Here are the 31 transgender Americans lost to violence in 2024
The epidemic of fatal violence against trans people in the U.S. continues.
December 20, 2024
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Trans woman Sasha Williams stabbed to death in Las Vegas
Williams was killed in January, but her death is only now being widely reported.
May 2, 2024
A guide to the 'Heated Rivalry' actors, characters, and gay storylines
Check out where to follow the Heated Rivalry actors on Instagram and learn more about the books by Rachel Reid that inspired the new Crave and HBO Max show.
November 28, 2025
What to expect in this week’s landmark gender-affirming care U.S. Supreme Court case
The case U.S. v. Skrmetti is about the Equal Protection clause of the U.S. Constitution. The decision will shape gender-affirming care in America.
December 2, 2024
Fourth Trans Woman Murdered in Florida
The murder in Orlando became yet another case of media and law enforcement misgendering a victim.
July 20, 2018
Queens of the Crews
America's Best Dance Crew 's gay group may have to contend with judges calling them ladies and a fickle voting audience -- but if backflips in stilettos don't get them noticed, nothing will.
August 17, 2009
Bills Introduced in Tenn. to Ban Drag Shows, Gender-Affirming Care
Just one day after voters rejected the conservative conspiracy theory about LGBTQ+ people, lawmakers in Tennessee doubled down with not one but two restrictive bills.
November 9, 2022
Trans Day of Remembrance: Honoring the Beautiful Trans Lives Stolen
Sunday honors trans lives lost and remembers bold lives lived.
November 18, 2022
What is U.S. v. Skrmetti, the Supreme Court case that could change gender-affirming care forever?
Here's what is at stake in U.S. v. Skrmetti, a case about health care for transgender youth.
December 4, 2024
The Rich Queer History of American Drag Queens
The art form will likely outlast attempts to restrict it.
April 29, 2023
Key LGBTQ+ Supreme Court decisions to watch this term and what you need to know
Gender-affirming care, PrEP, and LGBTQ+ books are all on the docket.
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April 1, 2025
25 LGBTQ+ Coming-of-Age Films Charting the Teen Years
LGBTQ+ coming-of-age films from But I'm a Cheerleader to Moonlight help us remember that coming into a queer identity is a journey.
August 31, 2022
'Deadnaming' Trans Women Isn't Just Insulting, It Subverts Justice
The way cops in Jacksonville, Fla., and other jurisdictions investigate the murders of transgender women adds insult to injury and may hinder the solving of cases.
September 26, 2018
Advocate, Out, Plus nominated for 2025 GLAAD Media Awards alongside biggest queer films and TV of the year
The Advocate's reporters Ryan Adamczeski and Christopher Wiggins also scored nominations for Outstanding Print Article and Outstanding Online Journalism Article.
January 22, 2025
7 Things That Are Everything This Week
Solange, Regina Spektor, and SNL all return!
September 30, 2016
Eric Holder: The Exit Interview
Loretta Lynch is finally confirmed by the Senate as Eric Holder's replacement. The Advocate spoke with the outgoing attorney general on marriage equality, the progressive agenda, and the future of civil rights.
April 24, 2015
17 Winter TV Shows LGBT Viewers Can't Miss
From new hit series to the return of old favorites, these 17 shows are must-see TV for LGBT viewers this winter.
January 14, 2015
The Advocate's 27 Favorite Films of Outfest 2014
This year's Outfest features more than 150 films. The Advocate has chosen 27 of our favorites.
July 7, 2014
Inauguration 2013: A Ceremony and a Celebration
The first president of the United States to support marriage equality takes the oath for his second term.
January 21, 2013