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For trans people reliant on federal programs, this election could change everything

Experts, providers, elected officials, and people with lived experience discuss how election outcomes — up and down the ballot — might impact gender-affirming care in Pittsburgh and beyond.

ACLU Sues for Marriage Equality in Pennsylvania

"Whether it's through litigation, the legislature, or the ballot box, we will continue to work to broaden the number of states where same-sex couples can marry," said ACLU spokeswoman Leslie Cooper.

The Kafkaesque Nightmare of Fighting Employment Bias

Since only about half of the U.S. protects gay and bi workers from discrimination -- even less protect trans workers -- filing a complaint in a place without protections can test one's endurance and sanity.

Gays Who Adopted Partners Need Annulments, Senator Says

Before marriage equality, many same-sex partners turned to adoption to obtain benefits they were denied as couples.

Abortion restrictions amount to sex-based discrimination, state Supreme Court says

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled against an antiquated anti-abortion law, with justices issuing a scathing rebuke of the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson decision.

Breaking stereotypes and building futures as a Black gay dad

Growing up in Pennsylvania, Calvin Dyson faced the struggles of being raised by a single mother after losing my father. Now, as an adoptive father, he strives to provide a loving home for his children and advocate for others in the system.

Pa. Man Sues to Overturn State Medicaid's Trans Exclusions

The lawsuit is among the first to challenge state laws on the basis of civil rights provisions written into the Affordable Care Act. 

Homosexuality Voted to Be Struck From Pennsylvania's Criminal Code

The state's House voted 198-0 to erase the references to "homosexuality" in several definitions in the code. 

Pa. Reps to Propose Bill Banning 'Ex-Gay' Therapy for Youth

Representatives Gerald Mullery and Brian Sims, who is gay, plan to sponsor a bill that would ban 'conversion therapy' for minors in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania schools are putting in windows in gender-inclusive restrooms so teachers can monitor students

The South Western School District is drawing much criticism for the plan, taken on the advice of a right-wing law firm.

Pennsylvania Governor Signs Anti-Conversion Therapy Order

While the order doesn't ban it, it does put a dent in the harmful practice.

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Supreme Court Gives Pa. Clerk The Final No

The highest court in the U.S. will not hear a final effort to uphold Pennsylvania's marriage ban.

Court: Philly Can Make Foster Care Agencies Abide by Antibias Law

The city was within its rights in ending a contract with an agency that wouldn't serve same-sex couples, says a federal judge.

Popeyes Franchise Ordered to Pay $50k After Harassing, Firing Gay Employee

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission fined the franchise after an employee was harassed and fired due to his sexual orientation.

Fertility Clinic Serving Trans People to Open Next Year in Pittsburgh

The clinic will help an underserved population and offer care at a lower cost than that of other providers, its founders say.

Pennsylvania Library Director Resigns After Board Removes Issues of 'Out,' the LGBTQ+ Magazine

Justin Brown quit working for the Northern Cambria Public Library following a heated debate with the library board over the unilateral removal of Out, sparking discussions on censorship and representation in public libraries.