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memorial candles next to a photo of RaLasia Wright Black trans Latina woman fatally shot in Minneapolis

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Black Latine trans woman Ra'Lasia Wright fatally shot in Minneapolis

She was one of at least 31 trans Americans who died by violence in 2024.

News

Why did a gay man throw a pie in Anita Bryant's face, and who was he?

Gay activist Thom Higgins "pied" the antigay crusader during a press conference in Des Moines in 1977 as part of his considerable career as an LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Here's the whole story.

Crime

Alleged Minneapolis mass shooters charged after killing one at LGBTQ+ punk rock show

The teenagers who allegedly targeted queer people at a punk rock show in Minneapolis are facing seven felony charges.

Transgender

Friends Remember Minnesota Trans Woman Who Was Shot and Killed Last Month

Savannah Ryan Williams was shot to death November 29 in Minneapolis.

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz auctioned off for $32 million

Arts & Entertainment

The Ruby Slippers sold for $32M had been stolen & lost for 13 years

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz went missing for over a decade. Now, they've been sold for $32 million at an auction.

Politics

14 transgender elected officials you should know

These trans politicians are breaking barriers around the nation.

Rainbow Wardrobe Twin Cities Pride FREE gender affirming thrift store

News

This Minnesota thrift store is providing refuge for LGBTQ+ southerners

A growing number of LGBTQ+ southerners and other transgender refugees are seeking resources at a new shop in Minneapolis, which provides its items for free.

minneapolis

Black Latine trans woman Ra'Lasia Wright fatally shot in Minneapolis

She was one of at least 31 trans Americans who died by violence in 2024.

Two trans women attacked at Minneapolis light rail station as crowd cheered

The two women had moved to Minnesota from Iowa after Minnesota became a state of refuge for transgender people.

Sharon Lubinski, first out LGBTQ+ U.S. marshal and Minneapolis police officer, has died at 71

Lubinski eventually became assistant Minneapolis police chief.

Black Trans Woman Andrea Jenkins Reelected to Minneapolis City Council

Andrea Jenkins won a third term in a close race.

Minneapolis Trans Woman's Attackers Plead Guilty to Assaulting Her at Train Station

The two are likely to serve only four months in jail each because of a plea deal, which the City Council president is criticizing.

Why did a gay man throw a pie in Anita Bryant's face, and who was he?

Gay activist Thom Higgins "pied" the antigay crusader during a press conference in Des Moines in 1977 as part of his considerable career as an LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Here's the whole story.

Transgender woman and Trevor Project volunteer Liara Kaylee Tsai killed in Minnesota

Tsai, a transgender woman, was a DJ, producer, and crisis counselor with Trevor. A former romantic partner is a suspect in her death.

Alleged Minneapolis mass shooters charged after killing one at LGBTQ+ punk rock show

The teenagers who allegedly targeted queer people at a punk rock show in Minneapolis are facing seven felony charges.

Friends Remember Minnesota Trans Woman Who Was Shot and Killed Last Month

Savannah Ryan Williams was shot to death November 29 in Minneapolis.

The Ruby Slippers sold for $32M had been stolen & lost for 13 years

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz went missing for over a decade. Now, they've been sold for $32 million at an auction.

14 transgender elected officials you should know

These trans politicians are breaking barriers around the nation.

A local NBC anchor came out as gay on live TV. Now, he shares how the moment has changed his life

”I hope that people continue to talk to their LGBTQ family members and try to get to know them better, try to get to a level of acceptance and love,” Jason Hackett told The Advocate.

This Minnesota thrift store is providing refuge for LGBTQ+ southerners

A growing number of LGBTQ+ southerners and other transgender refugees are seeking resources at a new shop in Minneapolis, which provides its items for free.

Man Fatally Shot Transgender Women in the Head Moments After Sex Act, Police Say

The man reportedly said he “knew he was not god” but that he “had to do it.”

Man Who Pulled Gun At Historic Gay Bar Gets 5 Years Behind Bars

The man grew upset when he was carded.

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She was one of at least 31 trans Americans who died by violence in 2024.

The two women had moved to Minnesota from Iowa after Minnesota became a state of refuge for transgender people.

Lubinski eventually became assistant Minneapolis police chief.

Andrea Jenkins won a third term in a close race.

The two are likely to serve only four months in jail each because of a plea deal, which the City Council president is criticizing.

Gay activist Thom Higgins "pied" the antigay crusader during a press conference in Des Moines in 1977 as part of his considerable career as an LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Here's the whole story.

Tsai, a transgender woman, was a DJ, producer, and crisis counselor with Trevor. A former romantic partner is a suspect in her death.

The teenagers who allegedly targeted queer people at a punk rock show in Minneapolis are facing seven felony charges.

Savannah Ryan Williams was shot to death November 29 in Minneapolis.

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz went missing for over a decade. Now, they've been sold for $32 million at an auction.

These trans politicians are breaking barriers around the nation.

”I hope that people continue to talk to their LGBTQ family members and try to get to know them better, try to get to a level of acceptance and love,” Jason Hackett told The Advocate.

A growing number of LGBTQ+ southerners and other transgender refugees are seeking resources at a new shop in Minneapolis, which provides its items for free.

The man reportedly said he “knew he was not god” but that he “had to do it.”

The man grew upset when he was carded.