LGBT News & Breaking Stories

Church Militant's founder Michael Voris steps down after breaching morality clause. Co-host Christine Niles revealed his "troubling" behavior, causing resignation.

Pope Francis removed a conservative Texas bishop who criticized him. The bishop refused to resign, so Francis fired him.

Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry, backed by former President Donald Trump, has won the Louisiana governor's race, marking a major victory for the GOP. Landry will replace the only Democratic governor in the Deep South, John Bel Edwards.

Taylor Swift dazzles on the red carpet at the premiere of her concert film, The Eras Tour, at The Grove in Hollywood.

National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11 serves as a platform for LGBTQ+ individuals to share their stories and resources.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will appoint Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and adviser, to fill the vacant U.S. Senate seat previously held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Butler will be the only Black woman serving in the Senate and the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the chamber. Her appointment will give the Democratic caucus more flexibility on close votes.

Social media users speculate that the CCTV footage of Rep. Lauren Boebert vaping and touching her male companion was a setup to harm her reputation.

Kamala Harris is going on tour again, this time embarking on a 14-date college tour aimed at reaching young voters and talking up Democratic positions on abortion, gun control, LGBT rights, and climate change.

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the Capitol attack.

A Colorado boy was pulled from class after school officials claimed the Gadsden flag had ties to slavery.

California shopkeeper killed after confrontation over LGBTQ+ pride flag. Suspect made disparaging remarks before shooting victim. Outpouring of support on social media.

Hozier discusses the legacy of Sinéad O'Connor's protest and the relevance of his song "Take Me to Church."

Reality TV star Gabby Windey surprises fans by coming out as queer in an interview on The View, receiving widespread support.

Tyler Childers announces new album "Rustin' in the Rain" with emotional video.

Anti-Flag, a far-left band, unexpectedly announces breakup amid rape allegations.

Liverpool agrees £12 million deal to sell Jordan Henderson to Al-Ettifaq.

Hacktivist group Anonymous Sudan launches cyberattacks on websites to cause disruption.

Megan Rapinoe, U.S. women's soccer star, announces retirement after illustrious career.

Actor Michael Imperioli enraged by SCOTUS decision, discriminates against bigots.

Netflix's new animated film Nimona, based on a celebrated graphic novel, features a gender-nonconforming superhero who helps LGBTQ individuals feel seen. The film's directors and actors aimed to treat LGBTQ themes truthfully and honestly, resulting in an overt love story and the representation of queer characters. The film's creators hope that young viewers who need to see these stories will find a way to watch it.

McDonald's purple Grimace shakes have sparked a viral trend on TikTok, with users creating videos that resemble horror movies. The #GrimaceShake hashtag has garnered over 628 million views, as people film themselves pretending to pass out after drinking the shake. While the fast food chain may not have anticipated this reaction, it highlights the extent to which people enjoy engaging with brands, according to a marketing expert. The trend was triggered by McDonald's launch of the Grimace shake to celebrate the birthday of Grimace, the company's mascot.

Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to federal indictment. Cormac McCarthy dies at 89. Denver shooting likely drug-related.