Paris 2024 official: Opening ceremony showed community tolerance despite furor

Paris organizers defended the Olympics opening ceremony on Sunday amid backlash over the apparent mocking of The Last Supper during the performance.

Man convicted of setting 2 southeastern Arizona churches on fire

Federal officials say the man, Eric Ridenour, had a problem with some church's practice of having 'women and members of the LGBTQ community serve in church leadership roles'

Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex

Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.

A look inside 3G Vintage
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Pride Month is almost over, but shopping LGBTQ-owned businesses can be done year-round. 3G Vintage, located near 15th and Grand Avenues, is an LGBTQ-and-woman-owned business specializing in nostalgia. FOX 10 photojournalist Jesus Fadel takes us back in time to a not so far out place right here in the Valley.

History of the rainbow Pride flag

The rainbow pride flag, created by Gilbert Baker in 1978, symbolizes LGBTQ+ pride, diversity, and acceptance, evolving over time with variations like the Progress Pride Flag to represent broader inclusivity, especially as millions celebrate Pride Month globally.

San Francisco 1st major city to offer 'sanctuary' for transgender people

In a unanimous vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors declared the city a sanctuary city for people who are transgender, gender non-conforming, intersex, and Two Spirt, a Pan-Indian term describing people who are neither male nor female. 

Bill would rename Christopher Street-Sheridan Square subway stop after Stonewall

A Manhattan subway station would be renamed to commemorate the Stonewall riots that galvanized the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, under a new bill approved by state lawmakers.

Idaho drag performer awarded $1.1 million in defamation suit against far-right blogger

An Idaho drag performer was awarded more than $1.1 million in a defamation suit after a far-right blogger falsely accused the performer of exposing himself in the presence of children.

What's changed after 20 years of same-sex marriage in the US

It's been 20 years since Massachusetts issued the first state-sanctioned same-sex marriage licenses in the United States.

Maryland parents must accept LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, appeals court decides

Maryland's largest public school system does not have to allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons involving LGBTQ themes, according to a federal appeals court ruling on Wednesday.

FBI, DHS warn of increased terrorist threat to LGBTQIA+ events ahead of Pride Month

The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are warning Americans about the threat of foreign terrorist organizations targeting LGBTQIA+-related events and venues as Pride Month kicks off in June.

Target changes Pride merch strategy
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Target announced it will feature items in certain stores during Pride Month in June. It will provide adult apparel, home goods, food and beverages in stores chosen based on historical sales performance and on its website. Some products last year prompted a significant backlash, leading to the relocation of products in many stores.

Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds

On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.

Target pulls back on Pride-themed merchandise after last year's backlash

According to an emailed statement obtained by the Associated Press, Target is reducing its in-store availability of Pride-themed merchandise due to previous backlash, making this decision based on "guest insights and consumer research."

New NAIA policy significantly restricts transgender athletes from women’s sports

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has implemented a policy effectively barring transgender athletes from participating in women's sports.

Death of Nex Benedict, Oklahoma student, prompts vigils across the country

The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.

Advocates speak on AZ nondiscrimination act
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Advocates for the LGBTQ+ community spoke at the Arizona State Capitol on Jan. 18 in support of House Bill 2625, the Statewide Non-discrimination Act that was introduced in the state legislature.