News for Queer Women

Ten years after Hayley Kiyoko’s iconic music video about a queer love story broke the internet, the ‘Girls Like Girls’ movie trailer has finally dropped.

Organizers say the longtime LGBTQ+ gathering will skip its 35th anniversary as financial and industry pressures reshape queer events nationwide.

Following the Trump Administration’s quiet removal of Gilbert Baker’s original Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument, the LGBTQ+ community gathered in protest. Speakers included activists Jay Walker and Ken Kidd, Stonewall Inn co-owner Stacy Lentz and actress, model and Stonewall Gives Back Initiative board member Angelica Christina.

Photos by Abbie Thompson.

Sports leaders ‌have reached consensus on new eligibility criteria for trans athletes – policy to be announced within several months.

The National Park Service, under federal guidance, has removed a large rainbow flag from the historic Stonewall National Monument in Greenwich Village.

Four days into the 2026 Winter Olympics and LGBTQ+ players are already making headlines.

After nearly a decade of planning, a Youngstown nonprofit is preparing to open the state’s only affirming shelter for LGBTQ+ adults experiencing homelessness.

After a decade of sacrifice, discipline and perseverance, the Olympic gold medalist has no intention to give up the fight.

A quick roundup of the sapphic, camp, and culture-shifting moments from Super Bowl 2026.

In a politically fraught moment, Carlile viewed the Super Bowl performance as a chance to acknowledge the country’s complexity.

A diagnosis of dementia adds a layer of poignancy to tracks that serve as “a tender ledger of cherished memories, unending devotion, and shared grief.”

The actor and filmmaker has purchased Highland Park’s long shuttered Highland Theatre.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons cited “insufficient evidence” that the benefits of gender-affirming surgeries on minors outweigh potential harms.

Daphne Keene and Sophie Nélisse lead a bloody, emotional thriller about love and survival in new horror film, ‘Whistle.’

Chappell will headline Fortnite Festival Season 13 with new skins, Jam Tracks, and an in-game stage inspired by her performances.

Adhering to restrictive policies on race and gender, the university has scrutinized syllabuses, eliminated courses and will be dropping its women’s and gender studies degree.

From Wilka’s Bar to the Meadowlands, the Sirens are hosting watch parties for the Winter Games—and it’s about to get loud.

Sophie Nélisse is here for a little lesbian chaos—and maybe a polycule while she’s at it.

The 24-year-old queer wrestler confirmed her WWE exit on Instagram and later deleted her X account after posting politically.

“From Day One at the War Department, we have made it very clear: No more DEI at DoW. Zero tolerance.” (Sean Parnell, Chief Pentagon Spokesperson)

The grant will fund safer spaces, expanded services, and broader access for queer and trans young people across Indiana.

“The Landing at East Point” will be the first affordable housing development in RI for queer seniors and their allies.

“The only thing that’s more powerful than hate is love,” said the Puerto Rican artist who scored a GRAMMY for Best Musica Urbana Album.

Debuting at the Grammys, the Generational Greatness campaign rewrites a classic Jordan ad with WNBA stars, queer leads, and zero apologies.

After her historic Grammy win, Eilish did not mince words when calling out ICE.

Lola Young returned to the stage with a pared-down rendition of her viral hit after stepping away from live performances.

A team of professional shoplifters raid luxury racks in this new film by Boots Riley, starring Keke Palmer.

Paige Bueckers condemned ICE’s actions in her home state and donated $50,000 of Unrivaled winnings to a local charity.

During a BBC Radio 1 appearance, King Princess covered “Au Pays Du Cocaine” and explained what drew her to the song.

Following a promo event where she called herself Trump’s “number one fan,” Nicki Minaj shared she was “finalizing that citizenship paperwork.”

With Sundance preparing to leave Park City, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of contemporary queer cinema.

The B-LINE mental health and crisis support hotline offers 24/7 counseling to musicians and their families in need.

The 25 year old influencer from Myanmar was discovered in a forested area after disappearing for nearly two days.

Set in 14th-century Italy, 1348 Ex Voto follows a young knight braving bandits and war to rescue the woman she loves.

Glenna Goldis said Letitia James supports “transitioning” kids with puberty blockers, hormones, and surgery – and that since 2024, she’s raised alarms that providers may be engaged in dangerous consumer fraud.

The campaign, curated by journalist Erin Reed, has raised over $400,000.