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The Queer Family Podcast' Showcases Beautiful, Unique Stories of LGBTQ+ Parenthood
When Jaimie Kelton launched a podcast for queer families in 2018, she thought, âThis would be a fun side project.â Now, 11 seasons later, sheâs interviewed [...]Read more about The Queer Family Podcast' Showcases Beautiful, Unique Stories of LGBTQ+ Parenthood
âSashay Your Bigotry Awayâ: Love Louder Than Hate as Anti-Drag Protest Backfires in Royal Oak
A small protest against Sidetrack Bookshopâs "Drag Queen Story Hour" was met with an enormous counterprotest supporting the event Saturday, March 11 [...]Read more about âSashay Your Bigotry Awayâ: Love Louder Than Hate as Anti-Drag Protest Backfires in Royal Oak
Queer Things to Do: Attend a Space Party, Delight in Drag, See the Razor Braids
Ready to break free from the normal routine and spice things up? Need a change of pace from scrolling through the endless stream of negative news? This list has [...]Read more about Queer Things to Do: Attend a Space Party, Delight in Drag, See the Razor Braids
Critical Hurdle Cleared as ELCRA LGBTQ+ Amendment Passes Michigan House Vote
The bill to amend Michiganâs civil rights law (the 1977 Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, aka ELCRA) to include LGBTQ+ protections against discrimination cleared [...]Read more about Critical Hurdle Cleared as ELCRA LGBTQ+ Amendment Passes Michigan House Vote
Why Mr. Trans Michigan USA 2023 Is Using His Platform to Advocate for Drag
Michael Christian, Mr. Trans Michigan USA 2023, is a drag king. And like his sisters in the artform, he is feeling targeted and attacked.âItâs really [...]Read more about Why Mr. Trans Michigan USA 2023 Is Using His Platform to Advocate for Drag
Openly Lesbian Attorney General Dana Nessel Targeted by Anti-Semitic, 'Heavily Armed' Suspect
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, who is openly lesbian, is going public with news that she was the target of a âheavily armedâ man motivated by [...]Read more about Openly Lesbian Attorney General Dana Nessel Targeted by Anti-Semitic, 'Heavily Armed' Suspect
Queer Things To Do: Attend a Queer Comedy Show, Advocate for Homeless Youth, Support Your Local Library
Somehow, weâre three months into 2023. By now, youâve either kept up with those New Year Resolutions or opted to chart a different course, free from the [...]Read more about Queer Things To Do: Attend a Queer Comedy Show, Advocate for Homeless Youth, Support Your Local Library
A Brotherhood of Voices: PRISM Men's Choir on Community, Advocacy and Disco Fever
As the Covid pandemic shuttered businesses and put community activities on hold, PRISM Gay Men and Allies Chorus of Metro Detroit, like so many other choirs [...]Read more about A Brotherhood of Voices: PRISM Men's Choir on Community, Advocacy and Disco Fever
There Goes Your Money: From Madonna to BeyoncĂŠ, the 2023 Detroit Concert Season Has a Gay Icon for Everyone
Thereâs a distinctly powerful feminine energy emanating from Southeast Michigan these days as a slew of women artists have announced their upcoming tours. [...]Read more about There Goes Your Money: From Madonna to BeyoncĂŠ, the 2023 Detroit Concert Season Has a Gay Icon for Everyone
Queer Fear as Michigan Republican Party Gives Top Spot to Election Denier Kristina Karamo
Known primarily for her spectacular loss to Jocelyn Benson in Michiganâs 2022 secretary of state race, queer-bashing Kristina Karamo, an election denier, has [...]Read more about Queer Fear as Michigan Republican Party Gives Top Spot to Election Denier Kristina Karamo
Gallup Poll: U.S. LGBTQ Adult Population Steady at 7.2 Percent
This article originally appeared in the Washington Blade.The results of a national survey conducted by Gallup polling based on aggregated polling data from 2022 [...]Read more about Gallup Poll: U.S. LGBTQ Adult Population Steady at 7.2 Percent
An Invaluable New Resource for Donor-Conceived People with LGBTQ+ Parents
COLAGE, the national organization for people with LGBTQ+ parents, recently released an updated edition of its groundbreaking guide for donor-conceived people [...]Read more about An Invaluable New Resource for Donor-Conceived People with LGBTQ+ Parents
