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Baby left alone in hot car dies while parents were in Florida church, police say

An 11-month-old baby was left in a car in Brevard County on Sunday, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.

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LGBTQ+ activists call for new strategies to promote equality after Target backlash

Activists in the LGBTQ+ community are calling for new ways to mobilize against threats to their long fight for equality.

Target has been a leader in catering to LGBTQ+ shoppers – now it’s on the defensive

Target once distinguished itself as being boldly supportive of the LGBTQ+ community.

Why is Target pulling some Pride merch? The retailer's response to hostile backlash, explained

Target is removing some items and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide after intense backlash from some shoppers ahead of Pride month.

Largest US gay rights group issues Florida travel advisory

The largest LGBTQ+ rights organization in the U.S. has joined other civil rights organizations in issuing a travel advisory for Florida.

LGBTQ+ group suspends Bud Light maker's rating over handling of backlash to transgender influencer

The country’s largest advocacy group for LGBTQ+ rights has suspended its benchmark equality and inclusion rating for Anheuser-Busch.

Beijing LGBT Center shuttered as crackdown grows in China

An advocacy group that served as a safe space for the LGBTQ community in Beijing has been shut down as part of a government pressure campaign against gay rights groups.

Central Florida LGBTQ performing arts scholarship honors performer who died from cancer

LGBTQ+ youth and their allies in Central Florida now have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship honoring legendary performer Sam Singhaus, who died from brain cancer in 2020.

Indiana governor signs bills targeting LGBTQ students

Indiana’s governor has signed a bill that would require schools to notify a parent if a student requests a name or pronoun change at school.

LGBTQ+ lawmaker to GOP: 'I’m literally trying to exist'

There are more than 200 LGBTQ+ lawmakers across the country, and they're increasingly finding themselves fighting against bills that target their communities.

Bills targeting transgender care, adult entertainment pass Florida House

Wednesday was a busy day for Florida lawmakers as three big bills passed in the House but not without fierce opposition.

Trans youth care ban headed to Tennessee governor's desk

Transgender youth in Tennessee would be banned from receiving gender-affirming care under legislation currently headed to Republican Gov. Bill Lee’s desk.

Windows shattered at Orlando LGBTQ businesses targeted by vandal

A pair of Orlando businesses that cater to the LGBTQ community was targeted by a vandal who shattered several windows before running away.

Flyers' Provorov cites religion for boycott on Pride night

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov cited his Russian Orthodox religion as the reason he did not participate in pregame warmups when the team wore Pride-themed jerseys and used sticks wrapped in rainbow Pride tape.

Daley protests LGBTQ+ intolerance at Commonwealth Games

Olympic gold medalist Tom Daley protested intolerance toward the LGBTQ+ community at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games.

‘Threat looming:’ Nonbinary youth face increasing rates of anxiety, national survey shows

As a nonbinary young adult, Raquel Kadin said they experience anxiety with the active thought of knowing they can be attacked because of their identity.

Husband realtor team, Central Florida Home Boys, promotes LGBTQ+ homeownership

With homeownership rates among the LGBTQ+ community below the general population, a Central Florida realtor team is working to change that.

Meningococcal disease outbreak hits Florida, CDC reports

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday that it is working with the Florida Department of Health to investigate “one of the worst” outbreaks of meningococcal disease among gay and bisexual men in Florida.

How you can be an ally during Pride Month

As we all know, June is Pride Month, and it’s a time for the LGBTQ+ community to come together and celebrate being out and proud.

Hispanic Federaton announces $1M pledge in Orlando to help LGBTQ+ organizations

The Hispanic Federation announced a $1 million pledge for nonprofit organizations working to help and support the Latinx LGBTQ + community.

LGBTQ+ owned businesses in Orlando

Check out these restaurants, shops and bars in Orlando, all LGBTQ+ owned.

Seminole School Board votes against proclamation supporting LGBTQ+ students

The Seminole County School Board has voted to cancel their plans for a proclamation supporting LGBTQ+ students and staff at Seminole County Public Schools

Where to celebrate Pride in Central Florida

Pride events happening around Central Florida during the month of June

Seminole school board removes item proclaiming LGBTQ affirmation

On the eve of June’s “Pride Month,” the Seminole County school board made a last-minute decision to cancel plans for a proclamation for LGBTQ support.

UCF police working to help Orlando officers, Orange County deputies with LGBTQ+ inclusion

As pride month begins Wednesday, the University of Central Florida Police Department is announcing an expansion of a program to increase LGBTQ+ inclusion at UCF.

