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Madonna's brother Christopher Ciccone dies at 63

Beyond his career as an artist and designer, Christopher Ciccone also worked as a creative director for his sister, Madonna, in the 1990s.

Gay Okla. Couple Legally Married by Native American Tribe

Even though Oklahoma forbids same-sex marriage, members of Native American tribes are not beholden to state law.

Some Clinton Backers Won't Go Quietly at Convention

Still sore from an epic primary battle, some of Hillary Rodham Clinton's supporters aren't buying the unity theme planned for the Democratic National Convention. They weren't mollified when nominee-in-waiting Barack Obama gave prime-time speaking slots to Clinton and her husband, the former president. Instead, they're itching for a fight and plan to wage one in Denver.

WATCH: Who Won Our National Queer Comedy Search?

The final round of eight comedians competed in Chicago this week at "Stand Out: The National Queer Comedy Search." Maggie Faris, Casey Ley and Dana Goldberg took home the top prizes.

Transgender Delegation Makes DNC Especially Historic

The 2012 Democratic National Convention boasted the largest number of transgender delegates ever.

Katie Sowers Will Be First Woman, First LGBTQ Coach in Super Bowl

The offensive assistant with the San Francisco 49ers is making history.

LGBTQ Activists Making Final Push for Pro-Equality Votes

As the midterms approach, organizers are working tirelessly in key states.

Florida's Marriage Amendment Battle Sure To Be A Squeaker

Polls show Florida's gay marriage ban is just shy of the 60% support needed to pass, but the state's complicated demographics make the outcome of the vote anyone's guess. One thing is certain: Amendment 2's sweeping nature would affect far more people than the gays and lesbians it's targeting.

Will These Lawmakers Support a Trans-Inclusive ENDA?

After calling out the remaining House Democrats who haven't cosponsored ENDA, Freedom to Work is now setting its sights on five House Republicans -- including a former vice-presidential candidate.

LGBTQ Centers Band Together, Urge Congress to Up Financial Support

Over 160 LGBTQ centers are asking leaders not to forget the nearly 40,000 people they serve each month. 

42 Sports Figures Back Marriage Equality in Court Brief

The sports figures argue that legalizing marriage equality will give a bigger opportunity for professional athletes to feel comfortable coming out.

WATCH AND VOTE: Who Is The Next Great Queer Comedian?

Comedians have sent us their funniest bits, and now we're ready for your votes.

35 transgender and nonbinary people who died by violence in 2023

The epidemic of fatal violence against transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming people continues.

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Recap: Election Day 2024 coverage of LGBTQ+ issues

Vice President Kamala Harris, an LGBTQ+ champion, faced former President Donald Trump in the presidential election. Hundreds of LGBTQ+ people also ran for office on the federal, state, and local levels. Here's reporting from The Advocate's team of reporters across the country, including in D.C. with Harris.

Who's Next? The Marriage Equality Waiting Room

Which states will be the next to institute marriage equality -- and just how will it happen?

Discover the 30 Most LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges and Universities in the U.S.

Were you surprised by any colleges or universities on the list?

The Year in Queer

A month-by-month breakdown of the important LGBT news events of 2008.

Full Tilt Boogie Angela

This week's Project Runway was brought to you by the Empire State Building and the letter b for boring

LGBTQ Politicians Weigh in on the Meaning of Milk

Forty years after his assassination, Harvey Milk's political children discuss the slain supervisor's legacy.

This Year’s Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Who’s Who

The 2015 Trans100 list includes activists, journalists, academics, and sex workers.