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Rachel Levine serves as the Assistant Secretary of Health in the Department of Health and Human Services.

Health

In historic role, Rachel Levine navigates hostile climate with a focus on protecting youth

By Matt Tracy

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National

Medical examiner releases Nex Benedict’s full autopsy

By Matt Tracy

National

No charges to be filed in fight involving Oklahoma non-binary teen Nex Benedict, prosecutor says

By Sean Murphy, AP

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National

Medical examiner says Nex Benedict died by suicide

By Matt Tracy

Politics

Ban on gender-affirming care for minors allowed to take effect in Indiana

By Isabella Volmert, AP

Crime

Man guilty in Black transgender woman’s killing in 1st federal hate crime trial over gender identity

By James Pollard, AP/Report for America

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Crime

‘We must demand justice’: Non-binary teen’s death in Oklahoma sparks national attention

By Matt Tracy

National

Despite many LGBTQ gamers, video games lack representation

By Matt Tracy

National

The Census Bureau is considering how to ask about sexual orientation and gender identity. People have their opinions

By Mike Schneider, AP

The Human Rights Campaign's headquarters in Washington, DC.

Youth

HRC report sheds light on experiences of Black LGBTQ youth

By Matt Tracy

Politics

Statehouses and AGs continue attacks on trans Americans

By Matt Tracy

National

Trans veterans sue to have gender-affirming surgery covered by Department of Veteran Affairs

By Pat Eaton-Robb, AP

TLDEF executive director Andy Marra and NCTE executive director Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen will lead a new organization called Advocates for Trans Equality.

Legal

TLDEF and NCTE to merge into one political and legal powerhouse for trans rights

By Matt Tracy

HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said the final rule "clarifies protections for people with religious or moral objections while also ensuring access to care for all in keeping with the law.”

Health

HHS guts Trump’s ‘conscience’ rule, drawing praise from LGBTQ legal groups

By Matt Tracy

Ohio state lawmakers overrode Governor Mike DeWine's veto of anti-LGBTQ legislation that passed last year.

Health

Ohio House overrides Republican governor’s veto of ban on gender-affirming care for minors

By Samanthan Hendrickson, AP/Report for America

Crowds hover around Ginger's Bar at Brooklyn Pride in 2023.

National

Report: LGBTQ people represent 5.5% of US population

By Matt Tracy

More from Around NYC

A Whole Foods Market Daily Shop is set to open in Brooklyn in December.

Whole Foods Market Daily Shop to open on Grand Street in December

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani served lunch to veterans in Parkchester Tuesday instead of attending the official veterans day parade, sparking a debate about what it means to truly support veterans and whether his absence was a snub or a sign of deeper commitment.

Mamdani skipped Veteran’s Day Parade to serve Bronx veterans hot meals

Sooroojballie stands with his chef and kitchen staff, the team behind Déjà Brew Café’s flavorful fusion dishes that celebrate Caribbean, American, and Latin influences.

From Guyana to Queens: Suraj Sooroojballie redefines the café experience

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City’s self-funded health plan clears key bureaucratic hurdle as Comptroller Lander registers contract facing legal challenge