Wisconsin Police Department Fully Embraces Transgender Officer
DJ Gauthier’s colleagues have welcomed him with open arms.
August 8, 2023
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Cyndi Lauper named Lifetime Ally Icon for WeHo Pride
The performer and activist is the first to receive that honor.
April 3, 2024
Second Openly Gay Member Welcomed in Washington State Senate
Joe McDermott, a Seattle Democrat, was appointed to the Washington state senate on October 15, making him that body's second openly gay member.
October 24, 2007
'A Star Is Born' Billboard Has Become a Gay Lady Gaga Meme
The Ally billboard is the newest gift Mother Monster has bestowed on the LGBTQ community.
October 11, 2018
Actor Wilson Cruz Joins GLAAD
Cruz will serve as the organization's chief giving officer.
September 4, 2012
Republicans Block Ban on Conversion Therapy in Wisconsin
It's the second time Republicans prevented the ban from taking effect.
January 13, 2023
Republican Lawmakers Vote (Again) to Allow Conversion Therapy
While opponents say the issue is about protecting LGBTQ+ youth, Wisconsin Republicans claim they are fighting a bureaucratic turf war.
March 15, 2023
Niecy Nash-Betts, Out100 Icon of the Year, talks visibility, marriage equality, and more
The Advocate's sister publication honors Nash-Betts for her talent and activism.
October 14, 2025
Kamala Harris rides wave of Democratic energy at kickoff event in Wisconsin
“Let’s also make no mistake: this campaign is not just about us versus Donald Trump. This campaign is about who we fight for,” Harris said.
July 23, 2024
WATCH: Donors Help LGBT Youth Center After Sandy
Spurred on by Ally Sheedy and others, donations have been rolling in to the Ali Forney Center after Hurricane Sandy devastated its West Chelsea drop-in center, but more money is needed.
November 16, 2012
Efforts intensify to end gay soldier ban
Critics of the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy are gaining new allies, including a few conservative congressmen and a West Point professor, as they press on multiple fronts to overturn the ban on out-of-the-closet gays and lesbians in the armed forces.
June 15, 2005
Kamala Harris's husband learned about Biden dropping out while with his gay friends
The noted ally was with some friends getting coffee when the news broke.
July 28, 2024
Four Grooms, Two Divas, and One Weekend
Legendary comedian Joan Rivers and civil rights attorney Gloria Allred both officiated same-sex weddings last weekend, in New York City and West Hollywood, respectively.
August 21, 2014
How a parade invite became a fight for LGBTQ+ visibility in Appalachia
Amidst the vibrant traditions of the West Virginia Strawberry Festival, a storm brews as Mr. Gay West Virginia United States faces fierce backlash for simply existing.
July 1, 2025
Op-ed: My First Grand Marshal Experience and the Meaning of LGBT Pride
Being Key West's grand marshal gave Rob Smith a new perspective on small-town America.
June 25, 2014
Making a Case for Allies Among the LGBTQ Spectrum
Embracing a common term that resonates and does not threaten should be a priority, say Andy Cramer and Al Farmer.
June 16, 2017
How Conservative Politicians Are Scapegoating Trans Athletes
A slew of hateful legislation takes aim at athletes only seeking to compete.
August 3, 2021
Toxic Republican Loses in West Virginia, But Winner's Anti-LGBT
Don Blankenship won't be the state's Republican Senate nominee, but its anti-LGBT attorney general will.
May 8, 2018
Oregon High Schoolers Protest Chick-fil-A, Anti-LGBTQ Harassment
Students at West Linn High School say there have been several anti-LGBTQ incidents, plus they don't want a Chick-fil-A truck at football games.
November 15, 2019