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Michigan teen suspects in violent homophobic assault on LGBTQ+ students identified by police

The seven youths reportedly disparaged the students’ sexual identity before following them upstairs and attacking.

Victims Confront Gymnastics Doctor During Sex Abuse Sentencing

Several women accused former USA gymnastics team and Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar of abuse. He is expected to be sentenced to 40-125 years in prison. 

Michigan’s Out AG Apologizes for Getting Wasted at a Football Game

"Much to my surprise, MSU [tailgates] tend to have more alcohol than food, so I thought it seemed like a good idea to eat 2 Bloody [Marys]."

Republican Group Slams Gay Candidate as 'Pedo Sex Poet'

Michigan congressional candidate Jon Hoadley and the LGBTQ Victory Fund are striking back.

Young Queer Man Shot in the Head and Killed in Chicago

"He was so sensitive and such a good listener and such a fierce protector of anyone who he felt needed help. He was there to help them."

Tyler Oakley on the Election, LGBT Youth, and Feeling Snervous

The YouTube personality opens up about making his new film, Snervous, and schools presidential candidates on their use of social media in the latest episode of Advocate Spotlight. 

Chasten Buttigieg takes on anti-trans bullies during Michigan State University lecture

The educator and father advocated for transgender kids like Nex Benedict to be able to go to school without being bullied.

Michigan court denies benefits for partners of gay public employees

A voter-approved ban on same-sex marriage prohibits Michigan public universities and state and local governments from providing health insurance to the partners of gay employees, an appeals court ruled Friday.

'Moderate' John Kasich Dodges Gay Student's Question on LGBT Protections

Ohio Gov. John Kasich might just be the only GOP candidate who is not in favor of overturning the marriage equality decision, but he won't say much about LGBT rights beyond that.

Boys with older brothers more likely to be gay

Researchers in Canada have shown that boys with older brothers are slightly more likely to be gay, adding to the growing mountain of evidence that being gay is not a choice.

Pete Buttigieg: Mike Johnson Should Focus on His Job and Less on Taking Away LGBTQ+ Rights

“The thing that I think has taken a lot of Americans aback about the speaker is that he holds these views and is not some random member of the House. He’s the speaker of the House. He’s the leader of the House,” Buttigieg said.

Lesbian Couple Together 50 Years: 'We're With Her'

Under a Donald Trump presidency, marriages like theirs could be invalidated.

Michigan State To Pay $500M to Nassar Victims

Michigan State University has reached a settlement with the 332 women and girls assaulted by sports doctor Larry Nassar. 

Michigan State President Resigns After Nassar Sentencing

The resignation of Lou Anna Simon, president of Michigan State University, comes in the wake of the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal.

Marriage Equality Advocate Seeks Further Justice in Michigan AG Race

After fighting for equal marriage rights, Dana Nessel wants to bring a progressive vision to the Michigan attorney general's office.

The Blackhawks Assault Scandal Is Most Likely the Tip of the Iceberg

Powerful and lucrative organizations hide crimes and mistake sexual assaults and pedophilia as "gay scandals."

WATCH: Michelle Obama Schools Tyler Oakley

The two reveal some things about their college experiences while encouraging young people to seek higher education.