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More than 60 religious institutions have been targeted for supporting LGBTQ+ rights: report

At least 66 incidents occurred between June 2022 and January 2024 in which a religious institution was targeted for its perceived support of LGBTQ+ people.

This Florida county spent $800k to show its support for LGBTQ+ people

Broward County’s $800,000 investment in a Rose Parade float was a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, challenging Florida’s current political climate.

Film Festival Seeks Conversation on LGBT Issues in Evangelical Church

Organizers of a Pasadena, Calif., film festival hope to start a conversation about LGBT rights in evangelical Christianity.

McGillis Takes on Little Foxes

Newly out actress Kelly McGillis heads a strong cast in the Pasadena Playhouse's excellent production of the Lillian Hellman classic The Little Foxes .

WATCH: Dustin Lance Black Finally Gives That Graduation Speech

The Academy Award-winning screenwriter encouraged graduates to 'let your freaky differences shine' during a commencement speech he delivered at his alma mater, Pasadena City College.

Pro-gay church rebuffs IRS challenge to tax-exempt status

A liberal church in Pasadena, Calif., that has been threatened with the loss of its tax-exempt status over an antiwar sermon says it will not turn over documents requested by the IRS.

Gay actor Earl Holliman, star of 'Police Woman,' 'Twilight Zone,' and more, dies at 96

Holliman's death was announced by his spouse, Craig Curtis.

Gang Savagely Attacks Three Gay Men Leaving Drag Show

"I thought we were being murdered, to be honest with you," one of the victims said.

LGBT Religious Film Fest Aims to Build Bridges

The film festival seeks to foster discussions about sexuality, gender, and religion.

Rose Parade Queen Is First From LGBTQ Community

Loiuse Deser Siskel, who says she entered the competition on a whim, is also the first Jewish queen and the first who wears glasses.

Lesbian Black Lives Matter Leader Sentenced for 'Lynching'

"This is really the system's lynching of Jasmine Richards," says fellow Black Lives Matter organizer and scholar Dr. Malina Abdullah.

Remembering Richmond Barthe

Barthe was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s; then he crashed into obscurity. Did his homosexuality have anything to do with that?

No on 8 Volunteers Harassed, Thrown Off Church Grounds

All around Los Angeles, teams of volunteers dispatched by the Gay and Lesbian Center are responding to claims of friction at the polls. Thalia Zepatos, director of community engagement for the No on 8 campaign, said many places throughout L.A. County have reported harassment and illegal electioneering by churches. No on 8 volunteers have been removed from church grounds, one polling worker reportedly quoted the Bible, and at least one poll worker has urged people to vote Yes on 8.