Teacher loses job after refusing to use transgender students’ pronouns, WI lawsuit says
A Wisconsin teacher has reached a settlement with his former employer after he says he lost his job because he refused to ...
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MARCANO: There’s no perfect way to combat racism or inequality
My friend, Jessica Elesener, has a unique perspective on social issues. She’s a transgender woman who would prefer diversity, equity and inclusion programs weren’t so important to fostering equality.
Ohio Statehouse revives bill to ban anti-LGBTQ+ conversion therapy, as cities take action
While an increasing number of Ohio cities are banning anti-LGBTQ+ practices known as conversion therapy, Statehouse lawmakers have revived a bill to prohibit the ...
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Athens City Council unanimously approves ‘safe haven’ resolution
Athens City Council on Monday unanimously approved resolutions regarding gender-affirming care in Athens, and tax-exempt ...
‘Passports taken by the government’: How new State Department rule blocks trans travelers
The passport ban by the State Department has left transgender, nonbinary, and intersex Americans without one of the most ...
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A home for queer joy: Members of Bossy Grrl’s Pin Up Joint speak on recent transgender legislation, experiences in LGBTQ+ community
Bossy Grrl’s Pin Up Joint has earned a reputation as a vibrant hub for performance, community and self-expression. A staple of the Old North Columbus neighborhood for over a decade, the venue — ...
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Hundreds attend ‘State of the LGBTQ+ Community’ meeting; leaders make calls to action
LGBTQ+ Ohioans gather in Cleveland to support each other, strategize after Trump’s anti-LGBTQ+ executive orders ...
GOP bill to ban trans athletes from women’s sports blocked in Senate
Legislation to prevent transgender athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s sports failed to advance in the Senate ...
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Large restrooms, locker rooms at Wright State now gender specific due to new Ohio law
Wright State University announced a change on-campus to align with recently enacted Ohio Senate Bill 104, which requires schools and universities to clearly label places like bathrooms and changing ...
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How will rumored Trump cuts to the Dept. of Education affect Ohio schools and students?
The rumored budget cuts at the Department of Education has many parents worried about their children’s education, but what is ...
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Mid-Ohio Valley Group Blends Religion, Politics to Affect Policy in Ohio and West Virginia
Quietly, over the past 15 years, small group Bible-study-style gatherings near Parkersburg, W.Va. have formed the foundation ...
Following transgender troop removal announcement, LGBTQ+ Cleveland holds event to address challenges
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - After new Pentagon orders to remove transgender troops from service, LGBT Cleveland is holding an event to address challenges facing the community. LGBT Cleveland says the ...