Politics Sep 19 Census Bureau wants to test asking about sexual orientation and gender identity on community survey By Mike Schneider, Associated Press
Politics Mar 22 DeSantis to expand 'Don't Say Gay' law to high school classes The rule change would ban lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity from grades 4 to 12, expanding the current law critics call "Don't Say Gay." DeSantis has leaned heavily into cultural divides on his path to an anticipated White… By Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press
Politics Mar 14 Florida Republicans advance bills on gender identity, defamation Florida Republicans are advancing a proposal to ban classroom lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity through the eighth grade, expanding the controversial law critics call "Don't Say Gay."… By Anthony Izaguirre, Brendan Farrington, Associated Press
Politics Jan 12 Wisconsin Republicans block ban on 'conversion therapy' Wisconsin Republicans have again allowed therapists, social workers and counselors to try to change LGBTQ clients' gender identities and sexual orientations — a scientifically discredited practice known as conversion therapy. By Harm Venhuizen, Associated Press
Nation Oct 10 Watch 7:22 LGBTQ seniors fear discrimination when searching for housing Many LGBTQ+ seniors who live in long-term care communities and senior housing are fearful of being mistreated, refused care, neglected, or abused—with some even re-closeting themselves for safety. In many states, it's still legal to deny access to housing and… By Ivette Feliciano
Mar 08 Watch 5:48 What you need to know about the 2020 census This week, the United States Census Department rolls out their 2020 census nationwide, aiming to count everyone living in the country and the U.S. territories. The findings will determine how federal dollars are distributed. Hansi Lo Wang, a national correspondent… Continue watching
Feb 06 Virginia lawmakers pass protections for LGBTQ people By Sarah Rankin, Associated Press Virginia lawmakers have passed comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation that advocates say makes the state the first in the South to enact such protections for LGBTQ people. The legislation prohibits discrimination in housing, public or private employment, public spaces and credit transactions… Continue reading
Apr 15 Supreme Court rejects death row appeal over anti-gay juror By Associated Press The Supreme Court is again rejecting a gay death row inmate's appeal that claims jurors in South Dakota were biased against him because of his sexual orientation. Continue reading
Nov 07 Watch News Wrap: Haiyan, the most powerful storm of the year, hits the Philippines News Wrap: Haiyan, the most powerful storm of the year, hits the Philippines… Continue watching