Brother Thomas Zerafa, Activist for LGBTQ+ and Numerous Progressive Causes, Dies at Age 71
This year, Brother Thomas R. Zerafa, activist and prolific volunteer for LGBTQ+ and numerous progressive causes, would have celebrated his 50thanniversary of [...]Read more about Brother Thomas Zerafa, Activist for LGBTQ+ and Numerous Progressive Causes, Dies at Age 71
For Out Pleasant Ridge Mayor, the Road Ahead Is Linked to the Past
Since becoming mayor of Pleasant Ridge in 2021, Bret Scott has married twice, soon to be three times. More precisely, heâs officiated at two weddings. Though [...]Read more about For Out Pleasant Ridge Mayor, the Road Ahead Is Linked to the Past
Howard Bragman, Flint Native, Philanthropist and âComing Out Guruâ to the Stars, Dies at 66
Friends and family near and far are mourning the death of PR giant and Flint native Howard Bragman, who died from leukemia Saturday, Feb. 11. Bragman was [...]Read more about Howard Bragman, Flint Native, Philanthropist and âComing Out Guruâ to the Stars, Dies at 66
Queer Things to Do: Commemorate Black History Month, Draw Nude Models, Find Trans-Masc Support
February is an excellent time for self-reflection and community connection. With the worst of winter in the rear-view, it's not too soon to look ahead to [...]Read more about Queer Things to Do: Commemorate Black History Month, Draw Nude Models, Find Trans-Masc Support
Michiganâs Queer Librarians Speak Out on Book Bans, the Catholic-Led 'Hide the Pride' Campaign and Providing Comfort to LGBTQ+ Youth
Reciting prose from the pages of Penthouse magazine at a school board meeting is an unconventional way to make a point. But lately, caregivers and community [...]Read more about Michiganâs Queer Librarians Speak Out on Book Bans, the Catholic-Led 'Hide the Pride' Campaign and Providing Comfort to LGBTQ+ Youth
Historic Progress in Michigan as Senate Votes to Enshrine LGBTQ+ Protections into State Law
Weâre barely into February and already the newly sworn in, Democrat-majority Michigan State House is making significant strides for the LGBTQ+ community. Today, [...]Read more about Historic Progress in Michigan as Senate Votes to Enshrine LGBTQ+ Protections into State Law
OutFront Kalamazoo Inundated With Anti-Gay Hate Campaign After Posting TikTok Video
OutFront Kalamazoo (OFK), the cityâs LGBTQ+ center, has been inundated with homophobic hate calls and emails after a TikTok video drew unwanted attention to the [...]Read more about OutFront Kalamazoo Inundated With Anti-Gay Hate Campaign After Posting TikTok Video
Is Kim Petras the First Trans Woman to Win a Grammy? Well, ActuallyâŚÂ
When openly trans woman Kim Petras took home a Grammy for best pop duo/group performance alongside openly non-binary queer musician Sam Smith, it was a historic [...]Read more about Is Kim Petras the First Trans Woman to Win a Grammy? Well, ActuallyâŚÂ
Gigiâs Celebrates 50 Years: The Oldest Gay-Owned Gay Bar in Detroit Is Now a Half-Century Old
Gigiâs, one of the most beloved and respected gay bars on the Michigan map, is celebrating a milestone few venues manage to reach â 50 years in the business. [...]Read more about Gigiâs Celebrates 50 Years: The Oldest Gay-Owned Gay Bar in Detroit Is Now a Half-Century Old
A Community Comes Together for LGBTQ+ Equality During History-Making Michigan Senate Hearing
Local LGBTQ+ activists, leaders, allies and community members made history last week, adding their vocal support to the Michigan Senate Committee on Civil [...]Read more about A Community Comes Together for LGBTQ+ Equality During History-Making Michigan Senate Hearing
Super Ally' Tashawna Gill Is Building Bridges for LGBTQ+ Detroiters
When Tashawna Gill paused our interview to take a call from Lansing, it didnât faze me. I knew Gill was simply conducting official business for LGBT Detroit [...]Read more about Super Ally' Tashawna Gill Is Building Bridges for LGBTQ+ Detroiters
Inside the âDaddyholeâ: The Popular Attraction Returns to Detroit's Dirty Show
Attention sexual citizens of Michigan: For the 23rd time, âDetroitâs cavalcade of carnalityâ promises to turn Motor City mad, for sexual freedom, that is. The [...]Read more about Inside the âDaddyholeâ: The Popular Attraction Returns to Detroit's Dirty Show
Turn The Winter Gray Gay with New Music By These Michigan-Based Queer Artists
