Pork Roll, Egg, and Queens Drag Brunch to Cap Off Ocean County’s Pride Weekend
A drag brunch at Seaside Social House will close out a three-day Pride Weekend celebration that brought events to Toms River and Seaside Heights. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Pride Weekend festivities in…
Piers Morgan confronts Joy Reid over past blog post during heated exchange on LGBTQ issues
NEW YORK, N.Y. — A tense on-air exchange unfolded between Piers Morgan and MSNBC host Joy Reid during an episode of Piers Morgan Uncensored, as Morgan accused Reid of past homophobic remarks…
Knifepoint mugging ends with LGBTQ hate crime in New York City
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Police are searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a hate crime incident that occurred earlier this month outside a business on Grove Street in Manhattan’s 6th…
New Jersey LGBTQ rights group pushes to block parental rights in Monmouth school district
COLTS NECK, NJ — A proposed “Parents Bill of Rights” by the Colts Neck Board of Education has drawn sharp criticism from a leading LGBTQ advocacy group, triggering a public exchange of…
Over 100 Intelligence Officers Stripped of Clearances in Explosive Trans, LGBTQ Sex Chat Scandal
A major scandal has rocked the U.S. intelligence community, resulting in the termination and revocation of security clearances for more than 100 officers across multiple agencies. The unprecedented action, announced by Director…
Spadea, Ciattarelli to Skip LGBTQ Candidate Forums as Bramnick Joins Dems
TRENTON, N.J. — Garden State Equality is hosting a series of virtual roundtables with candidates running for New Jersey governor in 2025. The events, held throughout February, will provide a platform for…
Murphy highlights LGBTQ+ protections, vows to defend trans rights from Trump changes
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to LGBTQ+ rights, particularly protections for the transgender community, as he warned of potential federal rollbacks under the Trump administration. Murphy praised…
Gov. Murphy Highlights Transgender Awareness Week, Reaffirms Support for LGBTQ+ Rights
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy took to social media on Tuesday to recognize Transgender Awareness Week, an annual observance dedicated to increasing visibility and understanding of transgender and non-binary…
LGBTQ NJ Attorney General Matthew Platkin Receives Harvey Milk Award for Advocacy
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin was honored with the Harvey Milk Award on Wednesday during a ceremony at the Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex in Trenton. The award…
LGBTQ Navy Captain Rams Ship Into Reef Off Samoan Coast
APIA, Samoa — The New Zealand navy has lost its first ship since World War II after the HMNZS Manawanui sank on a reef off the coast of Samoa, sparking concerns over a potential…
New Jersey Advances Bill That Would Allow LGBTQ, Gender, Sex Books in Schools Advances
TRENTON, N.J. — The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill on Monday aimed at protecting the right to access diverse library materials and shielding librarians from harassment linked to book ban efforts.…
LGBTQ Man Attacked and Beaten While Riding New York City Subway Train
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a man wanted in connection with an assault and hate crime that occurred on a…
New Jersey AG Returns to Federal Courts to Support Title IX Protections for LGBTQ+ Students
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in partnership with California and Pennsylvania, announced the filing of two amicus briefs defending Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students. The briefs…
Jersey City Pride Festival Celebrates LGBTQ+ Diversity and Unity
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — The Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival is set to take place today, transforming Newark Avenue into a vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusivity. Running from 1 p.m. to…
Phil Murphy Teams Up with Trans Candidate for DNC Moment on LGBTQ Rights
TRENTON,NJ – In a moment that was supposed to be all about unity and pride, things didn’t go entirely according to plan when New Jersey’s Governor Phil Murphy was spotlighted at the…
Pennsylvania Superior Court Reinstates Third Degree Murder Charge in 2022 LGBTQ+ Bar Incident
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a significant legal reversal, the Pennsylvania Superior Court has reinstated a Third Degree Murder charge against Kenneth Frye, a bouncer involved in a fatal incident outside a Center…
New York Pledges $5.4 Million Investment in LGBTQ+ Community Initiatives
ALBANY, NY— Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a significant $5.4 million investment aimed at supporting the LGBTQ+ community in New York. This includes a $4.4 million allocation to the Harlem SGL•LGBTQ Center…
Video Shows NYC Banker Attacked Twice by LGBTQ Mob Before Retaliating
Full Footage Released of NYC Banker Incident Following Pride Event Assault New York, NY — Jonathan Kaye, a banker from New York City who gained notoriety last month for a viral incident,…
7 LGBTQ+ Friendly Destinations in New Jersey During Pride Month
New Jersey stands out as a top destination for LGBTQ-friendly travel, offering a variety of unique experiences from city vibes to coastal retreats. Here’s a look at some of the most welcoming…
Rights Group Puts Target on Major Retailer That Pulled Plug on LGBTQ Clothing During Pride Month
TRENTON, NJ —Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), has expressed disappointment in Target Corporation’s recent decision to not stock LGBTQ+-themed merchandise in some stores during Pride Month. In a…
Governor Murphy Signs Law to Certify LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy has signed bipartisan legislation that establishes a state certification program for LGBTQ+-owned businesses in New Jersey. This new law builds on Executive Order No. 295 from…