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D.C. man convicted of shooting transgender woman after sex act

Jerry Tyree was found guilty of aggravated assault while armed and several other charges.

D.C. police consider hate crimes charges for suspect arrested after second vandalism attack on Little Gay Pub

The popular LGBTQ+ venue’s decor supporting Vice President Kamala Harris’s 2024 election campaign was destroyed twice.

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Little Gay Pub in D.C. vandalized over support for Kamala Harris for president

The co-owners say they are undeterred by the damage and will replace the exterior decorations.

Inside the massive protest against Project 2025 and anti-trans laws coming to D.C. (exclusive)

A renowned organizer for the upcoming Gender Liberation March tells The Advocate how you can attend — and why you should.

Thousands will march for trans visibility in D.C. Saturday

The National Trans Visibility March will highlight the need for illumination, education, and advocacy for transgender people.

Gay couple severely beaten by Shake Shack employees after kissing, video appears to show

Christian Dingus and his partner were at a Shake Shack late Saturday when their innocent display of affection sparked a physical confrontation.

From player to broadcaster, meet the queer Black soccer pro breaking down the Washington Spirit

Former NWSL Washington Spirit player Gaby Vincent tells The Advocate about her "full circle moment" becoming a broadcaster for the team.

Smithsonian responds after report of ending long-held drag shows following Republican angst (exclusive)

Reports found drag shows disappeared from the Smithsonian's calendar after institution leader Lonnie Bunch told House Republicans he'd "look into" them. Here's what really happened.

Investigation launched after man screams homophobic slurs at queer couples on D.C. metro

A queer woman has spoken out on social about an incident on a D.C. train where a man "SCREAMED" at a small child "for having two dads."

Florida gay adult film star and Proud Boy sentenced over January 6 insurrection

Steven Miles, also known as Sergeant Miles, punched a police officer and entered the Capitol through a broken window, the Department of Justice said.

Man Who Attacked Lesbian Lawmaker Angie Craig Gets 27-Month Prison Sentence

The sentence was 12 months less than that requested by prosecutors, but the man will also serve 36 months of supervised release.

Chasten Buttigieg Slams Republicans in Emotional Reaction to Question About Book Bans

While he was speaking with CBS News correspondent David Begnaud at the National Book Festival, Buttigieg reflected on the political motivation behind Republican book bans.

Carmen Xtravaganza, Paris Is Burning Star and Ballroom Icon, Dies at 62

Her House announced Carmen Xtravaganza's passing on Friday.

Lilli Vincenz, LGBTQ+ Activist and Filmmaker, Dies at 85

Vincenz participated in and documented many events in the LGBTQ+ rights movement.

Pride Month Organizers Confident in Security Despite Far-Right Threats

Representatives for major Pride organizations across the country encourage people to come out and celebrate in a safe and affirming environment.

Nancy Pelosi Throws First Pitch at Washington Nationals' Pride Night

The former speaker was honored at the team's "Night OUT" event.

Trans Youth Rebel Against GOP Attacks at D.C. Prom

The attendees included a Mississippi trans girl who wasn't allowed to wear a dress to her graduation.

Arrest Made in Death of Maryland Trans Woman Tasiyah 'Siyah' Woodland

Darryl Carlton Parks Jr. faces charges that include first- and second-degree murder.

Drag Queen Confronts Anti-LGBTQ+ Protesters Outside D.C. Drag Brunch

The protesters were not expecting a drag queen to challenge them, but she did.

Man Accused of Writing 'Groomer' on Libraries Faces Child Porn Charges

Police say they discovered child pornography on Charles Sutherland's computer. Sutherland allegedly wrote the anti-LGBTQ+ slur 'groomer' on library doors in Maryland.

Watch George Santos's Cringy Interview With Piers Morgan

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