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Missouri Attorney General Sets Severe Restrictions on Gender-Affirming Care

The regulation affects both transgender adults and youth.

Missouri gay group to protest IHOP

After four lesbians were asked to leave an International House of Pancakes in Grandview, Mo., for alleged public displays of affection, a gay rights group is organizing a demonstration against the chain restaurant.

South Dakota Moves to Ban Discussion of Trans Identity in Schools

The House of Representatives voted to make the term "gender dysphoria" illegal in elementary schools -- it's just the latest assault on trans people in South Dakota.

License Clerks Targeted by Anti-Marriage Equality Bill

A Republican lawmaker has a plan to stop marriage equality in Missouri, by making it legal to fire clerks who issue same-sex marriage licenses.

Missouri's New Plan to Keep Trans People Out of Bathrooms

While other states think up ways to ban trans folks from using the 'wrong' bathroom, one Missouri lawmaker has set his sights on proactively gender-inclusive spaces.

Terrence McNally Classic Will Return Off-Broadway

The gay playwright's Fire Island-set Lips Together, Teeth Apart will receive its first New York production in 23 years.

Kansas City media misgender trans murder victim springing LGBTQ+ advocates to action

After public outcry, local news outlets corrected the story, highlighting the importance of accurate reporting about transgender victims of crime.

Police arrest 3 teens for allegedly kidnapping and killing young trans man, dumping his body in the desert

Alex Franco, 21, was shot and killed outside the home of his girlfriend, police say.

Duggar In-Law Attacks Jazz Jennings in Transphobic Tweet

The son-in-law of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar went after a 16-year-old on Twitter.

How The Nation Reacted to Michael Sam Joining The Rams

In the wake of Michael Sam becoming the first openly gay man drafted into the NFL, fans both old and new reacted primarily with support and enthusiasm.

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis Join 'Mothers and Sons' on HIV/AIDS Fundraiser

The 'Same Love' singers have teamed up with Terrence McNally's Broadway play to help build medical centers for people with HIV or AIDS.

America Ferrera to Star in Terrence McNally Comedy

The Ugly Betty alum will play the sister of a gay man who recently died of AIDS in the Off-Broadway revival of Lips Together, Teeth Apart.

Dominique Lucious, Black Trans Woman, Killed in Missouri

A suspect has been charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action.

Missouri Republican Gov. Signs Gender-Affirming Care Ban, Anti-Trans Sports Bill

It's now the 20th state to ban gender-affirming care for minors.

Introducing The Advocate capsule collection: A celebration of LGBTQ+ legacy & pride

Discover the new Advocate capsule collection at The Pride Store and celebrate LGBTQ+ history, pride, and community with iconic designs from The Advocate's legacy!

Bowen Yang and Lily Gladstone to star in ‘The Wedding Banquet’ remake

The 1993 film follows a gay Taiwanese immigrant man who marries a Chinese woman to conceal his sexuality and partner from his family, as well as to get her a green card.

Missouri Trans Teen's Murder Not a Hate Crime, Police Say

Despite Ally Steinfeld's identity and the brutality of her slaying, authorities don't think anti-trans bias was the motivation. Activists say they should reconsider.