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Jarrad Tacon-Heaslip sees this larger gallery as more than just an upgraded workspace. He wants it to function as a visible, supportive hub for the LGBTQ+ community, with plans for Pride Month programming, artist collaborations and community-centered initiatives woven into the gallery’s future.
New Ferndale Gallery Opens Its Doors as a Hub for LGBTQ+ Creativity
On a recent afternoon at the Tacon-Heaslip Gallery, the only thing doing the talking — aside from queer artist and founder Jarrad Tacon-Headslip
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November 21, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Jarrad Tacon-Heaslip sees this larger gallery as more than just an upgraded workspace. He wants it to function as a visible, supportive hub for the LGBTQ+ community, with plans for Pride Month programming, artist collaborations and community-centered initiatives woven into the gallery’s future.
Michigan governor reaffirms commitment to protecting transgender community amid rising anti-trans legislation nationwide.
Gov. Whitmer Honors Trans Day Of Remembrance With Promise To Keep Fighting
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer marked Trans Day of Remembrance with an Instagram reel honoring transgender lives lost to violence while calling out the growing wave
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November 21, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Michigan governor reaffirms commitment to protecting transgender community amid rising anti-trans legislation nationwide.
The opera star discusses his dual roles in Detroit Opera's "Highways and Valleys — Two American Love Stories" and why centering Black humanity — not trauma — defines his work now.
Is Black Art Inherently Political? Davóne Tines Has Thoughts
In an era marked by backsliding on human and civil rights, any artistic work that centers marginalized voices can feel inherently political simply by
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November 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
The opera star discusses his dual roles in Detroit Opera's "Highways and Valleys — Two American Love Stories" and why centering Black humanity — not trauma — defines his work now.
The Supreme Court told her to go f…. OK, OK. They didn’t tell her anything, but they did refuse to hear the case, no reason given. The next best thing! That means that marriage equality is safe for another day!
Kim Davis: Not this Messy Bitch Coming in Here Trying to Ungay America!
Hear ye, hear ye. Gather round, folks. I’ve got an important pronouncement to make:Kim Davis can fuck all the way off!I know, I know. That’s
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November 11, 2025 at 4:53 PM
The Supreme Court told her to go f…. OK, OK. They didn’t tell her anything, but they did refuse to hear the case, no reason given. The next best thing! That means that marriage equality is safe for another day!
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Kim Davis, the former Rowan County, Ky., clerk best known for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the landmark 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
Supreme Court Rejects Kim Davis's Effort to Overturn Landmark Marriage Ruling
Washington Blade, Courtesy of the National LGBT Media AssociationThe U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Kim Davis, the former Rowan
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November 10, 2025 at 5:22 PM
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Kim Davis, the former Rowan County, Ky., clerk best known for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the landmark 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
State Sen. Jeremy Moss introduced legislation this week that would let Michigan voters decide whether to remove the state's archaic same-sex marriage ban from the constitution.
State Sen. Jeremy Moss Leading Charge to Finally Erase Michigan’s Same-Sex Marriage Ban
State Sen. Jeremy Moss introduced legislation this week that would let Michigan voters decide whether to remove the state's archaic same-sex marriage ban
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November 7, 2025 at 9:07 PM
State Sen. Jeremy Moss introduced legislation this week that would let Michigan voters decide whether to remove the state's archaic same-sex marriage ban from the constitution.
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2025 Election Recap: Pontiac Elects First Out LGBTQ+ Mayor as Detroit Council Strengthens Queer Representation
The 2025 election cycle has come to a close, and there has been a lot of noise around a few high-profile democratic wins in New York City, Virginia and New
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November 7, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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While Zohran Mamdani’s win in New York City has made headlines, there were also plenty of moments to celebrate right here in Michigan as Detroit voters pushed forward a night of its own historic firsts.
2025 Election Recap: Pontiac Elects First Out LGBTQ+ Mayor as Detroit Council Strengthens Queer Representation
The 2025 election cycle has come to a close, and there has been a lot of noise around a few high-profile democratic wins in New York City, Virginia and New
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November 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
While Zohran Mamdani’s win in New York City has made headlines, there were also plenty of moments to celebrate right here in Michigan as Detroit voters pushed forward a night of its own historic firsts.
