Republican running for N.C. schools superintendent falsely claims ‘+’ in LGBTQ+ includes pedophilia
The right-wing extremist is running to be in charge of public education in the state.
September 19, 2024
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Legal Effort Launched Against N.C.'s Hateful Law
The ACLU, Lambda Legal, and Equality NC are announcing a federal challenge to the legislation known as HB 2 on Monday.
March 27, 2016
Beyoncé Puts Anti-LGBT N.C. on Blast: Y'All Means All
The Lemonade singer is encouraging fans to join a local LGBT organization's effort to repeal HB 2.
May 4, 2016
Canceled Insurance Plans Reinstated for N.C. Same-Sex Couples
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina has reversed course after a glitch left multiple gay couples and their families without health insurance.
January 29, 2014
Pearl Jam Members Raise Voices Against N.C. Law, Cancel Show
"We must take a stand against prejudice," says a statement on the band's website.
April 18, 2016
North Carolina's 'don't say gay' law and anti-trans sports statute challenged by activists
The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, saying these statutes violate federal law.
February 1, 2024
North Carolina Republican Lawmakers Introduce 'Don't Say Gay' Bill
The bill would require school employees to potentially out students to their parents.
May 27, 2022
Miss. Couple Creates First Record of Same-Sex Marriage
The couple's registration of their New York marriage license doesn't mean Mississippi will recognize their union, but it's part of a push for marriage equality in Southern states.
March 25, 2014
5 Years After 'Bathroom Bill,' Charlotte Again OK's LGBTQ+ Rights Law
North Carolina's largest city approves nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ residents, without state backlash so far.
August 11, 2021
How Demi Lovato's Billboard Appearance Takes Aim at HB 2
Lovato sang her pop hit, "Cool For The Summer," while wearing a T-shirt that shows support for the transgender community.
May 23, 2016
Officials Who Refuse to Marry Gay Couples Want Legal Protection
Phil Berger, a Republican state Senator, plans to introduce legislation to allow officials to refuse to handle same-sex marriages if they have religious objections.
October 22, 2014
What's Wrong With North Carolina's 'Fix' to Transphobic HB 2?
Republican legislators are offering a Band-Aid approach to calm the North Carolina business community's panic over House Bill 2, but LGBT advocates aren't buying it.
June 29, 2016
N.C. Official Ready to Issue Same-Sex Marriage Licenses
A former mayor of Carrboro is ready to stand on the right side of history if he's elected to serve as the Register of Deeds in Orange County, North Carolina.
May 10, 2014
North Carolina to Host 2019 NBA All-Star Game
Charlotte became eligible to host the game after North Carolina passed a "compromise" bill that repealed House Bill 2.
May 24, 2017
In North Carolina, Democrat's Lead Over Antigay Governor Grows
Roy Cooper, who opposed the anti-LGBT bill Gov. Pat McCrory signed into law, is now leading by 7,500 votes.
November 18, 2016
North Carolina Governor Meets With LGBT Activists
Chad Griffin, Chris Sgro, and Candis Cox-Daniels urged Gov. McCrory to repeal the state's anti-LGBT law.
April 1, 2016
Illinois Business Leaders Make Plea for Marriage Equality
Business leaders including Laura Ricketts call for marriage equality.
January 14, 2013
What to Do If Unsure How to React to North Carolina
What does Mr. Manners think about the brewing boycott of North Carolina now that 61% of voters approved the same-sex marriage ban? Not too much.
May 21, 2012