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Wyoming bill could take trans kids from parents

House Bill 156 would define gender-affirming care to be "not in the best interest" of youth in the state. The bill affects guardianships, custody fights, and child protective services.

Texas Family Services in Turmoil Over Gender-Affirming Care Probes

Texas GOP Gov. Greg Abbott issued a directive ordering child protective services to investigate parents who allow their trans children access to gender-affirming care, calling such care "child abuse."

Annette Bening Calls Transphobia 'Shameful' and 'Hurtful'

At a recent GLSEN event, Bening, the mother of a trans son, warned, "You do not want to make this mama mad."

Fatal Crash of Lesbian Moms and Six Foster Kids Spurs Investigation

The two moms and three kids died in a crash off the coast of California. But three of the kids, including Devonte Hart, whose photo went viral during a protest in 2014, are missing. 

What states are the most dangerous for LGBTQ+ people? Here are the worst 15

A lot of states are passing laws that target the LGBTQ+ community — but these 15 are the absolute worst.

Body of Missing Child Found After Mother Drove Family Off Cliff

Authorities identified a body found in the ocean as one of the children missing since one of their mothers drove the family SUV over a cliff in California in March. 

New Doc Explores Fatal Crash of Lesbian Moms and Their Foster Kids

Thread of Deceit: The Hart Family Tragedy delves into 2018 crash in which the mother of a family of eight was presumed to have driven their car off a cliff. 

How a Texas Gay Couple's Fight Against Discrimination Led to Uncovering a Criminal Scheme

A gay couple’s fight against bigotry unravels a hefty embezzlement plot, spotlighting a darker reality.

Court Rules Against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's Anti-Trans Investigations

Trans-supportive parents have been targeted by Texas child protective services for allowing their children to access gender-affirming care since Abbott issued an order in February.

LGBTQ+ Americans Are in 'State of Emergency,' Declares Human Rights Campaign

In a time of unprecedented legislative attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, the civil rights group is offering resources for fighting back.

Three Arrested Over Shaving 'Gay' into Boy’s Head in Viral Video

The three adults were charged with cruelty to children. One of the three was charged additionally with family violence. 

The Deadly Consequences of Texas' New Bill

Kristopher Sharp, an out survivor of the foster care system in Texas, says a new Lone Star law places bigotry over kids' lives.

HIV Skeptic Christine Maggiore Dead at 52

The HIV-positive activist spent her life convinced that HIV does not cause AIDS.

Washington Governor Signs Bill Protecting Transgender Kids from Estranged Parents

The law involves children who are housed at host homes.

Owners of Russian Kids' Show Face Prison Time for Featuring a Gay Man

The 21-year-old gay man is receiving death threats, and parents of the kids involved are facing scrutiny from child protection services.

Texas Officials Accuse Mother of Trans Daughter of Abuse

Parents of Luna Younger have been engaged in bitter court battle, but a jury delivered the mother a victory.

Texas Judge Blocks Probes of Trans Kids' Supportive Parents Statewide

The judge had previously issued a temporary block only for the family that brought a lawsuit against a policy that claimed gender-affirming care is child abuse.

Report: Couple Refuses Deal in Torture Case

A mother and boyfriend charged with the torture and murder of an 8-year-old boy were reportedly offered a plea deal.

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Idaho's anti-trans law could impede investigation of child sexual assault

The law, which went into effect July 1, prevents minors from getting any type of health care without parental consent.

Lesbian Couple's Foster Daughter ID'd in Car Crash Murder/Suicide

Jennifer Hart drove her wife and foster kids into the Pacific Ocean last year. Now only one child's remains are unaccounted for.