Milano’s killer continues pursuit for freedom
Frank R. Chester, who’s convicted of the grisly murder of Anthony V. Milano almost 30 years ago, is continuing his quest for freedom. ...
Hate crimes, trans and conversion-therapy bills intro’d
Legislators in Harrisburg have begun delivering on promises to introduce LGBT-inclusive legislation this session, including bills to combat hate crimes and conversion therapy and...
Sick-leave bill becomes law
City Council on Thursday passed a bill mandating paid sick leave for many Philadelphia workers and, after vetoing two previous incarnations of the legislation, Mayor...
Havana-themed casino night turns up the heat
Escape to the warm Latin vibes of Havana for a night of high-stakes dice rolling and card playing — right here in Philly. ...
Fundraising party makes winter appearance
William Way’s anticipated party for a cause will transport you to the Arctic Circle for a dance-filled night of entertainment at one of Philly’s...
Exclusive: Mazzoni to make big move
Huge changes are coming to Mazzoni Center in the next two years: The LGBT health and wellness facility plans to consolidate its locations, move...
NJ judge: Conversion therapy is fraud
The Southern Poverty Law Center claimed another win this week in its ongoing lawsuit against a New Jersey-based antigay conversion-therapy organization. Superior...
Local lesbian couple looks to win dream wedding
A lesbian couple from Asbury Park is looking for the LGBT community’s votes to help make their dream wedding come true. ...
Urban Outfitters under fire for tapestry design
Philadelphia-based retailer Urban Outfitters is again making headlines for a controversial product. This time, the store is under fire for a wall...
Coworker arrested for murder of N. Philly lesbian
The search to find the man responsible for killing a North Philadelphia lesbian woman in broad daylight last month has ended. Randolph Sanders, a...
Judges uphold convictions in Milano case
A three-judge panel of the Third Circuit Court of Appeals last week upheld all current convictions against Frank R. Chester, who murdered Anthony V....
State paid $1.5 mil for Whitewood legal fees
State officials paid $1.5 million in compensation for legal fees and costs incurred by plaintiffs in the Whitewood case, it was disclosed this week....
Casey re-intros anti-bullying bill
Pennsylvania U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D) last week re-introduced anti-bullying legislation that includes protections for LGBT students. Casey, along with co-prime...
D.A.’s Office withheld key Morris document from city agency
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office withheld from the Police Advisory Commission a key document pertaining to the Nizah Morris incident, it was disclosed last...
Lib City elects new board members, addresses hate crimes
Philadelphia’s LGBT Democratic club held its annual meeting last week at the William Way LGBT Community Center, at which its members elected new board...
Cohen announces run for City Council
After a close but unsuccessful campaign in 2011, a Philadelphia native with family ties to City Council and the state legislature will make another...
Oral arguments held in cop case
The city has requested the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by N. Melville Jones, a gay police officer who alleges pervasive anti-LGBT workplace bias....
Alleged gay bashers back in court
The trio accused of attacking a gay couple this fall were back in court Thursday. Kathryn Knott, Kevin Harrigan and Philip...
Back in black (leather)
Buckle up, Philly. After being locked away someplace dark for the last few years, the Mr. and Mrs. Philadelphia Leather Contest is ready to...
Two bachelor auctions to find your Valentine
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and two local venues are hosting bachelor auctions to help singles mingle — and raise funds for two LGBT-related...
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