For five years, Natasha Wilson thought about fonts. About the perfect "s" for "slut." About how a single letter could carry the weight of centuries of shame, and how the right curve might help dismantle it.
Why This Detroit Therapist Is Reclaiming 'Slut' in New Book on Sexual Shame
For five years, Natasha Wilson thought about fonts. About the perfect "s" for "slut." About how a single letter could carry the weight of centuries of
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November 5, 2025 at 6:10 PM
For five years, Natasha Wilson thought about fonts. About the perfect "s" for "slut." About how a single letter could carry the weight of centuries of shame, and how the right curve might help dismantle it.
Soho responds after two suspects arrested with arsenal of weapons and tactical gear.
FBI Thwarts Halloween Terror Plot Targeting Ferndale LGBTQ+ Bars
Two men are facing federal terrorism charges after allegedly planning a Halloween attack on LGBTQ+ bars in Ferndale, according to criminal complaints
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November 3, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Soho responds after two suspects arrested with arsenal of weapons and tactical gear.
For Antoni Porowski, conversations about self-care aren’t complete without talking about sex.
Antoni Porowski Wants You to Talk About Sex — and PrEP — Like You Talk About Food
For Antoni Porowski, conversations about self-care aren’t complete without talking about sex. The “Queer Eye” food-and-wellness expert
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November 3, 2025 at 5:33 PM
For Antoni Porowski, conversations about self-care aren’t complete without talking about sex.
While "Queer Eye" star Antoni Porowski's romance with Michigan native Zacharias Niedzwiecki may look picture-perfect, the real intimacy, Porowski says, happens over a cutting board.
Inside Antoni Porowski’s Sexy Food Fantasy with His Michigan Boyfriend
Since 2018, Antoni Porowski has made food look downright seductive — a drizzle of olive oil here, a slow stir there. But these days, the “Queer
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October 30, 2025 at 8:34 PM
While "Queer Eye" star Antoni Porowski's romance with Michigan native Zacharias Niedzwiecki may look picture-perfect, the real intimacy, Porowski says, happens over a cutting board.
"Policies designed to make life unlivable for transgender people bear responsibility; every trans suicide is a murder by those in power," writes Erin Reed.
Every Trans Suicide Is A Murder By Those In Power
This article, originally published here, is shared with permission from Erin Reed. Erin In The Morning is a reader-supported publication. To receive new
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October 30, 2025 at 11:56 AM
"Policies designed to make life unlivable for transgender people bear responsibility; every trans suicide is a murder by those in power," writes Erin Reed.
LGBTQ+ voters grapple with Rev. Solomon Kinloch's mayoral bid amid rising anti-queer violence nationwide.
Can a Megachurch Pastor Serve All Detroiters?
Detroit’s mayoral election has become a flashpoint for the city’s LGBTQ+ community, as a megachurch pastor’s bid for office forces voters
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October 22, 2025 at 2:18 PM
LGBTQ+ voters grapple with Rev. Solomon Kinloch's mayoral bid amid rising anti-queer violence nationwide.
After years of fighting for queer health from inside the system, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis says he had to walk away — and speak out — when politics started rewriting science.
The CDC Lost a Queer Icon: Why Dr. Demetre Daskalakis Left a Broken System
In the world of queer health advocacy, few figures are as instantly recognizable — or as unapologetically committed — as Dr. Demetre
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October 21, 2025 at 5:33 PM
After years of fighting for queer health from inside the system, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis says he had to walk away — and speak out — when politics started rewriting science.
The gay sex stings he documented in 1999 have evolved to Grindr, but targeting continues.
After 25 Years, Rudy Serra, Michigan's First Gay Judge, Is Still Fighting the Same Battle
When Gov. Jennifer Granholm appointed Rudy Serra to Michigan's 36th District Court in 2007, she made history by naming him the state's first openly gay
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October 17, 2025 at 2:21 PM
The gay sex stings he documented in 1999 have evolved to Grindr, but targeting continues.
"Fascism thrives in a culture of fear. They want people to be too scared to stand up, to protest, to declare themselves anti-fascist," writes D'Anne Witkowski.
Antifa Stands For Anti-Fascist. Because Fascism Is Bad. So It’s Good To Be Anti-Fascist.
