December 3, 2013
Hyattsville MD Seal

Hyattsville City Council Passes Human Rights Act

First small city in Maryland to prohibit discrimination against transgender individuals

On December 2, 2013 the Hyattsville City Council, in a 9-0 vote, passed the Hyattsville Human Rights Act.
November 12, 2013
Hawaii

Hawaii Senate Passes Same-Sex Marriage Bill

By Oskar Garcia, Associated Press
The state Senate passed a bill Tuesday legalizing gay marriage, putting Hawaii a signature away from becoming a same-sex wedding destination. Senators passed the bill 19-4 with two lawmakers excused.
November 12, 2013
Suzanne McArdle

2013 W.Y.S.M. of the Year: Suzanne McArdle

For the past year, we have had the privilege of spotlighting 16 LGBTQ women in our community. We’ve read about musicians, LGBTQ activists, pride volunteers, and business owners. With over 1,300 votes, you voted for Suzanne McArdle as the 2013 W.Y.S.M. of the Year.
November 7, 2013
Frenchie Davis

Interview With Frenchie Davis and Kathryn Lounsbery

By Chelsea Keller
The incomparable finalist from “The Voice” Frenchie Davis and her musical life partner pianist and comedian Kathryn Lounsbery opened up to Lesbian.com about their amazing new musical venture, naked Liberace bonding and why you shouldn’t give a hoot what people think of you.