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Nonbinary trans U.S. House candidate injects testosterone in campaign ad

Mel Manuel's ad makes points about bodily autonomy and the threat to democracy.

Dems announce historic six-figure ad buy in LGBTQ+ publications

This is the Democratic National Committee's first paid targeted LGBTQ+ media campaign.

Serial killer of gay men in New Orleans released after 46 years in prison

Warren Harris Jr. was convicted in the stabbing deaths of three gay men in the 1970s. He was sentenced to life in prison but became eligible for parole under a Louisiana law passed in 2017.

'Queer Eye' production in New Orleans was cut short after carjacking of crew member

The team endured two attempted vehicle thefts and a successful one during filming season 8 in 2022.

Gay bagel shop owner gunned down while vacationing with husband in New Orleans

Jacob Carter was on his first vacation to the Crescent City with his husband. His killer is still at large.

More of Speaker Mike Johnson’s Extreme Anti-LGBTQ+ Past and Extremist Ties Is Exposed

One previous client of Johnson's was even reportedly recorded endorsing violence against LGBTQ+ people and abortion providers.

63 Photos Celebrating Halloween New Orleans of Years Past

Starting out in 1983, Halloween New Orleans established itself as a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose was to raise funds in support of Project Lazarus’ mission.

Holocaust in New Orleans: Read The Advocate's Original Coverage From 1973

For LGBTQ+ History Month, we remember the victims of the 50-year-old massacre.

Nonbinary New Orleans Artist and DJ, YOKO, Killed in Hit-and-Run

They are being remembered as a gifted artist and an "extremely loving and gentle human."

Gay Husbands Recreate Decadence Photo 23 Years Later, Proving Queer Love Can Endure

While there’s a lot of tragedy and trauma to go around, here’s a story of enduring gay love. Share your stories and photos with us at news@equalpride.com.

Going to Southern Decadence? 5 Things to Know About New Orleans's Massive Queer Party

Partying, debauchery, and joy — it's all on display in the French Quarter during Labor Day weekend.

50 Years Ago, the Fire at the Up Stairs Lounge Gay Bar in New Orleans Killed 32

The fire was the deadliest attack on queer people in the U.S. in the 20th century.

Big Freedia Talks Business in Exclusive Clip

Catch this exclusive clip of the Queen Diva's latest show.

The Trailer for 'Queer Eye' Season 7 Has Arrived

The season premieres May 12 on Netflix.

18 Beautifully Queer Images From New Orleans's Mardi Gras 2023

Easter may have been Sunday, but we're still reeling from Mardi Gras 2023.