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Trans Activist Accused of Burning Down Own Home With Pets Inside

Nikki Joly, named Citizen of the Year for activist work, is accused of a hate-crime hoax.

Jussie Smollett Released From Jail While He Appeals Convictions

Smollett's legal team said he was in danger in jail and that his sentence would be over by the time the appeals process concluded.

Don Lemon Accused of History of Sexist, Unprofessional Behavior

Current and former colleagues say his remarks about women being past their prime were just the latest in a long line of problematic pronouncements.

Jussie Smollett’s homophobic hoax conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court

In 2021, a jury convicted Smollett on five counts of disorderly conduct.

Media Still Wrong on Hate Crimes

Faulty reporting and sensationalist talking heads dishonor the legacy of the fallen while making it harder for fair legislation to pass.

Jussie Smollett Sentenced Over Hate-Crime Hoax Convictions

The former Empire star was convicted in December of five counts of disorderly conduct related to staging a racist and homophobic attack on himself and lying to police about it. 

Gay Florida Lawmaker Shares Own Story of Hate Crime

Carlos Guillermo Smith suffered a hate-fueled attack in 2003. Now he's encouraging survivors to share stories.

Juror Reveals Reason They Found Jussie Smollett Guilty

"It wasn't an easy decision. You've got the mother sitting there. You feel bad."

North Carolina Elects Famously Antigay Virginia Foxx Again

Foxx is known for saying Matthew Shepard's murder was not a hate crime.

Chicago PD: Jussie Smollett Staged Attack Due to Empire Salary Issues

The motive "pissed everybody off," said the Chicago police superintendent.

Jussie Smollett Indicted on 16 Additional Felony Counts of Disorderly Conduct

The charges from a Chicago grand jury pertain to allegations that the actor made a false report of a hate crime.

Ann Coulter Dragged for Saying All Hate Crimes Are Hoaxes

Her comment on the Jussie Smollett case is being blasted throughout Twitter.

Jussie Smollett Faces Six New Indictments in Alleged Hate Crime Hoax

The out actor staged an elaborate ruse on the streets of Chicago, according to a special prosecutor.

Pulse Survivor Organizes Day to Remember Hate Crimes

Christopher Hansen wants Reflections of Resilience Day to become a nationwide event.

Jussie Smollett Enters Rehab After 'Extremely Difficult Past Few Years'

The announcement comes as the out actor appeals his conviction on charges that he faked a hate crime against himself.

The Latest in Jussie Smollett's Ongoing Alleged Hoax Attack Case

Besides criminal charges, Smollett has been sued by the City of Chicago for more than $130,000 in police overtime

Trump's Gay Ambassador: Buttgieg's Critique of Pence Is 'Hate Hoax'

Richard Grenell has likened the gay mayor's criticism of Pence to the attack allegedly staged by actor Jussie Smollett.

Who Is Rep. Virginia Foxx, the Antigay, Trump-Loving, Mike Johnson Supporter?

She told a reporter to "shut up" during a press conference Wednesday.