Montana GOP bars transgender lawmaker from 2023 session
Transgender lawmaker Zooey Zephyr was barred from participating on the House floor as Republican leaders voted Wednesday to silence her for the rest of 2023 session after she protested GOP leaders’ decision earlier in the week to silence her.
Court orders students to reveal their names after suing sorority over trans member
Six of the original seven plaintiffs complied with the order and have revealed their names to the public last week.
CVS 'gender transition' guide says employees must use preferred pronouns, can use bathroom reflecting identity
In the guidelines obtained exclusively by FOX Business, employees are told they may be entitled to a medical leave of absence "under the Family and Medical Leave Act, state law, and/or CVS Health policy."
Walt Disney World to host world’s largest LGBTQ+ conference amid criticism from DeSantis
The decision to hold the conference in Florida was made in 2019, according to a spokesperson for Out & Equal.
Texas lawmakers debating transgender bills
In the 88th Texas legislature, lawmakers are debating several bills that could affect the lives of transgender Texans. Alex Boyer from our sister station in Dallas explains how the LGBTQ community is fighting back.
Caught on Cam: Man brutally beaten by bouncer at LGBTQ event in Houston
A shocking video shows bouncers brutally assaulting a man during an LGBTQ event at a Houston establishment.
Lawsuit: Transgender Wells Fargo teller says managers ‘laughed’ as customers mocked her
The former teller said customers abused and bullied her while her managers stood by, laughing or “playing silent.”
Missouri lawmakers to take up more restrictive 'Don't Say Gay' bill
The Missouri proposal goes farther than the Florida law, which bars instruction on sexual orientation, gender identity and other lessons deemed not age appropriate in kindergarten through third grade.
Former Houston mayor warns against "demonizing" transgender Texans, drag shows
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker may not be in office but she's very much in the fight for equal representation.
EXCLUSIVE: Former Houston mayor speaks on guiding LGBT candidates into elected office
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker has quietly become an "impact player in the national political landscape. She may not be in office but she's very much in the fight for equal representation and the "equal rights" seat at the table will help ensure. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan speaks exclusively with Parker on how she continues to make a difference in politics.
Pope Francis clarifies stance on homosexuality: 'Every sexual act outside of marriage is a sin'
His comments calling for the decriminalization of homosexuality were hailed by LGBTQ advocates as a milestone that would help end harassment and violence against LGBTQ persons.
Inked up for the H? Astros fans show off tattoos
Some people wear their hearts on their sleeves and some have the tattoos to prove it. FOX 26 anchors Rashi Vats and Jonathan Martin with a fan who is inked out to show off his undeniable love for Houston
Boston Marathon opens 2023 race to nonbinary athletes
Organizers confirmed the change as registration opened Monday for the 127th running of the marathon on April 17, 2023.
50,000 monkeypox vaccines set aside for gay pride events, health officials say
At least a dozen U.S. pride events are scheduled over the next two months.
Same-sex couple starts LGBTQ+ friendly wedding business, after facing discrimination
A local same-sex couple who faced discrimination while trying to plan their dream wedding started their own business to bridge the gap for other LGBTQ+ couples looking to tie the knot.
House votes for protections for same-sex and interracial marriages
Democrats argued intensely in favor of enshrining marriage equality in federal law, while Republicans steered clear of openly rejecting gay marriage.
Social media platforms failing to stop hate, threats against LGBTQ users, report says
The GLAAD report says that instead of protecting LGBTQ users, the companies are safeguarding information about how they respond to those attacks.
Houston Pride draws thousands as worries grow for the future of same-sex marriage
Thousands of people flocked to Houston City Hall Saturday to celebrate Pride, and while it was a fun, positive atmosphere, many of the LGBTQ+ community are fearful for the future of gay marriage.
Houston Pride draws thousands as worries grow for the future of same-sex marriage
Thousands of people flocked to Houston City Hall Saturday to celebrate Pride, and while it was a fun, positive atmosphere, many of the LGBTQIA+ community are fearful for the future of gay marriage.
2022 Pride Festival in Houston returns outside City Hall in wake of Roe v. Wade overturning
Houston held its annual Pride celebration outside City Hall. FOX 26's Shelby Rose shares how some residents worry the news of Roe v. Wade getting overturned by the Supreme Court could result in subsequent actions affecting LGBTQIA+ members like rights to contraception and gay marriage.