FBI, DHS warn of increased terrorist threat to LGBTQIA+ events ahead of Pride Month
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are warning Americans about the threat of foreign terrorist organizations targeting LGBTQIA+-related events and venues as Pride Month kicks off in June.
Rainbow flag bans in Minnesota could be illegal if new law is approved
Banning a rainbow flag – oftentimes synonymous with the LGBTQIA community – at local governments, charter schools, and colleges could become illegal in Minnesota if a new proposal being discussed by lawmakers is ultimately approved.
Supreme Court declines to intervene in transgender bathroom debate
The Supreme Court on Tuesday passed up a chance to intervene in the debate over bathrooms for transgender students, rejecting an appeal from an Indiana public school district.
Moscow gay bars raided by police after Supreme Court decision deeming LGBTQ+ movement 'extremist'
Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow Friday night, less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist organization.
The 1975 cancels shows in Jakarta, Taipei after taking same-sex stance in Malaysia
Matt Healey, the lead vocal of The 1975, used profanity in his speech criticizing the government’s stance against homosexuality, before kissing bass player Ross MacDonald.
Owatonna mayor?s Pride comments questioned
The mayor of Owatonna is facing calls for his resignation in the wake of "bizarre" comments about a Pride event in the city this month. The Associated Church hosted a worship service earlier this month and they found themselves at the center of a firestorm because of it.
48-hour 'drag-a-thon' breaks world record, raises $300K for LGBTQ charity
Not only did the drag-a-thon make history, but supporters raised $285,000 for The Trevor Project, a nonprofit that works to prevent suicide among LGBTQ youth.
Year after Pride sex assault, charges declined
For one Minnesota woman memories from the Pride Block Party a year ago come back as two-to-three-second flashes:? Images of dancing with a friend at the Saloon night club, sitting in a stranger?s car in a parking ramp, and her rape by that same stranger.
Twin Cities Pride attendees reflect: ‘We can be our most authentic selves’
With this year’s Pride coming at a time of increased bigotry being directed at LGBTQ+ people across the county, the Twin Cities Pride executive director told FOX 9 the event was a good reminder of how the situation in Minnesota is better than in many other states.
Twin Cities Pride events
People celebrated pride month in the Twin Cities Saturday and one event got a surprise visit from First Lady Jill Biden.
The Up Stairs Lounge fire: How a deadly attack on the gay community fueled lasting change
The Up Stairs Lounge arson killed 32 people in New Orleans - and fueled a movement that continues half a century later.
Busy weekend in Minneapolis
A busy weekend will see more than 500,000 people in Minneapolis for both Pride weekend and two Taylor Swift concerts.
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.
AG Ellison urges Target to reinstate Pride merchandise, offers to help counter anti-LGBTQIA+ harassment
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and 14 other state AGs have urged Target to consider reinstating Pride merchandise, offering assistance against anti-LGBTQIA+ harassment in stores.
Pride Month events in Minnesota 2023
As Pride Month begins, several cities and businesses are hosting pride events across the state of Minnesota.
Minneapolis gay bar The Saloon cuts ties with Anheuser-Busch
A Minneapolis gay bar has announced it has cut ties with Anheuser-Busch, and will replace its products with beers from local breweries.
Bud Light no longer America's top-selling beer as backlash continues
It's a milestone in Bud Light's months-long sales decline since early April, when critics who were angered by the brewer sending a commemorative can to transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney vowed to boycott the brand.
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.
Hopkins to host first Pride fest
With June being Pride month, the city of Hopkins is set to host its first ever Pride festival this weekend.
Pride gem: Country’s 2nd queer library celebrates decades in Minneapolis
In the heart of the Twin Cities lies a hidden gem for the LGBTQ community. Long aisles filled with books featuring queer characters define the Quatrefoil Library — the second oldest of its kind in the United States.