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US President Donald Trump uses a gavel after signing the sweeping spending and tax legislation, known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 4, 2025.

Politics

Anti-trans provisions scrapped from Trump’s massive bill

By Matt Tracy

Justin Sanchez (R) celebrating at Zona de Cuba in the South Bronx after taking a commanding lead in the Democratic primary for City Council District 17 on June 24, 2025.

Politics

Former Stonewall Democratic Club president Justin Sanchez wins Bronx Council race

By Sadie Brown

gender affirming care

Bronx Times

‘Scary and Depressing’: Bronx LGBTQ+ community reacts to SCOTUS ruling on gender affirming care

State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal claimed victory in the Democratic primary for Manhattan borough president on June 24, 2025.

Politics

Hoylman-Sigal leads strong night for LGBTQ candidates in New York City

By Matt Tracy

Brad Hoylman-Sigal wins Democratic nomination for Manhattan borough president

AMNY

2025 Elections: Brad Hoylman-Sigal appears to win Democratic nomination for Manhattan borough president, and make history

rendering of casino in Times Square

AMNY

EXCLUSIVE | Caesars Palace pledges $5M investment in community sexual health center if Times Square casino bid approved

Politics

Mayor Eric Adams on NYC Pride, his LGBTQ record, gender-affirming care, and more

By Matt Tracy

Andrew Cuomo

AMNY

Leading mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo on how he would handle immigration, Trump, housing crisis

Democratic mayoral candidates Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani present arguments as Whitney Tilson and Michael Blake look on during a Democratic mayoral primary debate, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in New York.

Politics

Mayoral poll shows Mamdani and Cuomo leading among LGBTQ voters in Democratic primary

By Matt Tracy

State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal.

Politics

LGBTQ candidates competing in primary election contests in NYC

By Matt Tracy

Former Assemblymember Michael Blake, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, and Comptroller Brad Lander participate in a mayoral forum at Red Eye NY on May 31, 2025.

Politics

Six mayoral candidates talk LGBTQ issues at Red Eye NY forum

By Matt Tracy

Former Rep. George Santos, who was convicted of felony charges of aggravated identity theft and wire fraud, said he will no longer be seeking a presidential pardon.

LI Press

Ex-Rep. George Santos says he no longer seeks presidential pardon

Advocates gather at City Hall on May 22 to seek millions in funding in the city budget to support trans New Yorkers.

Politics

Advocates seek $35 million to support trans community in NYC budget

By Matt Tracy

The State Capitol building in Albany.

Politics

New York State Senate committee approves anti-trans sports bill

By Matt Tracy

Candidates speak during an LGBTQ mayoral forum at The Church of the Village on March 27.

Politics

LGBTQ Democratic clubs roll out primary endorsements for mayor and other races

By Matt Tracy

Former U.S. Rep George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison on April 25.

LI Press

Ex-Rep. George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison

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Steve Schirripa Garden of Laughs

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gazebo

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held to mark opening of new gazebo at Karol’s Urban Community Farm

The Honourable Olivia Babsy Grange, CD, MP, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Jamaica.

Jamaica Kingsmen join CPL

three buildings approved as new york city landmarks

New York City designates three buildings as historical landmarks for their ‘rich immigration history’