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Trans woman sues Cigna for medical coverage

A Philadelphia transgender woman says she was unfairly denied coverage for trans-related medical services by Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company. On Dec. 31, “Jane...

Date set for Rue Landau’s Trump Preparedness Hearing

Councilmember Rue Landau’s Trump Preparedness Hearing is set for Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at 10 a.m. in Room 400 of Philadelphia City Hall, with...

Opponents of 76 Place arena have won — but they won’t forget the fight or who fought with them

“This is a curveball that none of us saw coming,” said Mayor Cherelle Parker at a press conference on Jan. 13, where it was...

Friends and loved ones remember Thom Cardwell, founder of qFLIX

“How would you like to die?” asked Josh Middleton during a 2013 Philadelphia Magazine interview with Thom Cardwell — a man who preferred to...

Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus: Reflecting on the Past, Singing for the Future

Taking over after a 20-year tenure is no small task, but Michael Semancik seems to be thriving in his new role as Interim Artistic...

Philadelphia Museum of Art will hold gender sensitivity training for its workers

The Philadelphia Museum of Art will hold gender sensitivity training for its front-line staff and contractors throughout January, after a guest complained of mistreatment...

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‘Fallawayinto: Corridors of Rememory’ celebrates Black trans survival

The history of theater is replete with playwrights who have taken inspiration from compelling family histories or the remarkable stories of exceptional family members....

Tyler Pirrung brings Bob Mackie to life in ‘The Cher Show’

Across her seven decades in show business, Cher has worn many hats — and even more outlandish, eye-catching costumes. She’s been a singer, an...

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The new battle against DEI

A new battle against DEI — diversity, equity and inclusion in hiring practices — is under attack in the U.S. and LGBTQ+ people are...

Celebrating LGBTQ+ achievements on Capitol Hill

As the pro-LGBTQ+ Biden administration winds down and the LGBTQ+ community prepares for battle with an incoming Trump presidency that has pledged a myriad...

What to expect from Donald Trump in 2025

Throughout the 2024 campaign, Donald Trump made numerous promises and promoted a series of often contradictory messages about what a second Trump term would...

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What are the PGN staff’s goals for the New Year?

As the New Year approaches, the Philadelphia Gay News (PGN) staff shares their goals for 2025, reflecting a mix of personal growth, community support...

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Friends and loved ones remember Thom Cardwell, founder of qFLIX

“How would you like to die?” asked Josh Middleton during a 2013 Philadelphia Magazine interview with Thom Cardwell — a man who preferred to...

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Ocean Casino Resort, Atlantic City: A Romantic Getaway Down the Shore

As someone who grew up in Florida, I never got to experience Philly’s “down the shore” culture, but after living here for the past...