February in Michigan means lots of cold, gray days, but these rising Michigan-based queer musicians are pumping out new tunes sure to warm and brighten the [...]Read more about Turn The Winter Gray Gay with New Music By These Michigan-Based Queer Artists
The Underground Movement to Turn Michigan Into the Next âDonât Say Gayâ State
Discontent to limit their disruption to equitable public education through local school boards, a group of fringe right-leaning Republicans is promoting a new [...]Read more about The Underground Movement to Turn Michigan Into the Next âDonât Say Gayâ State
Queer Things to Do: Bask in Art, Learn Stand-Up, Support a Good Cause For Black History Month
February is Black History Month, a time to honor Black lives and culture. This month, bask in the undefinable opulence that is the artist Dion, watch a [...]Read more about Queer Things to Do: Bask in Art, Learn Stand-Up, Support a Good Cause For Black History Month
A Friend to Everyone': Violet âVyâ Reed, Dead at 84, Served LGBTQ+ Community as Longtime Affirmations Volunteer, MCCD Member
It's a special person who manages to leave behind a legacy of kindness and warmness when they pass on. Longtime Affirmations volunteer and Metropolitan [...]Read more about A Friend to Everyone': Violet âVyâ Reed, Dead at 84, Served LGBTQ+ Community as Longtime Affirmations Volunteer, MCCD Member
FDA Proposes New Individual Risk Assessments to Make It Easier For Gay, Bisexual Men To Donate Blood
A new FDA policy will pave the way for more gay and bisexual men to donate blood. Current policy requires MSM (men who have sex with men) to undergo a [...]Read more about FDA Proposes New Individual Risk Assessments to Make It Easier For Gay, Bisexual Men To Donate Blood
The NSFW Michigan Men of OnlyFans
No, not all queer OnlyFans creators live in Puerto Vallarta. Out of the more than 1.5 million OnlyFans creators, a sizable chunk of hotties are from right here [...]Read more about The NSFW Michigan Men of OnlyFans
Where Kinksters and Community Meet: Cold as Hell 2023 Set to Burn Down Stereotypes About HIV and Fetish Community
Ignore that thermometer â itâs about to get hot out there!LGBT Detroitâs fourth annual âCold as Hell: Fetish Fusionâ series is set to premiere Feb. 13 as a [...]Read more about Where Kinksters and Community Meet: Cold as Hell 2023 Set to Burn Down Stereotypes About HIV and Fetish Community
Whatâs at Stake for the LGBTQ+ Community When Extremists Dissolve the County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office?
Last yearâs highly publicized grassroots movement to defund the Patmos Library in Jamestown Township was just the start of a larger conservative push in West [...]Read more about Whatâs at Stake for the LGBTQ+ Community When Extremists Dissolve the County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office?
Is #MeToo Lacking a Queer, Racially Diverse Focus? These Essayists Say Yes.
The #MeToo era was a turning point in a larger, much-needed conversation about consent, but a new book is challenging some of the basic assumptions around that [...]Read more about Is #MeToo Lacking a Queer, Racially Diverse Focus? These Essayists Say Yes.
Bigotry Is Bad for Business': Gov. Whitmer Addresses LGBTQ+ Rights Head on in State of the State Speech
Gov. Gretchen Whitmerâs 2023 State of the State speech hit all the expected highlights â the economy, education and infrastructure, in particular, but it was [...]Read more about Bigotry Is Bad for Business': Gov. Whitmer Addresses LGBTQ+ Rights Head on in State of the State Speech
Rainbow Railroad to Participate in New US Refugee Resettlement Program
Courtesy of the National LGBT Media AssociationA group that works with LGBTQ+ and intersex refugees and asylum seekers will participate in a State Department [...]Read more about Rainbow Railroad to Participate in New US Refugee Resettlement Program
Drag Queens Have Become Culture War Targets. So How Exactly Are Michiganâs Drag Performers Doing?
Drag performers are used to being center stage. What showgirl doesnât love a spotlight? Unfortunately, in 2022 drag performers nationwide were in a spotlight [...]Read more about Drag Queens Have Become Culture War Targets. So How Exactly Are Michiganâs Drag Performers Doing?
