From Homeless Michigan Teen to City Commission Candidate: Spencer Calhoun’s Ultimate Comeback Story
The 20-year-old union organizer wants to be a voice for the people.
After a Pride Flag Burns, Grosse Pointe Stands Together
Christ Church Grosse Pointe displays unwavering commitment to queer community.
Michigan Trailblazer Kathy Kozachenko, First Out Elected Official in U.S., to Be Honored with Statue in Ann Arbor
Statue to be unveiled during the city’s bicentennial celebration in 2024.
Melissa Etheridge Says She Was Named ‘Worst Female Vocalist’ By Rolling Stone During Jann Wenner’s Reign
'They didn't even review it,' Etheridge said about her hit album 'Yes I Am.'
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Michigan
Mural With Queer Themes Ordered to Be Removed From Michigan Middle School
After nearly a year of back and forth, the Grant School Board voted Sept. 11 to remove a
From Homeless Michigan Teen to City Commission Candidate: Spencer Calhoun’s Ultimate Comeback Story
The 20-year-old union organizer wants to be a voice for the people.
Michigan Trailblazer Kathy Kozachenko, First Out Elected Official in U.S., to Be Honored with Statue in Ann Arbor
Statue to be unveiled during the city’s bicentennial celebration in 2024.
After a Pride Flag Burns, Grosse Pointe Stands Together
Christ Church Grosse Pointe displays unwavering commitment to queer community.
When Garnet Lewis Was Targeted By Small-Town Extremists, the Saugatuck City Councilmember Fought Back
Clerical error cost Lewis thousands in legal fees and left her with a criminal record.
Wayne State University Is Getting a Center That Will Bring LGBTQ+ Services Closer to Students
Queer students weigh in on what the project means to them.
BTL 30th Anniversary
May 2, 2013: Amy Grant In Her First Gay Press Interview
Ten years later, I’m still grateful that what Amy said keeps reaching people who need to hear what I
May 29, 2008: The Audacity of Pride
As a queer, Black woman, artist and activist, I see my many intersectional communities making
April 26, 2007: Father Figure
With all the hate and violence and repression, one of the most important safe spaces is in the arms
Dec. 7, 2006: MSU Student Club Likely Hate Group
That 2006 report by BTL was a warning of the rise of a new form of white supremacy.
March 16, 2006: Affirmative Action, Women’s Rights and Images
The poem serves as an intentional call to action for women to recognize their potential, follow
Sept. 2, 2004: The Financial Burden of Trans Life
My passion to advocate for the rights and dignity of transgender people was born on a newspaper
Entertainment
Melissa Etheridge Says She Was Named ‘Worst Female Vocalist’ By Rolling Stone During Jann Wenner’s Reign
'They didn't even review it,' Etheridge said about her hit album 'Yes I Am.'
Queer Icon John Waters, Self-Proclaimed ‘Filth Elder,’ Receives Much-Deserved Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
John Waters, pioneering DIY filmmaker, author, fashion icon and self-proclaimed “filth elder,"
Alexander Skarsgård Enjoys a Gay Old Time at Gay Club and We're Here For It
Sweden is just bragging at this point with its universal healthcare and random Skarsgård sightings.
This Gay Author’s Book on ‘Why Mariah Carey Matters’ Speaks to the Power of Pop Star Idolization
A book about Mariah is also about a love that sometimes we only find in the music.
Remember When Joe Jonas Accidentally Visited a Gay Club? Pride Source Remembers
It’s time to focus on a more lighthearted Joe Jonas moment.
Pink Delivers Harsh Clapback to Online Troll — But Was Her Response Transphobic?
Some in the queer community have taken offense to the LGBTQ+ ally's clapback.
Opinions
Republican Congresswoman Acts a Groping, Vaping Fool in Public. Blames Democrats.
My wife and I went to the movies recently and managed not to grope each other.
Jenny Jones, Murder and Tabloid TV
"Lots of gay boys have crushes on straight boys. It’s happened to us all. But Amedure took it a step
Parental Rights Groups Somehow Not Concerned About the Rights of Parents Like Me
Good morning! Or whatever time of the day you’re reading this. I happen to be writing this in
Leader of Anti-Equality Org Thinks Republicans Are Too Cozy with the Queers
"I mean, there are a lot of reasons to go after Republicans. But being too liberal isn’t one of
If We’ve Learned Anything From Carlos Santana and Alice Cooper, It’s Knowing When to STFU
Look. No one says the conversation around queer issues (particularly transgender issues) is
Trump Dumps Mug Shot Merch That People Will Pay Money for Because They Are Awful
There are a lot of people celebrating disgraced former president Donald Trump’s arrest, complete
Parenting
Why ‘My So-Called Life’ Actor Wilson Cruz Continues to Help Improve Life for LGBTQ+ Youth
Wilson Cruz doesn’t love thinking too much about his childhood in Michigan, but he won’t
Back-to-School Tips for LGBTQ+ Parents
Back-to-school time can be daunting for any parent, as we leave our children to the care of others
The Queer Family Podcast' Showcases Beautiful, Unique Stories of LGBTQ+ Parenthood
When Jaimie Kelton launched a podcast for queer families in 2018, she thought, “This would be
An Invaluable New Resource for Donor-Conceived People with LGBTQ+ Parents
COLAGE, the national organization for people with LGBTQ+ parents, recently released an updated
Advice for LGBTQ+ Kids and Teens on Coming Out, Finding Support and Celebrating Who You Are
When my 12-year-old son came out as gay, it was an exciting time. But it was also a little
So Your Kid Is Queer: How Parents Can Be Who Their LGBTQ+ Child Needs Them To Be
Parenting a queer child comes with unique considerations. After all, LGBTQ+ people, despite advances
Opinions
Republican Congresswoman Acts a Groping, Vaping Fool in Public. Blames Democrats.
My wife and I went to the movies recently and managed not to grope each other.
Jenny Jones, Murder and Tabloid TV
"Lots of gay boys have crushes on straight boys. It’s happened to us all. But Amedure took it a step
Parental Rights Groups Somehow Not Concerned About the Rights of Parents Like Me
Good morning! Or whatever time of the day you’re reading this. I happen to be writing this in
Leader of Anti-Equality Org Thinks Republicans Are Too Cozy with the Queers
"I mean, there are a lot of reasons to go after Republicans. But being too liberal isn’t one of
If We’ve Learned Anything From Carlos Santana and Alice Cooper, It’s Knowing When to STFU
Look. No one says the conversation around queer issues (particularly transgender issues) is
Trump Dumps Mug Shot Merch That People Will Pay Money for Because They Are Awful
There are a lot of people celebrating disgraced former president Donald Trump’s arrest, complete