Maryland parents must accept LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, appeals court decides
Maryland's largest public school system does not have to allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons involving LGBTQ themes, according to a federal appeals court ruling on Wednesday.
Maryland's largest public school system does not have to allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons involving LGBTQ themes, according to a federal appeals court ruling on Wednesday.
Judge tentatively sides with California AG over school gender ID policy
California citizens can place initiatives on the ballot if they get enough signatures, but the attorney general is typically responsible for writing the title and summary language. California Attorney General Rob Bonta is being sued for titling one measure the "Restrict Rights of Transgender Youth" initiative.
California citizens can place initiatives on the ballot if they get enough signatures, but the attorney general is typically responsible for writing the title and summary language. California Attorney General Rob Bonta is being sued for titling one measure the "Restrict Rights of Transgender Youth" initiative.
Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite 2024 details revealed
"Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite" is returning to the Disneyland Resort for the second year in a row! Here's how to get tickets.
"Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite" is returning to the Disneyland Resort for the second year in a row! Here's how to get tickets.
Conservative California school board members ousted after trans-related parental notification policies
The Orange Unified School District board members last year passed a measure to inform parents when their children identify as transgender.
The Orange Unified School District board members last year passed a measure to inform parents when their children identify as transgender.
Chino Valley USD changes controversial gender ID policy after being sued by state
The policy would require school staff to tell parents within three days if students ask to change their "official or unofficial records."
The policy would require school staff to tell parents within three days if students ask to change their "official or unofficial records."
Chino Valley USD changes gender ID policy
The Chino Valley United School District made tweaks to its gender-identity policy.
The Chino Valley United School District made tweaks to its gender-identity policy.
LGBTQ Pride flag banned by Huntington Beach voters
Voters approved Measure B, which prohibits the display of “commemorative" flags, namely rainbow Pride flags, but also breast cancer awareness and religious flags, on city property.
Voters approved Measure B, which prohibits the display of “commemorative" flags, namely rainbow Pride flags, but also breast cancer awareness and religious flags, on city property.
Death of Nex Benedict, Oklahoma student, prompts vigils across the country
The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.
The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.
Culver City parents protest LGBTQ education for elementary schoolers on 'Rainbow Day'
Parents protested Rainbow Day at La Ballona Elementary School in Culver City. They said they're fine with the concept of teaching students about the LGBTQ+ community, but want more control over how and when it happens in school.
Parents protested Rainbow Day at La Ballona Elementary School in Culver City. They said they're fine with the concept of teaching students about the LGBTQ+ community, but want more control over how and when it happens in school.
Fontana parents demand gender notification policy similar to Chino Valley
Parents said they want a policy that would notify parents if their child chooses to identify as a gender different than what's on their official records, and decried the district's sex ed curriculum.
Parents said they want a policy that would notify parents if their child chooses to identify as a gender different than what's on their official records, and decried the district's sex ed curriculum.
Moscow gay bars raided by police after Supreme Court decision deeming LGBTQ+ movement 'extremist'
Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow Friday night, less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist organization.
Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow Friday night, less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist organization.
West Hollywood staple The Abbey announces ownership change
The owner of The Abbey Food & Bar and The Chapel agreed to sell the West Hollywood staple to the next generation.
The owner of The Abbey Food & Bar and The Chapel agreed to sell the West Hollywood staple to the next generation.
School district vows to continue fight after CA judge blocks parental notification policy: 'Battle not over'
California AG Rob Bonta said the ruling should serve as a 'stern warning' to schools across the state
California AG Rob Bonta said the ruling should serve as a 'stern warning' to schools across the state
Judge blocks Chino Valley's controversial parental notification policy amid legal battle
The policy would require school staff to tell parents if their child asks to change their gender identification. Part of the policy will stay blocked until a final decision on the case is made.
The policy would require school staff to tell parents if their child asks to change their gender identification. Part of the policy will stay blocked until a final decision on the case is made.
Southern California Blood Bank now welcomes gay, bisexual men as donors
Southern California Blood Bank is welcoming newly eligible donors, including gay and bisexual men, as part of the FDA's new guidelines regarding blood donation.
Southern California Blood Bank is welcoming newly eligible donors, including gay and bisexual men, as part of the FDA's new guidelines regarding blood donation.
LA elementary schools begin week of LGBTQ+ lessons
As October marks LGBTQ History Month and coincides with National Coming Out Day, the LAUSD has introduced suggested lesson plans aimed at fostering inclusivity and educating students about LGBTQ+ topics, sparking both support and controversy among parents and educators.
As October marks LGBTQ History Month and coincides with National Coming Out Day, the LAUSD has introduced suggested lesson plans aimed at fostering inclusivity and educating students about LGBTQ+ topics, sparking both support and controversy among parents and educators.
LA elementary schools to celebrate National Coming Out Day with a week of LGBTQ+ lessons
Starting Monday, LAUSD elementary schools will participate in a week-long celebration of 'National Coming Out Day.'
Starting Monday, LAUSD elementary schools will participate in a week-long celebration of 'National Coming Out Day.'
Newsom signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings
The bill takes effect immediately. Newsom called the measure "long overdue.
The bill takes effect immediately. Newsom called the measure "long overdue.
Newport Beach doctor who treats LGBTQ+ community charged with sexually assaulting 9 male patients
William Thompson IV was charged with sexually assaulting nine male patients between 2016 and 2020.
William Thompson IV was charged with sexually assaulting nine male patients between 2016 and 2020.
Newsom signs bills boosting protections for LGBTQ+ people in California
All California public schools will be required to provide gender-neutral restrooms under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
All California public schools will be required to provide gender-neutral restrooms under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.