Gay Portland: The Latest
Can't Wear Shorts to Work? Wear a Dress
When a heat wave hit England this week, an office worker decided to beat the heat by wearing shorts to work, only to be sent home.
Madrid Hosts - and Debates - Global Gay Pride
Madrid is gearing up to be the world capital of gay pride, a colorful mixture of commercialism and all-night partying that has brought vindication for sexual and gender diversity and created fissures among LGBT activists.
Twin Cities Pride Officials Apologize, Will Let Police March
Twin Cities Pride Parade organizers apologized for asking law enforcement to minimize their participation in the annual event in downtown Minneapolis due to tensions over the shooting of Philando Castile, and said officers are welcome to march after all.
Prosecutors Seek to Uphold 'Making a Murderer' Confession
The confession of a Wisconsin inmate featured in the Netflix series "Making a Murderer" was improperly obtained and he should be retried or released from prison, a three-judge federal appeals panel ruled.
Trump Mentions 'The Gays' For First Time in Pride Month, Log Cabin Republicans Rejoice
If you need to locate where gay conservative group Log Cabin Republicans set "the bar" to approve President Trump on LGBT issues, look no further than the floor. It's that low.
Military Heads Want Transgender Enlistment Hold
Military chiefs will seek a six-month delay before letting transgender people enlist in their services, officials said Friday.
Strands for Trans Launches Pride Campaign
"Strands for Trans," a public awareness campaign encouraging barbershops and salons across the country to provide a welcoming and safe environment for transgender individuals, launches this week.
Report: Former Gay Porn Star, Convicted Cannibal Killer, to Marry Inmate
They found love in a hopeless place.
Watch: NYC Mayor Proclaims June 22 'Laverne Cox Day'
As of Thursday, in New York City June 22 will be known as Laverne Cox Day.
Threats to Wife of Trump-Like 'Caesar' Play Director Probed
Police are investigating threats made to the wife of the director of a New York production of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" that depicted a Donald Trump lookalike character being assassinated.
News
Sessions Orders Review of Transgender Murders, Calls Pride Event 'Perfectly Appropriate'
Was Thursday 'Opposite Day?' In a surprising move, United States Attorney General Jeff Sessions, a man not known for his support of the LGBT community, spoke on Thursday in support of a Pride Month event held by the Justice Department
Entertainment
Portland, OR
Seattle Men's Chorus Boldly Belts out Bette, Babs & Beyoncé for Pride Month
Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) proudly takes the McCaw Hall stage for Bette, Babs &Beyoncé, belting out many of the songs made famous by this beloved trio of divas: Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, and Beyoncé Knowles.
After Backlash, Pop Star Halsey Apologizes for Defending Rapper's Homophobic Remarks
Pop star Halsey gave an interview with The Guardian this week, where she seemed to defend homophobic remarks made by rapper Quavo, of the popular Atlanta rap trio Migos. But after a Twitter backlash, the singer is offering an apology of her own.
Business
BofA to Repay Released Arizona Inmates for Debit-Card Fees
Bank of America Corp. will repay tens of thousands of released Arizona prison inmates for what advocacy groups say were excessive charges to access money on debit cards they received when they got out of prison.
Technology
University of Michigan Getting Driverless Shuttles This Fall
The tall, airy, 15-passenger shuttles will carry students and staff in a two-mile loop on campus roads alongside regular traffic.
Finance
Summer Vacation? Lots of Americans Say They Can't Afford It
Forget frequent flier miles, last-minute getaways and even road trips. Nearly half of Americans say they won't be taking a vacation this summer, mostly because they can't afford it.
Cars
Ford to Move Focus Production to China, Sees No U.S. Job Loss
Ford said Tuesday it plans to move production of its Ford Focus small car from the U.S. to China, where it already makes the Focus for Chinese buyers.
Style
Slow the Signs of Aging With Sun Protection
As Pride season begins, some may be hoping to show off a tan. While these individuals may believe tanning makes them more beautiful, this habit can actually damage their skin in the long run.
Health/Fitness
Female Legislators Rise Up Against Closed Door AHCA
Prompted to anger by the closed-door negotiations of Republican men on the secretive Senate version American Health Care Act, female legislators are speaking out about the right to universal health care, and the need to protect women and girls.
Travel
Maine: Water, Woods, the Arts & Adventure
Experience Maine's coast, a mountain hike, a whitewater adventure or a museum. Here are a few options.
Nightlife
Rhode Island Pride Festival Club Parties :: July 17, 2017
After the parade ended the parties at the clubs got started. Here are some fun photos from the Providence Eagle, The Dark Lady/Alley Cat, The Stable, EGO and Mirabar.
