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Los Angeles becomes a sanctuary city for LGBTQ+ youth and immigrants as officials reject Project 2025

The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to pass the “sanctuary city” ordinance, shielding queer youth who travel to the city to receive gender-affirming care from prosecution.

'Turn up the love:' San Francisco becomes a sanctuary city for transgender people

"Our city has been and will continue to be a sanctuary and a beacon for our transgender and gender non-conforming siblings,” Supervisor Rafael Mandelman said.

It's unanimous — Sacramento is now a sanctuary city for transgender people

Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg said that "we debate the many issues in our city, but there's no shade of gray when it comes to civil rights."

Florida City Declares Itself LGBTQ+ Sanctuary

Lake Worth Beach is the first to take such an action.

Philadelphia Becomes Sanctuary City for Gender-Affirming Care

Mayor Jim Kenney’s recent directive safeguards individuals involved in gender-affirming care, setting a progressive precedent amid restrictive state legislation nationwide.

Kansas City Is Now Sanctuary City for Those Seeking Gender-Affirming Care

The action by Missouri's largest city comes as the state is about to enact restrictions.

Erie, Pennsylvania, Declares Itself LGBTQ+ Sanctuary City

The city vows to stand up against any anti-LGBTQ+ laws passed at the county, state, or national level.

'Drag Now. Drag Forever' Will Be Theme of Palm Springs Pride

The Southern California desert city has also been declared a sanctuary for drag and all forms of self-expression.

Trump Comes Out in Support of Cher Following Her Immigration Tweets

Conservatives are rushing to celebrate a tweet from Cher that has some thinking she supports Trump. 

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.

North Carolina 'Bathroom Bill' Sponsor Backed by Far-Right LGBTQ Group

Deplorable Pride, with a history of anti-Muslim statements and ties to Proud Boys, has endorsed Dan Bishop, running in a special congressional election today.

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Lori Lightfoot Sworn in as Chicago's First Black Lesbian Mayor

The city's first openly lesbian and female African-American mayor has now taken office. 

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Dem Candidates for Illinois Gov. Spar Over Who's Most LGBT-Friendly

Illinois -- a state with no shortage of problems, from violence to budget impasses -- has five LGBT-friendly Democrats vying to lead it.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Signs Order Protecting Gender-Affirming Care

Among other things, the order will keep city resources from being used for out-of-state investigations.

American Medical Association Strengthens Support for Gender-Affirming Care

At a time when access is under attack, the American Medical Association has committed to opposing criminal and legal penalties for those who provide or receive the care.

Lawmaker Who Blamed Dayton Shooting on Gays Will Not Resign

Candice Keller pinned shootings on drag queens, marriage equality and President Obama.

LGBTQ+ Refugees Tell Their Stories in 'Unsettled,' Now Streaming

The award-winning film about people fleeing anti-LGBTQ+ violence is available at World Channel.

Chicago Mayor-Elect Lori Lightfoot Gets Congrats From Trump, Obama

She was a little surprised to get Trump's call, but she believes he wants to help the city.

10 Terrible Decisions Trump Made in His First Month

Maybe this is why his approval ratings are some of the lowest ever recorded for a new president.

Gay San Francisco Supervisor candidate reveals he was the victim of alleged homophobic hate crime

Trevor Chandler said he was canvassing for votes in the Mission District when the man attacked.