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Primary voters in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Vermont, and Connecticut went to the polls on Tuesday, delivering mixed results for progressive candidates, but strong showings for LGBTQ+ Democrats. The Progressive wave that has swept Democratic primaries in some states this year continue...
Shortly after Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) passed away, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) appointed Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to fulfill the rest of her brother's term. Days later, she announced that she was running for that seat, showing that she was not going ...
“The Cher Show” at Clear Space Theatre is wonderful. I am always amazed at the talent they attract for their summer series. Kudos to Wes Drummond, the artistic director of the theater. “The Cher Show” is written by Rick Elice. Compliments to the talented director, James FitzSimmo...
The 2026 World Pride March was held on Saturday, Aug. 8 in Amsterdam. Tens of thousands of participants marched from Martin Luther Kingpark to the grounds of the Pride Village at Museumplein. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key) View on Threads View on Threads View on Threads...
After a snarky response on Bluesky was picked up by right-wing media as a sign that Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings was anti-trans and anti-woke, Jennings set the record straight, asserting that he stands with trans people and always has. “For the record: NOPE,” Jennings posted on Bl...
Everyone has now had more than a month to recover from Pride 2026. Even for those who have not yet put away all their seasonal rainbow paraphernalia or are still finding glitter in unexpected places, June is now a memory; hence, community members and allies have work to do. The L...
Far-right commentator Ann Coulter is getting brutally mocked online for a particularly ignorant statement she made about Donald Trump, who she voted for in 2024. "That beautiful ending to Trump’s SOTU [State of the Union] address reminds me why we can’t have a second-, third-, or...
Republican Doug Ollivant will face off against incumbent U.S. Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-Va.) in Virginia’s 7th Congressional District. Ollivant defeated his Republican opponents in Tuesday’s primary. Vindman ran unopposed. Vindman in 2024 ran to succeed then-Congresswoman Abigail Sp...
Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, has sparked a frenzy online over her decision to wear a T-shirt declaring "Trans Kids Belong" during her team's Sunday game against the Indiana Fever, the team for which anti-trans player Sophie Cunningham plays. Reeve's stat...
Editor’s note: International News Editor Michael K. Lavers and Photo Editor Michael Key are on assignment in the Netherlands through Aug. 10. AMSTERDAM — The 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade was held on Saturday, Aug. 1. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Michael K. Lav...
If you know, you know. That was the case with Casa Susanna, a guesthouse in New York's Catskill Mountains, which in the 1950s and 60s catered to a particular subset of the LGBTQ+ community, a group trans author and journalist Sandy Ernest Allen described as "transfeminine cross-d...
Christians are starting men-only gyms in order to supposedly protect gymgoers from lust — and no, that’s not the logline for a niche gay fetish film. This is a real thing. The independent Baptist publication Baptist News Global published an article about the phenomenon last week,...
In her first political ad, Darline Graham, sister of the recently deceased (and allegedly queer) anti-LGBTQ+ Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), said, "Men don't belong in women's sports" and other statements meant to burnish her MAGA conservative credentials, as Republican in her state ...
When Cody Daigle-Orians's editor asked if he wanted to write a children's book about asexuality, he knew it would be a big challenge. Despite devoting the past five years to building an online community educating young people on the aromantic-asexual (aroace) spectrum, he wasn't ...
Donald Trump interrupted Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy during a press conference in which Duffy brought up his gay predecessor, Pete Buttigieg. Duffy was speaking about the administration's decision to significantly roll back fuel economy standards established by the Bid...
Supporters of Donald Trump are outraged that he endorsed a "Muslim" candidate, who, in reality, is Christian. "It is my Great Honor to endorse Amir Hassan, who is running to represent the fantastic people of Michigan’s 8th Congressional District!" Trump posted to Truth Social on ...
When I wrote my review of the first season of “Heartstopper,” I said that if the series could only be summed up in one word, it would be “adorable.” After an additional two seasons and a movie length series finale (which began streaming on Netflix July 17), I’m going to make up a...
If you haven’t swum across at least one Great Lake, what are you doing with your life?Transgender athlete Lev Goldberg is already on his second, with a planned swim across Lake Huron scheduled for the first week of August, according to Now Toronto. Last September, Goldberg — whos...
Jackson Lahmeyer, a Republican U.S. House candidate and founder of “Pastors for Trump” who is married with five kids, reportedly sent sext messages to a former Miss Oklahoma Caitlin Simmons Key who had worked for him as a fundraiser, The Daily Mail reported in a June 14 article. ...
