Judge rules in favor of 3 transgender women who don't want to be placed in men's prisons

A federal judge has ruled in favor of three transgender women who asked not to be transferred to male prisons across the country, saying they will face harm, humiliation and possible sexual assault, which they have suffered in the past.

3 trans women file emergency request not to be transferred to male prisons

Three transgender women are asking for "emergency relief" to not be transferred to male prisons across the country, saying they will face harm, humiliation and possible sexual assault, which they have suffered in the past.

Twin Cities Pride fundraising goal surpasses $89K after split with Target

After announcing the organization would part ways with a sponsorship from Target, Twin Cities Pride announced it had surpassed its fundraising goal to recoup the $50,000 the company had provided - in less than 24 hours after starting its crowdfunding campaign.

All-gender bathroom at Denver high school under federal investigation

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a high school in Denver after the school district reportedly allowed an all-gender restroom in the school.

Twin Cities Pride says Target will not be in parade or festival after DEI rollback

Twin Cities Pride said that Target will "not have a presence" at the Pride festival or parade following Target's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) goals.

TC Pride responds to Target ending DEI efforts
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Twin Cities Pride released a statement in response to Target announcing it will end its three-year diversity, equity and inclusion goals.

LGBTQ+ community worries about changes to federal gender ID policies

There is confusion and anxiety for the LGBTQ+ community when it comes to the Trump administration’s policies around gender identification.

Minnesota LGBTQ+ advocacy group pushes back on transgender sports bill

The newly sworn-in U.S. House of Representatives is looking to fast track a bill that amends Title IX and bans transgender athletes from women's sports.

LGBTQ+ group responds to transgender sports bill
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The newly sworn-in U.S. House of Representatives hopes to fast-track a bill that will amend Title IX and ban transgender athletes from women's sports. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the full story.

Man accused of assaulting Rep. Nancy Mace released from jail

James McIntyre, a 33-year-old Illinois resident, has been released from jail after being charged with assaulting U.S. Representative Nancy Mace at the Capitol. 

Transgender Day of Remembrance vigil at MN Capitol [FULL]
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A vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance was held at the Minnesota State Capitol on Wednesday. Minnesota's MNclusive Employee Resource Group hosted the vigil, with speakers who included Kat Rohn, the director of OutFront MN, Emma McBride, the executive director of the Council on LBGTQIA2S+ Minnesotans, members of Minnesota state government, and other community members affected by violence against transgender individuals.

Transgender Day of Remembrance vigil held at MN Capitol

A vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance is being held at the Minnesota State Capitol on Wednesday. 

LGBTQ Trump supporter says she's being pushed out by her friends after revealing her vote

Tanya Tsikanovsky says she's an "out and proud" lesbian. After voting for Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Joe Biden in 2020, she decided to vote for Donald Trump in 2024.

New LGBTQ+ youth center opens in Minneapolis
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On Sunday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the grand opening of a new LGBTQIA+ youth center in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis man sentenced for slaying of trans woman

The man convicted of the murder of a trans woman in Minneapolis last winter learned his fate on Wednesday.

Moriarty speaks as man sentenced in trans murder
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty and members of the LGBTQ community spoke on Wednesday as a man was sentenced in the murder of a trans woman in Minneapolis.

Rainbow Health closure leaves employees, community looking for answers

85 employees were left scrambling after the board of directors told them Rainbow Health could no longer pay them after last Thursday.

LGBTQ+ choruses gather in Minneapolis for weekend event
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Thousands of vocalists will be in Minneapolis this week for the largest LGBTQ+ choral event in the world. A total of 122 choruses from around the globe will join the GALA Choruses Festival. There will be hundreds of concerts during the five-day span, July 10-14. Many of the events are free and some are ticketed. The opening event is scheduled for 5 p.m. at Peavey Plaza on July 10. Check out the full schedule online at GalaChoruses.org.