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News, culture and community stories from LGBTQIA+ Chicago and beyond.
A chaotic walkthrough of digital self-care, physical security keys, and why your analog tote bag is leaking more data than your Wi-Fi router.
In the latest installment of sharing about everyday legends, veterinary technician Charles "Charlie" Castro reflects on navigating faith, family dynamics, and living life proudly as an openly gay man.
A founding voice behind ACT UP Chicago and the city's landmark human rights legislation reflects on coalition-building, the AIDS crisis, and why the work of liberation is far from finished.
From grassroots healthcare to legendary runway performances, the third annual Vogue for Good event honored the trailblazers and youth shaping Chicago's LGBTQ community.
A Chicago country tea dance brought the community together to raise funds and awareness for The Trevor Project, featuring a blessing from Sister Pegatha Bundy and a reflection on the organization's lifesaving mission.
State officials and community members gathered in Chicago to recognize local leaders for their outstanding service in business, education, labor, and civil rights.
Interdisciplinary artist and drag performer Alex Benjamin reflects on his one-person show, The Witch Project, discovering Hollywood costume designer Kent Warner, and why understanding queer ancestry is essential for the
In his own words, veteran writer and advocate Ben Musa shares his path from suppressing his identity in suburban Texas to embracing his queerness and demanding change for the next generation.
Get ready for a quarter-century of camp! Hell in a Handbag Productions announces its 25th Anniversary Season, featuring a holiday Golden Girls musical, the return of Caged Dames, and a sci-fi romp with Khan.
Discover how older and younger generations connected over personal coming-out stories, historical resistance, and community advocacy at a special LGBTQ History Month event.
Living Queer Monthly gathered at the Center on Halsted for an evening of community, local arts, and solidarity during Latine Heritage Month.
Get ready, Chicago! The iconic former Pasteur space at 5525 N. Broadway is roaring back to life with a brand-new double-feature. Starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026, the neighborhood favorite is returning as a cross-conc
After his Meet the Press spotlight, we break down his record on LGBTQ issues, why Robert Reich calls him a "big mistake" for Dems, and whether our community should buy what he's selling.
Bayou wit meets the 2028 culture wars. Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy just left the door wide open to a White House run—warning he'll jump in if the GOP field gets overrun by "goobers." But what would a Kennedy campaign mea
Between the trauma of COVID, media outrage, and a suspected outbreak halfway across the globe, folks are losing their minds. Here's a reality check on what's actually happening in Siberia, how to keep your cool, and why
You do not need to wear Greek letters to know how the boys'-club machine operates. As Title IX protections get stripped away, the fight for survivor justice is the fight for our own survival.
From designing spaces at Skokie's Holocaust Museum to finding his voice as an artist, second-generation photographer Harold Di Vito shares his story of resilience.
From powerful personal testimonies to calls for radical solidarity and support for Spanish-language theater, explore the highlights from the latest Queer Quentos gathering in Chicago.
As the federal government scraps recent equity rules, we're taking a hard look at what this means for the future of student civil rights.
From the halls of the White House to grassroots organizing, trailblazing advocate Adrienne McCue shares how navigating survival, poverty, and intersectional identity shaped her life's work for the LGBTQ community.
From drag performances by Coco Sho-Nell to heartfelt honors for longtime volunteers, catch up on everything that happened as Gerber Hart Library and Archives celebrated 45 milestone years of preserving LGBTQ history.
From trans joy and education rights to family advocacy and youth-led sketch comedy, the upcoming Power of PFLAG Conference has a packed agenda. Find out what to expect on October 10 and how to secure your spot for just $
Sweeping federal policy changes are bringing major Medicaid rollbacks to Illinois, hitting low-income residents and LGBTQ communities hard. Here is what you need to know about those state letters and where to get help be
From Ryan Murphy's latest true-crime twist and a star-studded American Horror Story crossover to the queer-heavy sketch brilliance of SNL UK on Peacock, here is what you need to queue up as the new television season kick