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Virginia Republicans vote to take control of local library after losing fight to remove LGBTQ+ books

After successfully defending LGBTQ+ titles from conservative bans, the Samuels Public Library in Front Royale now faces a governance overhaul aimed at increasing taxpayer oversight.

Ohio Highway Named After Leelah Alcorn

A stretch of Interstate 71 in Warren County, Ohio, now bears the name of the trans teen who took her life nearby.

LGBTQ Group Petitions to Censure Antigay Tennessee Politician

Warren Hurst, who said it's "ugly" that a "queer" is running for president, has also drawn a response from the target of his ire.

Fla. Gov. Suspends Prosecutor Who Went Against Anti-Trans Proposal

Andrew Warren signed a pledge to not take part in efforts supporting anti-gender-affirming care policies or anti-abortion laws. 

Gay Teen Shot At for Holding Boyfriend's Hand

The victim of a hate crime comes forward after being attacked, saying, 'Everyone's a person.'

Virginia Library Temporarily Avoids Closing Over LGBTQ+ Books Controversy

A temporary lifeline for Samuels Public Library fuels a broader struggle over free speech, discrimination, and community values as residents and officials clash over LGBTQ+ books.

Virginia Library to Remain Open After County Leaders Resolve LGBTQ+ Book Spat

The agreement scripts a fresh chapter in Samuels Public Library’s LGBTQ+ books saga.

Ohio Judge Says Trans Teen Not 'Mature' Enough for Name Change

LGBT rights lawyer Josh Langdon (pictured) begs to differ and promises to fight.

Fla. Prosecutor Sues DeSantis After Being Sacked for Pro-Trans Support

Andrew Warren, the twice-elected Tampa-area prosecutor, accused Gov. Ron DeSantis of suspending him out of political retribution and violating his First Amendment rights.

Ohio court debates domestic violence and marriage ban

Ohio's constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage will be tested for the first time with regard to its effect on domestic-violence statutes and unmarried couples.

Remembering Leelah Alcorn, Cincinnati Takes Step Toward Conversion Therapy Ban

An ordinance banning use of the practice on young people was approved by a City Council committee Monday; the full council will take it up Wednesday.

Kaitlyn Hunt Is Not the First to Complicate 'Justice'

The former high school cheerleader's pending felony charges for a consensual relationship with a teammate have made LGBT Americans wonder about age-of-consent laws and selective prosecution.

Virginia Mom Gives Impassioned Defense of LGBTQ+ Library Books: Video

This is the type of allyship that deserves a standing ovation.

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This Small Virginia Town Could Lose Its Library Over LGBTQ+ Book Brawl

Some conservative parents are claiming books with LGBTQ+ themes are essentially pornography.

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Showdown Over Marriage Licenses in Texas

Although clerks have indicated they would issue licenses within hours of a Supreme Court ruling in favor of same-sex marriage, the state's top lawman says they should wait.

Armed Man Seen at the Abbey, Popular West Hollywood Bar

A man with a gun was spotted at the Abbey, prompting a heavy police response.

Tennessee Official Laments a 'Queer' Running for President

And his statement even drew applause.  

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Ohio court: Marriage ban does not preclude unmarried couples from domestic violence protections

Ohio's domestic violence laws do not conflict with the state's ban on same-sex marriage, the Ohio supreme court ruled in Columbus Wednesday. In a 6-1 decision, justices rejected the argument that the domestic violence law was unenforceable in cases involving unmarried couples because it refers to them as living together ''as a spouse.''