Louisiana LGBTQ+ activist exonerated after 3 years of unconstitutional prosecution
Matthew Humphrey has been exonerated three years after his wrongful arrest for speaking out against book bans during a local library board meeting.
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
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Lafayette College Faced Its Antigay Past by Saving Its LGBTQ History
Once ranked the most homophobic institution of higher learning in America, Lafayette is now leading the way with its Queer Archives Project.
MAY 9, 2019
Gay Men Assaulted at Streisand Movie in Louisiana
A group of four gay men say they were assaulted and called antigay slurs by a man seated behind them at a screening of Guilt Trip in Lafayette, La.
JANUARY 16, 2013
WATCH: Gay-Bashing Victim's Message of Hope
A San Francisco man who says he was attacked for wearing white pants has a message of love to share.
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
Lesbians Offer a 'Tip' After Harassment at Restaurant
Ellie Parker and Lucy Stenger said a chef made their Valentine's Day dinner uncomfortable by telling them they needed a man.
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
Gay Black Student's Killing Terrifies Ole Miss Community
Jimmie "Jay" Lee was well known in the college town of Oxford for his drag performances.
AUGUST 16, 2022
This Colorado orchestra is exploring gender identity through classical music
By combining classical music with contemporary poetry, the Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado is delving into gender and sexuality.
JANUARY 11, 2024
'True Blood' Star Nelsan Ellis Dead at 39
Ellis was known for his portrayal of the gay character Lafayette Reynolds on the supernatural HBO series.
JULY 8, 2017
15 Gay Founding Fathers, Mothers, and their straight allies
Was Benjamin Franklin gay? Was Alexander Hamilton bisexual? Was Betsy Ross stitching a sapphic revolution? Learn more about these queer patriots and their straight allies.
JANUARY 18, 2017
Missing gay Ole Miss student Jimmie ‘Jay’ Lee declared legally dead weeks before murder trial begins
Here’s everything you need to know about Lee and his alleged killer Sheldon Timothy Herrington.
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Man accused of killing gay Ole Miss student wants trial location changed
The attorney for Sheldon Herrington Jr., says his client can’t get a fair trial because of the negative publicity his case has received.
JUNE 9, 2024
Suspect’s Trial Delayed in Case of Brutal Grindr Attack on Gay Teen
The accused allegedly choked the then-18-year-old and cut the teen's wrists almost to the bone.
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Univ. of Louisiana Offers LGBT Minor
The school is the first university in the state to offer an LGBT-oriented minor.
JULY 11, 2012
As Protests Mount Nationwide, Crowds Chant Outside White House
Hundreds demonstrated in Lafayette Park across from the White House, shouting, "No hate. No Fear. Refugees are welcome here!"
JANUARY 29, 2017
Trial Date Set for Suspect Accused of Killing Gay Ole Miss Student
Prosecutors say Sheldon Timothy Herrington killed Jimmie “Jay” Lee to keep their relationship a secret.
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Anti-LGBTQ Groups Sue Louisiana Governor to Stop Drag Queen Story Hour
Claiming it makes Christians "second-class citizens," anti-LGBTQ groups are suing in federal court to stop drag queens from reading to children at a local library.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
Conservatives Wage War on Drag Queen Story Hour
A Lousiana mayor is fighting to stop the event, which encourages individuality and acceptance.
AUGUST 23, 2018
Hate Crime Charge Added in Gruesome Grindr Attack on Gay Teen
Holden White, 19, had his wrists and throat cut in the attack last year.
JANUARY 26, 2021