied entry into USA Powerlifting events. Now, her lawsuit heads to the MN Supreme Court

JayCee Cooper, a transgender woman, filed charges with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights in 2019 after she was denied entry into USAPL women’s competitions.

Notorious School District to Pay Trans Youth $300K to Settle Suit

A young transgender man had sued Minnesota's Anoka-Hennepin School District for discrimination.

Minnesota Supreme Court rules USA Powerlifting's ban on trans women is discrimination

JayCee Cooper, a trans woman banned from women's powerlifting contests, has won her case at the Minnesota Supreme Court.

Former Principal Says She Was Punished for Pride Flag Display, Sues

Mary Kay Thomas of Marshall, Minn., says she was removed from her position for supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

Trans Student Sues Minn. School District for 'Degrading Segregation'

The trans boy says he was subjected to "degrading and stigmatizing segregation" by being barred from the boys' locker room.

Gay Meteorologist Fired After Anti-Trump Post, Claims Bias at Work

Sven Sundgaard claims the news station discriminated against him because he is gay and Jewish.

Donald Trump bashes Tim Walz's support for trans people in such a weird way

The former president made several eyebrow-raising remarks on Fox News a day after Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate shined in Pennsylvania.

No, Rep. Aaron Schock Is Not on the Wheaties Box

Antigay congressman Schock did not appear on a box of cereal made by a company that has been increasingly supportive of its LGBT workers.

Tim Walz to honor LGBTQ+ community at Human Rights Campaign National Dinner (exclusive)

Kamala Harris’s running mate will continue his LGBTQ+ advocacy with keynote address at the highly-anticipated event.

WATCH: Kluwe Says NFL Has a Double Standard

Punter Chris Kluwe asks why team owners allow athletes charged with crimes to play while blacklisting those, like him, who speak out in support of marriage equality.

LGBTQ+ advocacy groups excited about vice presidential pick Tim Walz’s 'proven record'

The former congressman and current Minnesota governor has been a longtime ally to LGBTQ+ people.

Trump administration cracks down on Minnesota sports for allowing trans athletes to compete

The Education and Health and Human Services departments say the state government and high school sports authority are violating cis athletes' Title IX protections.

WATCH: General Mills Wishes You a Lucky, Charmed Pride

Hearts, stars, and horseshoes, clovers and blue moons, pots of gold and rainbows -- and LGBT pride.

LGBT Student Protections Fall Short in Senate

Even though a pro-LGBT amendment to the Every Child Achieves Act failed, congressman Jared Polis said having the vote was a step in the right direction.

Minnesota Mayor Told to Resign by LGBTQ+ Group Over ‘Sin and Brokenness’ Comments

He asked the community to pray in advance of a July 8 Pride celebration.

GOP State Platforms Display Pervasive Antigay Bias

The GOP in states has tough language not only on marriage equality, but also on adoption, workplace discrimination and more -- painting LGBT people as delivering the downfall of society.

Mike Johnson’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Legislation Opposed by Americans: Survey

A new Data for Progress poll highlights the nation’s split views on a controversial “don’t say gay or trans” bill, as more of Mike Johnson’s record comes under scrutiny.