Eve Kucharski
Morrice-Area Man Charged With Murder, Mutilation of Grindr Date Kevin Bacon
On Monday, Dec. 30, Mark David Latunski, 50, of the Morrice area was charged formally with the murder and mutilation of 25-year-old Swartz Creek resident Kevin Bacon. He was arraigned in 66th District Court on one count of open murder and one count [...]
Fair Michigan Hosts Transgender Name Change Clinics
Whether driving, traveling out of the country or simply purchasing a drink, proper identification is a requirement in the United States that impacts many aspects of life. However, for the transgender community, once transitioning it's often [...]
5th Annual Transgender Coat Drive Dec. 14 at Menjo's
As temperatures start to dip closer to zero this winter, adequately bundling up changes from a matter of comfort into a matter of life and death. And for those who are homeless, staying warm is a critical concern. Within the LGBTQ population, [...]
WC Safe to Host 2nd Annual Poetic Justice Event to Help Sexual Assault Survivors Heal
Its effects felt by millions around the world, in the U.S. alone it's reported by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network that over 400,000 people aged 12 and older become victims to rape and sexual assault annually. Yet despite its [...]
Affirmations, Corktown Health Partner to Revolutionize LGBTQ Care
At any age, it's true that preventative care is the key to identifying and treating a myriad of diseases and medical conditions early. But when it comes to the LGBTQ community, it's not always as simple as choosing a doctor's office and scheduling [...]
Divine Peace MCC's New Pastor Set on Embracing Spirituality and Making Church a Brave, Safe Space
'I'm spiritual, but I'm not religious.' It's a common statement and something that many people have likely heard in casual conversation. But it's more than just idle water-cooler chit chat. According to Pew Research Center, it's a measurable trend, [...]
Taylor Mac to Deck the Halls With 'Holiday Sauce'
The shopping, the decorating, the worshipping, the mandatory small talk – the holidays can already be a time of great stress. Adding a queer identity into the mix can often complicate things further. Still, as tricky as navigating the upcoming [...]
The 'Uniquely Queer' World of 'EastSiders'
It's a pretty standard dating rule: if your significant other has cheated on you, the relationship is over. And in the TV world, that's usually the way things play out. "But what happens in the aftermath of an unforgivable offense if the couple [...]
Secretary of StateJocelynBenson, Trans Advocates Announce Revised Policy for Changing Sex-Indicator on ID
FERNDALE – Today, alongside transgender allies and activists, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced that her administration has revised the policy for changing the sex-indicator on a driver's license or identification card. This [...]
Free Mom Hugs Rally for Trans Equality at State Capitol Nov. 20
Begun in 1999 by transgender activist and author Gwendolyn Ann Smith, the Transgender Day of Remembrance is a solemn reminder every Nov. 20 of the continuing violence against the transgender community. And it's certainly still an issue — the Human [...]
Giving the Gift of Giving
With fewer than two months left until the winter holidays, gift-giving, and subsequently gift-shopping, season is in full swing. However, as magical as it can be to find the perfect gift for a loved one or to receive a longtime wishlist item, [...]
Affirmations, Corktown Health Center Announce Partnership With Details to Be Revealed
Over the last 30 years Ferndale's Affirmations LGBTQ community center has been focused on providing Southeast Michigan's LGBTQ community with not only social but community support services. Now, the center is set to expand its offerings to include [...]