From sapphic pop to Mykki Blanco’s comeback, we’ve got you covered.
The city erupted into chaotic celebrations after the Knicks clinched a victory, including spicy make-out sessions.
For our Pride series, Stop! That! Train! star Jujubee honors the film’s commander-in-chief.
Some members of the MLB team wrote Genesis citations on their hats in an apparent act of protest.
The Washington Blade held the seventh annual Pride on the Pier at The Wharf DC on Saturday, June 13. (Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford) The post PHOTOS: Pride on the Pier appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News....
The 2026 Lost River Pride Festival was held on the scenic grounds of the Lost River Farmers Market in Lost City, W.Va. on Saturday, June 13. Headliner Tom Goss performed at the festival and gave a second performance at the nearby Guesthouse Lost River. (Washington Blade photos by...
While one would hope it’s easy to calculate a break-even point for a home purchase – such as you could calculate for “how many widgets a month do I need to sell to break even?” It’s not always easy when looking at the return on investment for a home purchase. Condo buildings can ...
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From new comedies to the return of House of the Dragon, there’s lots of queer TV to keep you company this summer.
The Capital Pride Alliance presented the 2026 Capital Pride Honors at "The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia" at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7. (Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford) The post PHOTOS: The Audacity Brunch appeared first on Washin...
The Brighter Days Ahead Foundation will fund small grassroots organizations with a focus on protecting queer and trans people.
Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGB...
Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14. The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p...
Friday, June 12 Bet Mishpachah will host “Pride Shabbat Happy Hour” at 6 p.m. at Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center. This is an in-person happy hour with an open wine and beer bar, great company, and joyful conversation. Attendance is free and more details are available on Even...
“I want it to look like you.”
The campy competition is moving out of Brooklyn — and charging more.
Only 16% of Americans approve of the event.
The MAGA politician managed to get last place in the gubernatorial primary, an embarrassing loss the internet won't let her forget.
A purely train-based review of the queer comedy spectacle.
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Trottie, 35, was found killed in Alexandria on June 8.
A far-right party called for people to protest against LGBTQ+ Pride events held at a local library, but only nine protestors showed up. The counterprotest, which was made up of Pride supporters, attracted over 200. At issue are several events being held by the city of Brest in we...
Dayna Kathan, a fan-favorite personality from the reality TV series Vanderpump Rules, came out as a "late in life lesbian" in a June 7 Instagram post. Kathan previously came out as bisexual during Season 8 of the show, in a scene filmed in June 2020, as well as in a June 2019 Ins...
From Girls Like Girls to Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, the warmer months are jam-packed with new releases.
Pride month festivities continue through the end of the month and there’s a new event for Rehoboth/Dewey Beach residents and visitors, Pride on the Bay, set for June 27. Boaters will tie up at the sandbar near Massey’s Landing from 12-4 p.m. Visit Pride on the Bay’s Facebook page...
Years before trans athletes in sports embroiled national politics, roller derby — the five-player high-contact sport with punk rock nicknames — tackled the question of who could play....
The reality TV star came out in a Pride Month message on Instagram.
Stars Sam Reid and Jacob Anderson reading streamy posts from fans is the best thing you'll see all day.
The 40-minute video was briefly pulled from YouTube before being republished.
Fairfax City Pride was held at the Sherwood Center (3740 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, Va.) on Saturday, June 6. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key) The post PHOTOS: Fairfax City Pride appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News....
And yes, Symone’s character is named Ayshleiygh.
The actress tells the full story in her new memoir Transcendent.
The Capital Pride Alliance has announced that David Archuleta and Monroe Alise will be the grand marshals for the Pride parade on June 20. Ryan Bos, the Capital Pride Alliance’s president, said the two were chosen for the way that they exemplify the theme “Exist. Resist. Have the...
It was a historic night at the 79th annual Tony Awards on Sunday as Queen Jean won the award for Best Costume Design of a Musical, making her the first out transgender person to win a Tony. "This experience has been monumental. We are here for the legacy of queer people, trans pe...
For our Pride series, Olympic athlete Nikki Hiltz honors Schuyler Bailar, Chella Man, and Cal Calamia.
For our Pride series, Olympic athlete Nikki Hiltz honors Schuyler Bailar, Chella Man, and Cal Calamia.
