How A Gay Teacher Exposed Her School District’s Toxic Policies— And Won $90,000
Teacher Eileen Brennock sued her Oregon school district for anti-LGBTQ+ policies and walked away with $90,000.
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Becca Williams (she/her) is proud to serve as the Managing Editor at GO Magazine. Becca holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism with a minor in Political Science from Hofstra University. She is a Tennessee native who can be found reading, journaling, or having a Gin and Tonic at The Bush.
Aetna Will Reimburse Same-Sex Couples Cheated Out Of Fertility Coverage
The judge’s verdict marks the first time LGBTQ+ policyholders can be reimbursed for fertility coverage after originally being denied.
New Jersey Governor Signs Law Protecting LGBTQ & Race-Related Books
The Garden State has assured so-called “controversial” books will remain on the bookshelves of public schools and libraries.
A New Queer Bar Opens In Denver
Denverites, a new queer-owned bar is in town! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pearl Divers (@pearldiversdenver) The aptly-named bar, Pearl Divers, celebrated its grand opening earlier […]
Hayley Kiyoko To Direct ‘Girls Like Girls’ Film Adaptation
“I have never fought so hard for anything in my life,” Kiyoko announced to Instagram Wednesday.
GO’s Ultimate Queer Gift Guide: 30 Fabulous Finds for Everyone on Your List
From butches to femmes, pet lovers to culinary queens, there’s something here for everyone.
Alex Consani Becomes First Out Transgender Model Of The Year
21-year-old supermodel Alex Consani is taking the modeling world by storm and making history as she does it.
Walmart Becomes Latest Company To Roll Back DEI Policies Amid Conservative Pressure
Walmart will no longer allow third-party sellers to sell certain LGBTQ-themed items.
Trans Congresswoman Sarah McBride Is Banned From Capitol Hill Bathroom- And She’s Not Fighting It
“I’m not here to fight about bathrooms, I’m here to fight for Delawareans and to bring down costs facing families,” she shared on X. “Like all members, I will follow the rules as outlined by Speaker Johnson, even if I disagree with them.”
Know Your Queer History: Transgender Day of Remembrance
At least 36 transgender and gender-expansive individuals have died from violence in the 12 months since the last Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Kristie Mewis And Sam Kerr Announce Exciting Pregnancy
Sapphic soccer players Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr are officially expecting their first child together!
Who Are Trump’s Cabinet Picks? See The Controversial List Here
President-elect Donald Trump is setting up his cabinet to be one of the most controversial in recent history.
Brandi Carlile And Elton John Collab On New Song, “Never Too Late”
Lesbian folk-rock princess Brandi Carlile and pop god Sir Elton John have given us an early Christmas present.
LGBT Groups Will March In Staten Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade For The First Time In 60 Years
After 60 years of fighting for inclusion, LGBTQ+ groups will finally be permitted to march in the Richmond County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade.
Queer Artists Dominate 67th Grammy Awards Nominations
Chappell Roan, Billie Eilish, and Doechii are among the many LGBTQ+ musical artists to snatch one (or more) Grammy nominations.
Trump Selects Governor Kristi Noem As Secretary Of Homeland Security
Noem has issued executive orders to ban transgender girls and women from participating in sports teams, signed an executive order to restrict how K-12 schools teach race, has openly disagreed with marriage equality and has defended her state’s near total abortion ban. Oh, and she killed her dog.
These Photographers Are Offering Free Elopement Sessions for Queer Couples Amid Post-Election Uncertainty
Deirdre Alston, a queer Brooklyn-based wedding and elopement photographer, like so many of us, felt devastated on November 6. And so she decided to do something immediately.
California, Colorado, And Hawaii Voters Approve Protections For Same-Sex Marriage
Voters in California, Colorado, and Hawaii approved measures Tuesday to enshrine marriage equality protections in their state constitutions.
Pivotal LGBTQ+ Races To Watch This Election Day
While all eyes have been fixated on the contentious presidential race, several other elections across the country have the potential to make history.
Chappell Roan Debuts New Lesbian Country Song On SNL
All you country boys saying you know how to treat a woman right- well, only a woman can treat a woman right!
Everything New Yorkers Should Know Before Election Day
More than 78 million Americans have already cast their votes
15 Queer Celebrities With Terrifyingly Good Halloween Costumes
Janelle Monáe is totally unrecognizable.
Kamala Harris Holds Onto Narrow Lead In New National Survey
In the days leading up to Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris has managed to stay one point ahead of Former President Donald Trump.
Culver’s Faces Federal Lawsuit After Firing Employees Who Complained Of Transphobia
The federal government filed a lawsuit Friday against the fast-food chain Culver’s, claiming the restaurant illegally retaliated against a transgender manager and three employees.
Uma Thurman & Phoebe Dynevor To Star In New Lesbian Period Drama
Yes, we are getting another lesbian period drama.
Loafers, A New Gay Bar, To Open In Brooklyn
The new gay cocktail bar in Carroll Gardens is celebrating its grand opening tonight.
Cher Becomes Latest Celebrity To Endorse Kamala Harris For President
“I’m proudly voting for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz,” Cher announced.
New York Liberty Win First WNBA Championship
The New York Liberty brought home their first WNBA Championship win Sunday, defeating the Minnesota Lynx in overtime. The team entered the finals as one of the only original franchises […]
Iconic NYC Women’s Party girlNATION Celebrates 20 Years TOMORROW!
Cheers to 20 years of girlNATION!
GO’s Guide To Queer NYC Halloween Parties Is So Good, It’s Scary
Over 60 spook-tacular queer Halloween parties throughout NYC starting TONIGHT!
WNBA Star Breanna Stewart And Her Wife Targeted By Homophobic Threats
Breanna Stewart and her wife, Marta Xargay Casademont, recently received a terrifying email.
Know Your Queer History: National Coming Out Day
Happy National Coming Out Day from GO Mag!
NC Queer Bar Works To Rebuild After Horrible Hurricane Damage
Brandon Davis and his husband Davie opened the inclusive space in Asheville in August, merely months before the natural disaster struck the area.
Billie Eilish Is Tired Of Talking About Her Sexuality
Billie Eilish says she wishes “no one knew anything about my sexuality or dating.”
Know Your Queer History: International Lesbian Day
How did this magical day come to be? We’re glad you asked.
LGBTQ And Abortion Rights Are On The Ballot In New York
Proposal 1, also known as the Equal Rights Amendment, will appear on the back of New York state ballots at the polls this year.
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