The history of Pride Festival in Minneapolis
Between the Taylor Swift concert and pride festivities, 500,000 are expected to make their way into Minneapolis over the weekend.
Between the Taylor Swift concert and pride festivities, 500,000 are expected to make their way into Minneapolis over the weekend.
Inside 'one-of-a-kind' gay-owned Mpls boutique
In the North Loop of Minneapolis resides a retail business that defies conventional descriptions. MartinPatrick3, as its owners say, isn't a department store, but a "lifestyle" store. The gay-owned business has received both national and international recognition, thanks in part to its commitment to its constant evolution. FOX 9's Rose Schmidt takes us inside this unique retail experience.
In the North Loop of Minneapolis resides a retail business that defies conventional descriptions. MartinPatrick3, as its owners say, isn't a department store, but a "lifestyle" store. The gay-owned business has received both national and international recognition, thanks in part to its commitment to its constant evolution. FOX 9's Rose Schmidt takes us inside this unique retail experience.
Pride Month events in Minnesota 2023
As Pride Month begins, several cities and businesses are hosting pride events across the state of Minnesota.
As Pride Month begins, several cities and businesses are hosting pride events across the state of Minnesota.
Couple claims assault in hate-motivated attack
A Minneapolis couple claims they were violently assaulted in an unprovoked attack they believe was motivated by hate. The alleged assault unfolded last Thursday evening at Hidden Beach, a tucked-away oasis on Twin Lake within Theo Wirth Park in Golden Valley.
A Minneapolis couple claims they were violently assaulted in an unprovoked attack they believe was motivated by hate. The alleged assault unfolded last Thursday evening at Hidden Beach, a tucked-away oasis on Twin Lake within Theo Wirth Park in Golden Valley.
Minnesota queer Realtor helps families find homes after fleeing states with anti-LBGTQ laws
Buying a home is one of the most expensive and stressful life events. It can be an even more emotional experience for families who are relocating to Minnesota from a state where they feel their rights are under attack.
Buying a home is one of the most expensive and stressful life events. It can be an even more emotional experience for families who are relocating to Minnesota from a state where they feel their rights are under attack.
Queer Realtor connects LGBTQ buyers in MN
As more LGBTQ folks chose to move to Minnesota amid new laws and right protections, and growing threats in other states, a queer Realtor is working to make a difference.
As more LGBTQ folks chose to move to Minnesota amid new laws and right protections, and growing threats in other states, a queer Realtor is working to make a difference.
Queer Realtor connects as LGBTQ buyers flock to MN
As more LGBTQ folks chose to move to Minnesota amid new laws and right protections, and growing threats in other states, a queer Realtor is working to make a difference.
As more LGBTQ folks chose to move to Minnesota amid new laws and right protections, and growing threats in other states, a queer Realtor is working to make a difference.
Minnesota AIDS Project: 40 years of supporting people diagnosed with AIDS
Approximately 10,000 Minnesotans are living with HIV and 300 more are diagnosed every year. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the first organization in the state dedicated to supporting them.
Approximately 10,000 Minnesotans are living with HIV and 300 more are diagnosed every year. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the first organization in the state dedicated to supporting them.
Behind the scenes of the Twin Cities only bisexual TV program
For more than 20 years, BiCities has been giving a voice to an often misunderstood faction of the LGBTQ community through a weekly public television program. Today, the co-hosts say their mission is more important than ever before.
For more than 20 years, BiCities has been giving a voice to an often misunderstood faction of the LGBTQ community through a weekly public television program. Today, the co-hosts say their mission is more important than ever before.
TV program Bi-Cities uplifts bisexual community
For more than 20 years Bi-Cities has been giving a voice to the local bisexual community, with local doctors who lead the conversation.
For more than 20 years Bi-Cities has been giving a voice to the local bisexual community, with local doctors who lead the conversation.
Hopkins, Minn. gears up for its first pride festival
For the first time in its history, Hopkins, Minnesota is readying to host a pride festival this weekend.
For the first time in its history, Hopkins, Minnesota is readying to host a pride festival this weekend.
Longest running LGBTQ radio show celebrates 45 years
The longest running LGBTQ radio show in the country is celebrating 45 years on the air, broadcasting from the KFAI studios in Minneapolis every week since 1978.
The longest running LGBTQ radio show in the country is celebrating 45 years on the air, broadcasting from the KFAI studios in Minneapolis every week since 1978.
45 Years of 'Fresh Fruit': Uplifting LGBTQ radio in Minneapolis
For more than 45 years, it has been a beacon for the LGBTQ+ community, broadcasting live every week from the KFAI studios in Minneapolis. A program, dedicated to uplifting queer and trans voices, was a pioneer in its own right.
For more than 45 years, it has been a beacon for the LGBTQ+ community, broadcasting live every week from the KFAI studios in Minneapolis. A program, dedicated to uplifting queer and trans voices, was a pioneer in its own right.
Joe Biden reveals LGBTQ+ initiatives but postpones White House Pride Month event due to poor air quality
The Pride Month event will be held Saturday and will show support for LGBTQ+ people at a time when the community feels under attack and the White House has little recourse to challenge state-level legislation against them.
The Pride Month event will be held Saturday and will show support for LGBTQ+ people at a time when the community feels under attack and the White House has little recourse to challenge state-level legislation against them.
Inside the growing LGBTQ archive in Minnesota
Archival collections like at the University of Minnesota play an essential role in gathering, storing, and making accessible critical artifacts that speak to the history and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community.
Archival collections like at the University of Minnesota play an essential role in gathering, storing, and making accessible critical artifacts that speak to the history and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community.
Human Rights Campaign declares state of emergency warning for LGBTQ+ people
The civil rights group warns of what it calls an “unprecedented and dangerous" rise in discriminatory laws in some states, saying more than 70 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been signed into law so far this year.
The civil rights group warns of what it calls an “unprecedented and dangerous" rise in discriminatory laws in some states, saying more than 70 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been signed into law so far this year.
Dozens of Pride Flags replace one stolen in West St. Paul
The community of West St. Paul has flipped the script on a shameful act kickstarting Pride Month last week.
The community of West St. Paul has flipped the script on a shameful act kickstarting Pride Month last week.
Pride becomes minefield for big US companies, but many continue their support
Dozens of big companies are sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events and displaying racks of Pride-themed merchandise. But this year, the rainbow has lost some shine.
Dozens of big companies are sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events and displaying racks of Pride-themed merchandise. But this year, the rainbow has lost some shine.
Tennessee's anti-drag law struck down as too broad, too vague
The judge, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump, said placing strict limits on drag shows is unconstitutional.
The judge, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump, said placing strict limits on drag shows is unconstitutional.
3 out of 4 Americans support LGBTQ ad campaigns, GLAAD survey finds
More than half of people polled said seeing LGBTQ people in ads makes them "more comfortable with people who are different than themselves."
More than half of people polled said seeing LGBTQ people in ads makes them "more comfortable with people who are different than themselves."