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Matt Tracy is Gay City News’ editor-in-chief.

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Suspect Charged in Muhlaysia Booker’s Slaying|Suspect Charged in Muhlaysia Booker’s Slaying
Crime

Suspect Charged in Muhlaysia Booker’s Slaying

BY MATT TRACY
NYPD Loosens Enforcement of Loitering Law
Legal

NYPD Loosens Enforcement of Loitering Law

BY MATT TRACY
Manhattan Gay Couple’s Anniversary Ends in Tragedy|Manhattan Gay Couple’s Anniversary Ends in Tragedy
Crime

Manhattan Gay Couple’s Anniversary Ends in Tragedy

BY MATT TRACY
There has been an increase in hate-driven incidents in recent years, according to an FBI report.
New York City

Pulse Vigil Planned at Stonewall Inn Tonight

BY MATT TRACY
Questions Abound After Trans Woman’s Death at Rikers|Questions Abound After Trans Woman’s Death at Rikers
Legal

Questions Abound After Trans Woman’s Death at Rikers

BY MATT TRACY
Advocates for sex work decriminalization gathered in June of 2019 in a State Assembly hearing room downtown to present a comprehensive legislative proposal.
Legal

Advocates, Lawmakers Unveil Sex Work Decrim Bill

BY MATT TRACY
Late Scramble to Pass Gestational Surrogacy|Late Scramble to Pass Gestational Surrogacy|Late Scramble to Pass Gestational Surrogacy
Politics

Late Scramble to Pass Gestational Surrogacy

BY MATT TRACY
Boston’s “Straight Pride” Organizer Sounds Off|Boston’s “Straight Pride” Organizer Sounds Off
National

Boston’s “Straight Pride” Organizer Sounds Off

BY MATT TRACY
Bigots Protest Drag Queen Story Hour in Brooklyn|Bigots Protest Drag Queen Story Hour in Brooklyn
New York City

Bigots Protest Drag Queen Story Hour in Brooklyn

BY MATT TRACY
Trans Vets Rip Trump’s Comments on Military Ban
Politics

Trans Vets Rip Trump’s Comments on Military Ban

BY MATT TRACY
Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?|Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?|Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?|Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?|Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?|Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?|Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?
Pride

Are You Ready for WorldPride Yet?

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Black Trans Woman Found Dead in Dallas Lake
Crime

Black Trans Woman Found Dead in Dallas Lake

BY MATT TRACY
Another Trans Woman Dies After ICE Custody Stint
International

Another Trans Woman Dies After ICE Custody Stint

BY MATT TRACY
LGBT Center Unveils Virtual Stonewall Monument|LGBT Center Unveils Virtual Stonewall Monument|LGBT Center Unveils Virtual Stonewall Monument
Pride

LGBT Center Unveils Virtual Stonewall Monument

BY MATT TRACY
Therapy Temporarily Closes
New York City

Therapy Temporarily Closes

BY MATT TRACY
Rainbow Flags Burned at Harlem Gay Bar
Crime

Rainbow Flags Burned at Harlem Gay Bar

BY MATT TRACY
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After being heavily mocked online by Sta
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Revenge of the Soy Boy
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Join The Neighborhood for the second ann
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Trans+ Passover Seder
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OUT/PLAY has announced the New York City
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The Homosexuals
The Studio Theater at 520 8th Ave

Active Aging Workshops at the Ailey Stud
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Active Aging Workshops
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Introducing Open Mic Nights at Housing W
Tomorrow, 5 pm

Open Mic Tuesdays at Housing Works Bookstore & Cafe
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Queer Trivia Extravaganza @ Good Judy
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April 8, 7:30 pm

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Arts

  • "The Stranger," directed by François Ozon, opened April 3 at the Angelika and Film at Lincoln Center. In ‘The Stranger,’ gay director François Ozon adapts a classic French novel
  • "The Blue Trail," directed by Gabriel Mascaro, opened at Angelika Film Center April 3. Q&A: Director Gabriel Mascaro on dystopian drama ‘The Blue Trail’
  • An angel stands at the edge of the East River against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. Angelic portraits explore the tender side of the male form at NYC’s queer landmarks
  • Arkanoii Dante Guzman with their work, entitled, “Dissection of my Reflections." The Center hosts Transgender Day of Visibility art exhibition
  • New Directors/New Films will showcase out gay actor and writer John Early’s arch feature directorial debut, “Maddie’s Secret” Several queer films set to screen at 55th annual New Directors/‌New Films festival

Crime

  • Aljo Mrkulic was sentenced for murdering Christopher Rodriguez, assaulting cops, and setting an apartment ablaze in 2020 at the Acacia Gardens affordable housing complex, which is located at 409 E. 120th St. in Harlem. Queens man sentenced for killing partner, assaulting cops in 2020 arson case
  • Bomb threats, sent via email, targeted the New York University campus on the morning of Jan. 22, the school announced. Anti-LGBTQ bomb threats target NYU, prompting NYPD to increase security
  • The person suspected of voicing anti-LGBTQ slurs and attacking an individual on a 6 train on Jan. 10. Man suffers anti-LGBTQ subway attack after kissing trans partner: police
  • Police tape surrounds a vehicle after its driver was shot by a U.S. immigration agent, according to local and federal officials, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S., January 7, 2026. ‘They killed my wife’: Outrage follows fatal ICE shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis
  • Report details allegations of police harassment against LGBTQ New Yorkers

Perspectives

  • Andy Humm and Ruth Messinger in the aftermath of the passage of New York City's gay rights bill. Forty years since New Yorkers won gay rights, the fight for justice is more urgent than ever
  • Katie Blum is underscoring the importance of funding to make sure New York's legal system respects transgender individuals when they seek to align their legal documents with their gender identity. Access to justice is essential for transgender New Yorkers — and it depends on the IOLA Fund 
  • From L to R: Michael-Vincent Crea, Thomas O’Grady, Michael Kane, Caitlin Herrity, Jack Schlossberg, Clover Welsh, Layla Law Gisiko, David Warren, Brendan Fay, Dr. John Lahey, Aaron Pesin, Abby Donley, Nicholas Dodd, Sheila and Meghan Brophy on Fifth Avenue. Lavender and Green Alliance celebrates 10 years in NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
  • The Harlem United team on National HIV Testing Day in 2025. Confronting the unequal burden of HIV and AIDS on women of color: Equity cannot wait
  • Bringing awareness to the nationwide attacks on trans youth. In dangerous waters, LGBTQ youth need our support now

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