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Texas man sentenced for shooting trans woman while on bond for murder

John Lee Smith III was out on bond for shooting the father of the children of his then-girlfriend when he shot and nearly killed the transgender victim.

The U.S. Will Now Have 1,000 Out Elected Officials in Historic First

Victories in Tuesday's election will push the number over that mark when all the winners take office, and the candidates represent the diversity of the LGBTQ+ population.

Where we live

As the country opens its arms to openly gay and lesbian people, the places we call home have grown beyond urban gay ghettos. The Advocate welcomes you to this new American landscape.

10 of the Best Films of Rock Hudson, the Closeted Mid-Century Hollywood Dreamboat

Find out what made Rock Hudson such a big deal.

How Queer Was Agatha Christie?

Did the Murder on the Orient Express author sprinkle gay subtext in her page-turners or was she as conventional as a Hollywood blockbuster? Graham Kirby investigates.

16 Camp Classics That Keep Us Laughing

Camp classic comedies are bigger and more outrageous than life. No wonder gay audiences love them.

12 Crimes That Changed the LGBT World

The Advocate has covered the LGBT community for 45 years, and these crimes won't soon be forgotten.

The Ties That Bind

Y&R 's John Driscoll talks about playing the son of a gay father, his character's sexuality, and being part of one of daytime's royal families.

How Once-Moderate Bush Got Hijacked by the Religious Right

Our October 1992 cover story explores how George H.W. Bush -- desperate to be reelected -- formed an unholy alliance that haunts us still. 

#TBT: Breaking the Gay Code in the Movies

Before obviously gay characters were allowed on the big screen, subtle (and not so subtle) indicators were used. Here are our favorite 12.

PHOTOS: Follow 24 Hours in LGBT America

Family, friends, couples, pets, workers, and stars (George Takei!) -- here is the complete day in LGBT America as selected by our staff.