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Judge Dismisses Challenge to Ohio School District's Trans-Inclusive Restroom Policy

There is not a constitutional right to "transgender-free restrooms," a federal judge ruled.

Opposing Marriage Equality Is a Sexual Orientation Now?

Meanwhile, the very existence of marriage equality is 'tyranny,' claims WND.com's Joseph Farah.

How President Cruz Will Save Bakers From the Gays

"Christian bakers and florists and wedding planners will be safe under a Ted Cruz presidency," promises a new plan from the Texas senator's religious liberty council. 

Homophobes Gorsuch, Thomas Wanted the Cake Shop Decision to Go Further

Read Justice Kennedy's ruling in the Masterpiece Cakeshop case and see how Justices Gorsuch and Thomas viewed the decision.

WATCH: This Kid Thinks SCOTUS Should Be in Time Out

Focus on the Family's latest temper tantrum over the arrival of nationwide marriage equality might be its most desperate yet.

WATCH: More Officials Like Kim Davis Would Be a Disaster

A county's clerk's job requirements are pretty simple -- and don't involve judging every person who walks through the door.

Right-Wingers: LGBTQ Protections Would Enable Weinstein-Style Abuse

A far-right group tells the Supreme Court that a ruling for LGBTQ rights would allow predators to make a claim of discrimination against their "orientation."

Trump Offers Yet Another 'License to Discriminate' Order

On the National Day of Prayer, he establishes a new faith-based initiative that's bound to be bad news for LGBT people.

Kim Davis Violated Same-Sex Couples' Rights, Judge Rules

The former clerk from Kentucky who refused to sign marriage certificates for same-sex couples may also be liable for damages.

Cincinnati Approves 'Ex-Gay' Therapy Ban

Amid public opposition, the city enacts the ban, which applies to state-licensed therapists operating within the city limits.

WATCH: Gay Colorado Lawmaker Tells Civil Union Opponents 'Get Thee to a Nunnery'

Openly gay Denver Democrat, Sen. Pat Steadman, relied on some Shakespearean rhetoric in testimony considering his legislation that would create civil unions in Colorado.

Original Intent of Indiana-Type Laws Has Been Warped

Originally, "Religious Freedom Restoration" acts were championed by liberal-leaning politicians and organizations.

Ga. Senate OK's Antigay 'Religious Freedom' Bill

Supporters of the legislation say it's necessary to protect the free expression of religion, while opponents contend the legislation is a thinly veiled attempt to legalize anti-LGBT discrimination.

Denver Archdiocese Sues to Deny LGBTQ+ Families Access to Preschool

While it certainly appears to be discriminatory, the group’s attorney says it’s not actually discrimination.

SCOTUS Could Rule in LGBTQ+ Rights Case as Early as Tuesday

The case revolves around whether a Catholic foster care agency contracting with the city of Philadelphia has to follow the city's antidiscrimination law.

HHS Rescinds Trump-Era Religious Exemption Practice

The department will revert back to examining potential exemptions on a case-by-case basis.

Mich. House Approves 'License to Discriminate'

Michigan's Religious Freedom Restoration Act is on its way to the State Senate after the House approved it Thursday on a party-line vote.

Supremes Won't Hear Antigay Photographer's Case

The court declined to consider the case of a photography business that claimed its refusal to serve a same-sex wedding was not discrimination but a legal exercise of religious freedom.

Is It Time to Renounce Your Catholic Faith?

The church's moves against the president and queer foster parents may be last straws.

Right-Wingers Are Going Ballistic Over the Equality Act

Liberty Counsel claims the Equality Act threatens religious freedom, while Glenn Beck says a Trump defeat in 2020 means the downfall of America.