But that doesn’t sit well with, you know, fascists. Fascism works best when people don’t oppose it, especially the people who are not yet
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October 17, 2025 at 12:20 PM
"Fascism thrives in a culture of fear. They want people to be too scared to stand up, to protest, to declare themselves anti-fascist," writes D'Anne Witkowski.
In his most personal performance yet, "13 Reasons Why" star Miles Heizer channels lived queer experience to tell a gay Marine’s story with rare authenticity — and opens up about why straight roles never fit.
Miles Heizer Isn’t Trying to Play Straight Anymore — ‘Boots’ Shows Why That Matters
Miles Heizer isn’t one to pretend that stepping into a role completely unlike himself is always easy. The actor — known for projects like
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October 16, 2025 at 2:48 PM
In his most personal performance yet, "13 Reasons Why" star Miles Heizer channels lived queer experience to tell a gay Marine’s story with rare authenticity — and opens up about why straight roles never fit.
His campaign may rely heavily on humor, but he takes the issues very seriously.
Michigan Furry Brings Honey Badger Energy — and Medicare for All — to His Fight for a Seat in the U.S. Congress
Elyon Badger doesn't look anything like how one expects a candidate for office to look. Often clad in marijuana-themed attire or a honey badger fursuit,
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October 15, 2025 at 5:09 PM
His campaign may rely heavily on humor, but he takes the issues very seriously.
The resolution condemns all acts of violence targeted against the LGBTQ+ community and affirms the right of everyone to live freely and safely in the city.
Lansing City Council Unanimously Declares City an LGBTQ+ Welcoming Community
Amid growing public concerns about LGBTQ+ safety, Lansing will become an LGBTQ+ Welcoming City after a unanimous vote by city council members at their Oct.
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October 15, 2025 at 12:35 PM
The resolution condemns all acts of violence targeted against the LGBTQ+ community and affirms the right of everyone to live freely and safely in the city.
"One Detroit" celebrates October's LGBTQ+ History Month with a deep dive into the state's groundbreaking activists and milestone moments.
Michigan's LGBTQ+ Pioneers Take Center Stage In PBS Detroit Special — Watch the Video Here!
LGBTQ+ History Month has been observed each October since 1994, when Missouri high school history teacher Rodney Wilson proposed the idea. Wilson chose
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October 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
"One Detroit" celebrates October's LGBTQ+ History Month with a deep dive into the state's groundbreaking activists and milestone moments.
In a cultural moment where vulnerability is often curated and identity is endlessly scrutinized, Lukas Gage is choosing something braver: pure honesty.
Lukas Gage Wants You to Know the Messy Parts
In a cultural moment where vulnerability is often curated and identity is endlessly scrutinized, Lukas Gage is choosing something braver: pure honesty. In
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October 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
In a cultural moment where vulnerability is often curated and identity is endlessly scrutinized, Lukas Gage is choosing something braver: pure honesty.
Vermontville woman created I'll Be Your Rock to ensure no young person faces the isolation she once knew.
From Closeted to Local Hero: How Christine Terpening Built a Lifeline for Rural LGBTQ+ Youth
Two sources in this story are identified by first name only at their request for safety and privacy reasons.This story discusses suicide. If you or someone
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October 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Vermontville woman created I'll Be Your Rock to ensure no young person faces the isolation she once knew.
Picture it: Palm Springs, present day.
'Silver Foxes' Delivers 'Golden Girls' Vibes — with a Queer, Palm Springs Twist
Picture it: Palm Springs, present day. Three older gay men rescue their best friend from a homophobic assisted living facility, befriend his younger
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October 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Picture it: Palm Springs, present day.
According to records obtained by Metro Times, State Rep. Josh Schriver (R-Oxford) appears to have maintained an account on Fling.com, a pornographic dating site that promised users they could "find sex" and "get laid tonight."
State Rep. Josh Schriver Called Queers Perverts. Guess Who Had The Fling Account?
According to records obtained by Metro Times, State Rep. Josh Schriver (R-Oxford) — the same lawmaker who introduced legislation in September to ban
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October 7, 2025 at 9:30 PM
According to records obtained by Metro Times, State Rep. Josh Schriver (R-Oxford) appears to have maintained an account on Fling.com, a pornographic dating site that promised users they could "find sex" and "get laid tonight."