Missing Black trans man Danny Siplin found dead in Rochester, New York
Police say they do not suspect foul play, but they are still investigating.
December 29, 2025
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Democratic officials sue RFK Jr. over attempt to limit gender-affirming care for trans youth
The coalition bringing the suit, led by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, includes 198 AGs and one governor.
December 24, 2025
Gay NYC Council member Erik Bottcher drops U.S. House bid, will run for state Senate instead
“This decision is rooted in where I believe I can do the most good immediately,” Bottcher said.
December 22, 2025
Notorious anti-LGBTQ+ New York Archbishop Dolan retires — here are his worst moments
Cardinal Timothy Dolan had a long record of homophobia and transphobia. His successor, Ronald Hicks, has a mixed record on LGBTQ+ issues, but some Catholic activists are hopeful.
December 19, 2025
Here is New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's LGBTQ+ rights record
The newly elected mayor has been a longtime supporter of the LGBTQ+ community.
November 4, 2025
Federalist Society judge upholds Long Island trans sports ban
A roller derby league with cis and trans members challenged a local law. The New York Civil Liberties Union still plans to appeal.
October 7, 2025
Legislators object to possibly 'discriminatory arrests' of men allegedly cruising at Penn Station
Amtrak police seem to be using "a hostile arrest campaign reminiscent of anti-LGBTQ policing from the Stonewall era," says a letter from Congressman Jerrold Nadler and others.
September 29, 2025
Second man sentenced in death of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili
Michael Kuilan received a 19-year prison sentence for supplying the drugs that killed her.
May 28, 2025
Trans Americans consider moves to safer states because of Trump election: Williams Institute
Many who live in states with anti-transgender laws feel threatened.
May 14, 2025
Who could succeed Pope Francis? We look at 10 possibilities, both LGBTQ-friendly and not
Potential successors come from all over the world and range from moderate to deeply conservative on LGBTQ+ issues.
May 6, 2025
Teen targeted by homophobic school board member now running for his job
Upstate New York student Elizabeth Lewis was singled out by her school board's vice president during discussion of a GSA.
March 12, 2025
Gay artist-activist couple killed in upstate New York; suspect charged with murder
Prominent Buffalo couple Mickey Harmon and Jordan Celotto were found dead in their home Tuesday.
March 7, 2025
Prosecutors say kids forced to torture trans man
Seven defendants have been indicted on first-degree murder and other charges but not a hate crime.
March 6, 2025
Upstate New York town adopts inclusion resolution in wake of trans man Sam Nordquist's death
Canandaigua, N.Y., where Nordquist had been staying before his killing, wants to make clear it's a welcoming place for all.
February 28, 2025
Two more arrested in death of transgender man Sam Nordquist
Kimberly L. Sochia and Thomas G. Eaves are charged with second-degree murder "of depraved indifference" in connection with the death of the trans man.
February 21, 2025
Vigils honor life of Sam Nordquist, trans man tortured and killed in upstate New York
Two vigils are being held tonight, and another one went on Monday night as the investigation into Nordquist's death continues.
February 18, 2025
15 Democratic state AGs stand by gender-affirming care
"Federal funding to institutions that provide gender-affirming care continues to be available, irrespective of President Trump’s recent Executive Order," the attorneys general say.
February 5, 2025
N.Y. attorney general: stopping care for trans youth will violate state law
AG Letitia James's letter comes after a hospital in the state canceled appointments for young people planning to receive puberty blockers.
February 3, 2025
Restraining orders block federal funding freeze
The freeze had targeted a wide swath of federal funds, including those allegedly promoting "woke gender ideology."
February 3, 2025
13 Democratic state attorneys general condemn Trump's lies about DEIA
"Contrary to President Trump’s assertions, the policies he seeks to end do not diminish the importance of individual merit, nor do they mean that employers are lowering their standards," their joint statement says.
January 31, 2025
N.Y. court won't block Nassau County's anti-trans sports law
The New York Civil Liberties Union plans to appeal, but for now, the law will stay in place while a suit against it is heard.
January 22, 2025