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Gay student assaulted after year-long bullying at California high school

His mom has been trying to get answers about the school’s anti-LGBTQ+ environment for a year without satisfaction.

Two Men Arrested for Using Grindr to Carjack Victims

Dates didn't go as planned for men who met carjackers on Grindr. 

California Woman Gunned Down After Pride Flag Dispute, Police Say

Lauri Carleton was an active member of her community, according to Cedar Glen residents.

Suspect ID'd in Killing of California Woman Shot for Displaying Pride Flag

The San Bernardino Sheriff's Department says the man who killed Laura Ann Carleton was Travis Ikeguchi, who was killed in a confrontation with deputies.

Two Arrested in Calif. Antigay Attack, One More Sought

The men are accused of beating a gay man with rocks, bottles, and a board, and the one suspected of planning the attack remains at large.

Neo-Nazi Ex-Soldier Targets Drag Queen Story Hour in North Carolina

Previously, Jarrett William Smith was convicted of disturbing bomb-making instructions and was charged with encouraging the assassination of former presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke.

Anti-transgender hate crimes spike, leading to calls for a public health emergency

An Advocate data analysis found that in Los Angeles County and across the country, hate crimes against transgender people are reaching historic highs.

You Tell Us: Are LGBT Hate Crimes on the Rise?

Help The Advocate document the hate targeting our community.

With visibility comes violence: Increased awareness of transgender people leads to more hate crimes

Exclusive data shows in L.A. County and beyond, transgender people face increased risk of violent crimes as a result of their identity.