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California hospital will continue youth gender-affirming care after families protest

Northern California's largest healthcare provider will continue gender-affirming care for youth after their families spoke out.

One Million Moms Threatens to Boycott Oreo Over LGBTQ+ Campaign

The conservative group is up in arms over a rainbow cookie.

Ky. Teen Expelled for 'Lifestyle Violation' of Rainbow Shirt and Cake

A Kentucky private school booted Kayla Kenney over a colorful social media post.

Pastor Proud to Be Inspiration for Russian "Homosexual Propaganda" Ban

Outspoken American pastor Scott Lively claims to have inspired Russia's recent ban on "homosexual propaganda."

The Life of Gay Teen Nigel Shelby Celebrated With Rainbow Casket

Shelby, a victim of suicide, was laid to rest over the weekend.

Police Called to School After Teacher Resigns for Using Pride Flashcards

One parent called the controversy a "publicity stunt" by politicians.

Trump and Cruz About to Kiss — on Progressive Group's Billboard

Planting Peace counters the anti-LGBT Republican platform with a message that "love trumps hate."

Experience The Advocate's Epic Champions of Pride Party

The Advocate kicked off Pride season Friday with a star-studded event at Los Angeles's Beverly Center, honoring top LGBT leaders from around the country.
 

Suspect ID'd in Killing of California Woman Shot for Displaying Pride Flag

The San Bernardino Sheriff's Department says the man who killed Laura Ann Carleton was Travis Ikeguchi, who was killed in a confrontation with deputies.

How You Can Help LGBTQ+ Afghans in Crisis

Numerous organizations could use your support as they help LGBTQ+ people remaining in Afghanistan and those fleeing the country.

Russia Begins Targeting LGBTQ+ People, Per Putin's Orders

Lawmakers are rushing to pass bills to further erode LGBTQ+ rights in the already hostile nation.

Youth mental health crisis calls in Oklahoma skyrocket after Nex Benedict’s death

Trans and nonbinary youth in Oklahoma are suffering from the news of the death of a bullied high school sophomore.

WATCH: Canadian Trans Girl's Parents Demand Action From School Over Bullying

A Winnipeg couple are fed up with a local parent's continued outrage over the fact that their daughter, 8-year-old Isabella, is trans.

Bisexual Grad Bucks BYU's Anti-LGBTQ+ Stances With Pride Flag Display

Jillian Orr opened her graduation gown to reveal a rainbow flag.

Texas doctor charged for leaking health records of transgender kids to far-right extremist

Eithan Haim allegedly stole private health records of transgender kids who weren’t his patients and gave their medical information to an anti-trans activist.

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Mormon Teen Comes Out to Family, Then Church

Watch the testimony that got her shut out of her church. 

Catholic Students Rally Around Schoolmate Punished for Pride Shirt

A student at  St. Francis of Assisi School in Baltimore was forced to remove her LGBTQ+ Pride T-shirt in front of everyone at a church service.

Gus Kenworthy Misses a Medal But Seals History With a Kiss

NBC's coverage of Kenworthy prominently featured his boyfriend, Matt Wilkas.

After erasing a memorial to the Pulse shooting victims, will the GOP try to burn the AIDS Quilt next?

Opinion: For the evangelical right that dominates Republican politics, their dream is for LGBTQ+ people to disappear, writes John Casey.

California City Voted to No Longer Fly Pride Flag

The Huntington Beach City Council removed the rainbow flag from the list of those that can be displayed on city property.