Florida Rep. Randy Fine wants to make gender-confirming surgery, drugs illegal for minors

A state representative from Brevard County announced he would introduce a bill making transgender treatments illegal for minors.

Students at Edgewater High School protest bill impacting LGBTQ+ students in Florida

Hundreds of students walked out of Edgewater High School in Orlando to protest a proposed piece of legislation that could have an impact on LGBTQ+ students across the state.

Florida House bill could impact LGBTQ+ youth, critics calling it dangerous

A bill causing angst in the LGBTQ+ community is making its way through the Florida statehouse. It is called the Parent Rights in Education bill but it is dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" bill by critics.

Museum highlights LGBTQ community contributions to Central Florida history

A museum is highlighting the accomplishments and the sacrifices of the LGBTQ community in Central Florida.

Osceola County Sheriff launches new program to support LGBTQ+ community

In support of the LGBTQ+ community, Osceola County inaugurated a new program to let residents and tourists know what establishments are considered a safe place.

Local organization fights for HIV justice in Central Florida

In the wake of the Pulse tragedy in 2016, five individuals gathered at the Hispanic Federation with a box of Publix fried chicken to discuss how to move forward.

Orlando will bid for 2026 World Pride

The City of Orlando plans to put in a bid to host World Pride in October of 2026. Pride officials hope to pay tribute to Pulse victims and survivors 10 years after massacre.

Orlando Pride festival and parade return with COVID precautions

Come Out With Pride festival and parade is on Saturday, October 9, Extra Covid precautions will include an extended parade route to accomodate social distancing. Those attending are being asked to wear a mask.

Celebrating Pride Week in Orlando

Pride Week in Orlando starts with a Drag Race 5k and ends with a parade.

Florida representative files bill to criminalize gender-affirming surgeries for transgender youth

Representative Anthony Sabatini filed legislation on Wednesday that could prosecute doctors who perform gender-affirming surgeries on transgender children.

Zebra Coalition invites Central Florida teens, young adults to help with Pride celebrations

An organization serving LGBTQ+ youth in Central Florida is kicking off Pride Month with a special event.

Orlando seeks more participants in study on LGBTQ+ blood donation

The LGBTQ+ Center Orlando is seeking participants for a study to potentially allow gay and bisexual men become blood donors more easily.

Pygmy sperm whale euthanized after washing up on New Smyrna Beach

A pygmy sperm whale was euthanized after getting stranded on New Smyrna Beach, according to the Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue.

Traffic Alert: All lanes of US 1 southbound closed after crash

All southbound lanes of U.S. 1 are shut down at Alhambra Street after a crash, according to the Titusville Fire Department.

Man and teen arrested in robberies through apps used by LGBTQ+ community

News 6 is hearing from a man who says he was the target of a hate crime. Police said they arrested an 18-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy this week accused of carrying out robberies in some cases through apps used by the LGBTQ+ community.

Orlando-area faith leaders honor Pulse Nightclub shooting victims, call for more LGBTQ protections

Reverends, rabbis and pastors gathered to call on lawmakers for stronger anti-discrimination policies.

L’Oréal donates $400,000 to fund scholarships in honor of Pulse nightclub victims

L’Oréal USA funds onePULSE Foundation’s 49 Legacy Scholarship Program to honor victims of the Pulse Nightclub massacre.

Legislation aims to change LGBTQ+ guidelines in Brevard Public Schools

VIERA, Fla. – Tuesday night’s Brevard County school board meeting drew supporters and opposition who often clashed vocally in the discussion about the district’s guidelines for gay and transgender students and staff. School board member Jennifer Jenkins said a group speaking out against the guidelines for LGBTQ+ displayed, “so much hate towards a group of children.”[TRENDING: Will coronavirus ever go away? AdThe guidelines allow students to use bathrooms and play sports that correspond with their gender identity. “LGBTQ students were brave enough to come here and stand up for their rights,” Jenkins said. AdJenkins reiterated what the district continues to say - the LGBTQ+ guidelines follow the latest laws now.

Show us your Pride to celebrate National Coming Out Day

Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day, and for many LGBTQ+ Americans, there are many reasons to celebrate their Pride. National Coming Out Day has been celebrated for 32 years now, and it’s an important reminder on just how far the queer community has come since earlier times. There was an entire generation of LGBTQ Americans who had live inside the closet because of laws and discrimination. So if you’re proud to be out and want it to shout it from the rooftops, tell us about it below! If you have advice for people still in the closet struggling with their identity, maybe offer some advice, and tell us how your life has improved since coming out.

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