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Barracuda, known for its long-running "Star Search" drag show, first opened in 1995.

Barracuda closing down after three decades

By Matt Tracy

Ana Reyes, the judge who ruled against the Trump administration's ban on trans troops, testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 22, 2022.

Legal

‘Soaked in animus’: Judge blocks Trump’s ban on transgender troops

By Matt Tracy

A sign marks the headquarters of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 20, 2025.

Health

Department of Veteran Affairs bans gender-affirming care for trans vets

By Matt Tracy

Pete Buttigieg won't run for office in Michigan, but his name remains in the mix for the 2028 presidential race.

Politics

Pete Buttigieg says he won’t run for office in Michigan

By Matt Tracy

Bayard Rustin lived in the same apartment in Chelsea from 1962 until his death in 1987.

National Park Service claims error after partially scrubbing page about Bayard Rustin

By Matt Tracy

2018.06.10_Alessia_Cara_at_the_Capital_Pride_Concert_with_a_Sony_A7III,_Washington,_DC_USA_03656_(42017806694)

Pride

DC prepares to host WorldPride May 17-June 8

By Matt Tracy

A sign pays tribute to Marsha P. Johnson.

National

National Park Service removes pages about Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera

By Matt Tracy

Sam Nordquist was 24 years old.

Crime

Sam Nordquist’s alleged killers accused of forcing children to torture him

By Matt Tracy

Rev. Liz Edman observes Ash Wednesday.

At Stonewall, ‘Resistance Rangers’ condemn Trump cuts and LGBTQ-affirming Christians observe Ash Wednesday

By Matt Tracy

Players compete in the New York Gay Football League.

Sports

Two decades on, New York Gay Football League maintains inclusive space for LGBTQ athletes

By Matt Tracy

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.

Crime

Manhattan DA’s Office looks to reverse trend of anti-LGBTQ hate crimes

By Matt Tracy

LGBTQIA+ Caucus Co-Chairs Erik Bottcher and Tiffany Cabán.

Politics

City lawmakers introduce package of bills to safeguard TGNCNBI New Yorkers

By Matt Tracy

Proposed legislation in Albany would require Medicaid to cover gender-affirming care in New York State — regardless of federal funding — and ban healthcare discrimination against protected classes.

Health

New state bill targets anti-trans healthcare discrimination, requires Medicaid coverage of gender-affirming care

By Matt Tracy

Outside of Ginger's Bar during Brooklyn Pride in 2024.

National

Gallup: LGBTQ people now make up 9.3% of US population

By Matt Tracy

The LGBT Community Center, located at 207 W. 13th St. in Manhattan, is voluntarily recognizing a staff union.

Legal

‘Our mission is under attack’: LGBTQ centers sue Trump administration over executive orders

By Matt Tracy

Governor Kathy Hochul.

Politics

LGBTQ clubs call on Hochul and state leaders to increase support for trans wellness fund, HIV/AIDS initiatives

By Matt Tracy

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