Ohio Republican proposes election bill that could protect transgender candidates

The Republican at the center of Ohio's anti-transgender name-change controversy wants to reform the election law that caused it

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Vivek Ramaswamy earns an ‘F’ in LGBTQ+ rights; here’s a look at his track record

The Republican Ohio governor nominee has consistently supported anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and used transphobic rhetoric

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Black LGBTQ+ women aren’t safe in Cleveland, but they’re finding ways to thrive

In 2020, an analysis by Bloomberg CityLab ranked Cleveland as the worst city for Black women to live. For Black LGBTQ+ women, the struggles are real.

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Ohio Didn’t Lose My Daughter Overnight. It Lost Her One Decision at a Time. [COMMENTARY]

'We never wanted to become advocates. We became advocates because our daughter’s humanity kept becoming a political debate.'

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Ohio's laws criminalize people living with HIV. This org is doing everything they can to change that.

From education to advocacy, Caracole in Cincinnati is wielding every tool at their disposal to help end the HIV epidemic.

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First-time Prides in Ohio saw their hometowns in a new kaleidoscope of colors this year

‘We opened up a safe space for at least one person to attend.’

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Amy Acton’s campaign staff met with Ohio LGBTQ+ leaders. The meeting did not go well.

Acton didn’t attend. Leaders were barred from entry. Others were kicked out.

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Reel talk: How one Ohio fly fishing group is casting a wide net to get women hooked

Founded in 2019, Ohio Women on the Fly was inspired by a national nonprofit for female anglers to build community around recreation, mentorship, education and advocacy.

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Meet the Ohio nun who has been working on the frontlines of HIV/AIDS work for decades

Not every nun lists their pronouns in their e-mail signature. But not every nun is quite like Sister Susan Zion.

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This News is So Gay (7/29/26): Covering the Trump Administration’s Latest Attacks on the LGBTQ+ Community

Featuring: Christopher Wiggins (The Advocate) and Orion Rummler (The 19th)

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Lima residents, council members speak out against anti-LGBTQ+ billboards on the street and in city hall

Around 40 people attended a rally to protest against the billboards attacking nontraditional parents.

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Equality Ohio changes grade for Dr. Amy Acton from ‘A’ to ‘Pending’

Decision comes after Acton failed to support transgender athletes during an interview with the Toledo Blade

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‘The vibe will be family’: Akron Black Family Pride Cookout to be held on August 1

All are welcome to the free event, celebrating its landmark 10th year

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There's a not-so-secret garden growing in Dayton’s BIPOC LGBTQ+ community

Black In Blooming is cultivating community and health for Black queer Daytonians through art, movement and intentional spaces for belonging

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Ohio's laws criminalize people living with HIV. This org is doing everything they can to change that.

From education to advocacy, Caracole in Cincinnati is wielding every tool at their disposal to help end the HIV epidemic.

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Ohio middle school teacher launches effort to protect LGBTQ+ public school students from harmful laws and policies

Honesty for Mahoning Valley Education wants to activate communities to help stop "efforts to dismantle public education."

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Rural LGBTQ+ Ohio turns out for Fremont Pride. Here's what we saw.

"I want people walking away from Pride today feeling seen, heard and loved."

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Anti-LGBTQ+ billboards pop up in rural Ohio. Communities are immediately pushing back.

‘These billboards don’t just attack LGBTQ+ families, they erase every Ohio kid whose home doesn’t fit a narrow, manufactured mold.’

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‘Playing with fire’: Trump administration cuts HIV prevention funding to community-based organizations, including Equitas Health in Ohio

Advocates fear the cuts could set the stage for an increase in new HIV cases.

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Anti-LGBTQ+ billboards pop up in rural Ohio. Communities are immediately pushing back.

‘These billboards don’t just attack LGBTQ+ families, they erase every Ohio kid whose home doesn’t fit a narrow, manufactured mold.’

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This News is So Gay (7/22/26): Amplifying “Pride on Full Display at the Obama Presidential Center”

Featuring: Anna DeShawn (E3 Radio / Queer News / The Qube)

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Cleveland’s Twist Social Club celebrates 27 years of being a nightlife island of community and joy

How one Ohio bar embraces a community focus as many LGBTQ+ clubs combat closures.

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Ohio middle school teacher launches effort to protect LGBTQ+ public school students from harmful laws and policies

Honesty for Mahoning Valley Education wants to activate communities to help stop "efforts to dismantle public education."

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Crowdfunding has become a lifeline for LGBTQ+ Ohioans of color

Community members say online fundraisers and mutual aid are filling gaps left by housing, healthcare and employment systems.

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Depositions from Ohio teacher’s lawsuit against district shed light on how 'Hate Has No Home Here' poster was targeted

Ohio school board president’s hunt for LGBTQ+ 'ideology' possibly began with a tip from a pastor convicted of sex crimes involving minors

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One year later, 988 still doesn’t have a hotline for LGBTQ+ youth

Congress granted funds to restore this critical service months ago. But it may not be back until the end of 2026.

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LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence sometimes fear emergency shelters. One Ohio org has booked an alternative.

LGBTQ+ people have higher barriers to seeking and getting help, fearing mistreatment from social workers, healthcare workers and law enforcement.

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Depositions from Ohio teacher’s lawsuit against district shed light on how 'Hate Has No Home Here' poster was targeted

Ohio school board president’s hunt for LGBTQ+ 'ideology' possibly began with a tip from a pastor convicted of sex crimes involving minors

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