Panel discussion celebrates Philly Black Trans History
In honor of Black History Month, members of the city’s black trans community gathered to host a panel discussion on their struggles and triumphs....
Four more testify on day two of Knott trial
New details about the events of Sept. 11, 2014, emerged Friday on the second day of Kathryn Knott's gay-bashing trial, a day marked by...
Israeli LGBT officials bring work to Philly
The Consulate General of Israel to the Mid-Atlantic Region hosted Israel’s leading LGBT-equality organization in Philadelphia last week. Two representatives of...
Dyke March gears up for growth
The annual Philadelphia Dyke March will step off at 4 p. m. June 12 from Kahn Park, 11th and Pine streets, with an...
Trans activist Janet Mock brings message to Philly
In the last few years, Janet Mock has become one of the nation’s most visible and outspoken advocates and activists for transgender communities, and...
New Hampshire OKs marriage equality
New Hampshire became the sixth state in the nation last week to legalize same-sex marriage, after its legislature agreed to expand religious protections contained...
Federal lawsuit challenges DOMA
BOSTON — Gay-rights activists are suing the U. S. government, claiming a federal act that forbids recognition of gay marriage is unconstitutional because...
PA OUT FOR MARRIAGE
More than 150 marriage-equality rallies were held across the nation in the past week, including four in Pennsylvania.
Council to consider new tax-collection methods for nonprofit organizations
Councilman Bill Green recently introduced a bill that would allow the city to collect taxes from nonprofit organizations that are involved in commercial activity...
Local Boy Scouts council target of three lawsuits
The Boy Scouts of America Cradle of Liberty Council — the target of a lawsuit eight years ago because it refused to vacate a...
Gayborhood salon provides makeovers for job-readiness
Three women last month received makeovers at a Gayborhood salon to boost their confidence in the workplace. To celebrate 10...
SPIRITUAL NOURISHMENT
The Rev. Chris Glaser (right) leads the buffet line during the Interfaith Breakfast at the William Way LGBT Community Center on Feb....
LGBT state employees recall Gov. Shapp’s original nondiscrimination order at anniversary...
In 1976, Marilyn Hewitt hadn’t yet come out as a lesbian to her parents or sisters, much less colleagues at work with the Commonwealth...
Record crowds celebrate Pride in Philly
Last Sunday’s Pride was one for the history books. Philly Pride Presents executive director Franny Price said more than 16,000 people...
Inauguration rev. draws ire
The LGBT and ally communities, who were some of President-elect Barack Obama’s most outspoken advocates over the past few months, were just as loud...
Michelle Obama addresses PA Conference for Women
More than 12,000 people attended the sold-out Pennsylvania Conference for Women, which included a highly anticipated conversation between former first lady Michelle Obama...
News Briefing: May 19-25, 2017
BBWC to fundraiser at WWCC The Black & Brown Workers Collective is organizing a bake sale next week to raise funds for its social-justice...
Rep. to introduce first-ever trans bill
A state legislator plans to introduce the first-ever legislation to specifically tackle issues affecting the transgender community. State Rep. Mark Cohen...
No trial date yet for alleged gay bashers
A trial date has yet to be set for the three people accused of attacking a gay couple in Center City this past fall. ...
Philadelphia FIGHT to host 11th-annual World AIDS Day Prayer Breakfast
Health services organization Philadelphia FIGHT will hold its 11th-annual World AIDS Day Prayer Breakfast on Nov. 30.
About 300 people from the city’s various faith...
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