Where Have All the AIDS Walks Gone?
AIDS walks used to be a pivotal part of the fall community calendar, and now they’re virtually no more. Once upon a time, they were everywhere in Michigan [...]
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.
Jonathan Van Ness Takes a Whirlwind Tour Educating Transphobes on the Realties of Women in Sports
Jonathan Van Ness, beauty influencer, entrepreneur, amateur gymnast, star of Netflix's “Queer Eye” and all-around fantastic human being, has been [...]
The Global Destinations That Inspire 'Bargain Block' Couple Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas
How the French countryside to the beaches of L.A. influence Detroit starter-home renos.
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Michigan
Queer Things to Do: Get in One More Pride Fest, See Gina Chavez and Renée Fleming, Help Launch a New Queer Book
Now that the “Barbie” hoopla has passed, you can seek out queer energy in new places. Just kidding — it’s time to sort out your Barbiecore Halloween costume.
The Global Destinations That Inspire 'Bargain Block' Couple Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas
How the French countryside to the beaches of L.A. influence Detroit starter-home renos.
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 controversial mural that opponents say features queer themes and [...]
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.
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 needed to hear as a gay teen.
May 29, 2008: The Audacity of Pride
As a queer, Black woman, artist and activist, I see my many intersectional communities making progress but still under attack.
April 26, 2007: Father Figure
With all the hate and violence and repression, one of the most important safe spaces is in the arms of family.
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 their dreams and embrace and garner enough self-love to pass
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 delivery route.
Entertainment
Jonathan Van Ness Takes a Whirlwind Tour Educating Transphobes on the Realties of Women in Sports
Jonathan Van Ness, beauty influencer, entrepreneur, amateur gymnast, star of Netflix's “Queer Eye” and all-around fantastic human being, has been [...]
The Global Destinations That Inspire 'Bargain Block' Couple Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas
How the French countryside to the beaches of L.A. influence Detroit starter-home renos.
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," was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame [...]
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.
Opinions
Where Have All the AIDS Walks Gone?
AIDS walks used to be a pivotal part of the fall community calendar, and now they’re virtually no more. Once upon a time, they were everywhere in Michigan [...]
GOP to County: Let Us Hurt Transgender People or We’re Shutting This Whole Thing Down
Will they or won’t they? That’s the question on everyone’s mind in the U.S. as we watch “The Bachelor…” Oh, wait. My bad. [...]
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 further."
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 the morning as my son, who is in high school, gets ready for [...]
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 them."
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 deny his years growing up in Holland either. The Tulip Time [...]
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 and subject to peer circles that we can’t fully [...]
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 a fun side project.” Now, 11 seasons later, [...]
An Invaluable New Resource for Donor-Conceived People with LGBTQ+ Parents
COLAGE, the national organization for people with LGBTQ+ parents, recently released an updated edition of its groundbreaking guide for donor-conceived people [...]
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 stressful. I wasn’t totally sure how to support him, or even [...]
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 in protections and rights (though, more recently, some [...]
Opinions
Where Have All the AIDS Walks Gone?
AIDS walks used to be a pivotal part of the fall community calendar, and now they’re virtually no more. Once upon a time, they were everywhere in Michigan [...]
GOP to County: Let Us Hurt Transgender People or We’re Shutting This Whole Thing Down
Will they or won’t they? That’s the question on everyone’s mind in the U.S. as we watch “The Bachelor…” Oh, wait. My bad. [...]
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 further."
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 the morning as my son, who is in high school, gets ready for [...]
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 them."