'Bargain Block' Real Estate Expert Talks LGBTQ+ Allyship and 'Love at First Sight' for Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas — Her Chosen Family
A lifetime Detroiter, Shea Hicks Whitfield is the third member of the superhero team on HGTV’s "Bargain Block." For three seasons now, the real estate [...]
Black Trans Activist Raquel Willis on Why Stories Like Hers Need to Be Heard
When Raquel Willis took the stage at the National Women’s March in Washington, D.C. the day after Trump's inauguration in January 2017, with beaming [...]
A Tale of Two LGBTQ+ Murders in Michigan: Who Killed Dr. Devon Hoover and Ashia Davis?
As 2023 draws to a close, the murders of two LGBTQ+ community members from the Detroit area officially remain unsolved, although a resolution appears closer in [...]
Voters Restore Funding to Michigan Library Targeted by National Movement to Ban LGBTQ+ Content
Lovers of free speech and books are rejoicing this week after voters in West Michigan sent a clear message to far-right book banners. In a heartening turn [...]
The Evolution of LGBTQ+ Online Dating
This article is courtesy of Philadelphia Gay News as part of a shared media partnership related to The LGBTQ+ History Project.From casual hook-ups to [...]
Amid Unspeakable Violence in Israel, Silence Isn't An Option
Most mornings, we wake from our dreams. But on Oct. 7, Israelis and all who support them awoke to a nightmare.
Queer Things to Do: See ‘Company,' Let Loose at Dance Church, Spend Time with David Sedaris
It’s time to whip out that planner and pencil in some unique, queer-charged local events for the coming weeks. From a Broadway show (“Company” [...]
Tell Me More: What Is the ‘Weight Loss Wonder Drug’ Semaglutide All About?
For decades, doctors and scientists have been steadfast in their insistence that there is no “magic pill” for weight loss, so it’s hard not to [...]
Why LGBTQ+ Advocate Judy Lewis Has Dedicated Her Career to Helping Michigan's Older LGBTQ+ Community
This article is part of the News is Out “Out and Aging” series, made possible with support from AARP.Longtime queer community advocate and [...]
Can a Queer, Non-Muslim Candidate Bridge the Divide Within Hamtramck’s All-Muslim City Council?
Lynn Blasey will certainly try — one cup of tea at a time.
Michigan LGBTQ+ Advocates Working to Dismantle ‘Gay Panic’ Criminal Defense
In a move that Michigan LGBTQ+ advocates say is long overdue, the Democrat-led Michigan legislature is moving forward on HB 4718, a bill that would eliminate [...]
It’s Almost Mariah Carey Season as Singing Legend Announces Upcoming Christmas Show in Detroit
The Queen of Christmas will bring festive moments to the Fox Theatre on Dec. 1.
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 [...]
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.
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.