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Ness Star holds the Trans Flag at the 2022 Transgender Day of Visibility event at Marsha P. Johnson State Park.

Events

Transgender Day of Visibility events in New York City

By Matt Tracy

Grindr's "Right Now" feature is now available in New York City and more than a dozen other cities.

News

Grindr introduces ‘Right Now’ feature in NYC and 14 other cities

By Matt Tracy

Members of both the US Senate and House of Representatives are voicing concern over reports that the Trump administration is slashing HIV/AIDS funding and programs.

Health

More than 100 lawmakers warn Trump against gutting HIV/AIDS prevention services

By Matt Tracy

Crowds line the streets at NYC Pride in 2024.

Health

Report shows LGBTQ New Yorkers face mental health disparities

By Matt Tracy

A Pride event at Yeshiva University in 2019.

After years-long legal fight, Yeshiva University recognizes LGBTQ club

By Matt Tracy

Standing up for the healthcare rights of trans youth.

Health

Dozens of New York groups call on state to create $50 million contingency fund for gender-affirming care

By Matt Tracy

Barracuda, known for its long-running "Star Search" drag show, first opened in 1995.

Barracuda closing down after three decades

By Matt Tracy

Ana Reyes, the judge who ruled against the Trump administration's ban on trans troops, testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 22, 2022.

Legal

‘Soaked in animus’: Judge blocks Trump’s ban on transgender troops

By Matt Tracy

A sign marks the headquarters of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 20, 2025.

Health

Department of Veteran Affairs bans gender-affirming care for trans vets

By Matt Tracy

Pete Buttigieg won't run for office in Michigan, but his name remains in the mix for the 2028 presidential race.

Politics

Pete Buttigieg says he won’t run for office in Michigan

By Matt Tracy

Bayard Rustin lived in the same apartment in Chelsea from 1962 until his death in 1987.

National Park Service claims error after partially scrubbing page about Bayard Rustin

By Matt Tracy

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Pride

DC prepares to host WorldPride May 17-June 8

By Matt Tracy

A sign pays tribute to Marsha P. Johnson.

National

National Park Service removes pages about Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera

By Matt Tracy

Sam Nordquist was 24 years old.

Crime

Sam Nordquist’s alleged killers accused of forcing children to torture him

By Matt Tracy

Rev. Liz Edman observes Ash Wednesday.

At Stonewall, ‘Resistance Rangers’ condemn Trump cuts and LGBTQ-affirming Christians observe Ash Wednesday

By Matt Tracy

Players compete in the New York Gay Football League.

Sports

Two decades on, New York Gay Football League maintains inclusive space for LGBTQ athletes

By Matt Tracy

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