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Lesbian former police officer wins $10 million in sexual harassment lawsuit

Ashley Cummins asserted she was "forced to work in a hostile work environment where she was frequently harassed and denied opportunities based on her sex/gender and sexual orientation."

A 'Supergirl' Character Is Helping Viewers Find Their Own Inner Hero

Fans of Maggie Sawyer, a queer character on the hit show, channeled their devotion into a rallying cry for queer youth and the work of Cyndi Lauper.

Minneapolis Council Plans to Disband, Replace Police Department

Amid outcry over racism and police brutality after the death of George Floyd, council members say there has to be a new model for public safety.

Op-ed: Fixing The NYPD's LGBT Problem

One step toward accountability can help heal relations between the NYPD and New York's LGBT population

Man Sets Pride Flag Ablaze in Michigan, Almost Catches Himself on Fire

Video shows the man in Lansing, Mich., setting the Pride flag aflame. 

Fatal Shooting of Louisiana Black Gay Man May Have Been Hate Crime

McKinsley LaKeith Lincoln had been "the target of harassment and discrimination," his mother said.

Why Police Should Have a Place at Pride

Banning bad cops from Pride celebrations is understandable, but banning all cops isn't, writes Amanda Kerri.

Pride Month flags vandalized near Stonewall National Monument: police

A preliminary investigation found an unidentified person had removed and destroyed 160 flags in the area around 8 p.m. Thursday, according to police.

BLM-Supporting Gay Cop Nominated to Lead Customs and Border Patrol

President Biden announced his intent to nominate Tucson, Ariz., Police Chief Chris Magnus as CPB commissioner.

'Black Lives Matter' Painted on D.C. Street Leading to the White House

The mayor directed the city to paint the streets days after Trump forcefully removed peaceful demonstrators to get a photo-op. 

Cop Reveals His Hatred in Antigay Letter to Editor

Lt. Toby Will of Stockton, Calif., says homosexuality is 'vile and sinful' and will bring 'the wrath of God.'

Seattle police arrest 23 during anti-trans rally clashes in LGBTQ+ neighborhood

Far-right Christian group Mayday USA held a rally in a queer part of town. It didn't go well.

Interns' Questions on LGBT Rights Throw Jeff Sessions Off Balance

Irritation and condescension were among Sessions's reactions to the interns' pointed questions.

Chicago Police Announce Protest in Wake of Jussie Smollett Case

The union representing Chicago police officers has announced a protest as their calls for a federal probe into Jussie Smollett's case intensify. 

Gov. Pat McCrory Declares State of Emergency Following Charlotte Protests

Protests rocked Charlotte for a second night following a police shooting. 

The Pride of Antwerp

Advocate.com hits the gay-friendly streets of Antwerp with openly gay police commissioner Serge Muyters.

Transgender Reforms Announced for NYPD Patrol Guide

The long awaited changes to police practices are intended to improve interactions between officers and transgender New Yorkers.

Rudy Guiliani: 'It's a Shame' Beyoncé Protested Police Brutality

The former mayor of New York criticized the "Formation" singer's performance at the VMAs, saying, "I saved more black lives than any of those people you saw onstage."

Brothers in Jussie Smollett Case Express 'Tremendous Regret'

Abimbola and Olbinjo Osundairo say their actions negatively impacted hate-crime victims.