Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds

On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.

Bud Light sales still suffering in US a year after controversy

Anheuser-Busch InBev's Bud Light brand has still not recovered in the U.S. more than a year since the beverage giant's controversial partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney sparked a boycott of the beer.

More Republican states challenge new Title IX rules protecting LGBTQ+ students

Another six Republican states are piling on to challenge the Biden administration’s newly expanded campus sexual assault rules, saying they overstep the president’s authority and undermine the Title IX anti-discrimination law.

Atlanta to host first-ever U.S. Global Black Pride

Atlanta has been tapped to host the first-ever Global Black Pride in the U.S. this summer. This is not only a first for the U.S., but it's only second time the celebration has ever been held in-person.

2024 Georgia Legislative Session: Final push for major legislation

Georgia lawmakers are racing to the finish line to pass major legislation as the 2024 Georgia Legislative Session draws to a close.

Death of Nex Benedict, Oklahoma student, prompts vigils across the country

The death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary high school student in Oklahoma, spurred several vigils across the country this weekend. Here is what to know about the teen and the investigation into their death.

Atlanta Hawks announce details for 6th annual Pride Night Jan. 17

The Atlanta Hawks have announced the details for their 6th annual Pride Night at the game against the Orlando Magic on Jan. 17.

Gabriel Attal is France's youngest-ever, 1st openly gay prime minister

Gabriel Attal has been named as France’s youngest-ever prime minister as President Emmanuel Macron seeks a fresh start for the rest of his term amid growing political pressure from the far right.

Ohio governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care, transgender athletes in girls sports

Ohio's Republican governor said the bill would affect a small number of children, “but for those children who face gender dysphoria ... the consequences of this bill could not be more profound."

Pope Francis says priests can bless same-sex unions, requests shouldn't be matter of moral analysis

The Vatican issued a new document explaining a radical change in Vatican policy by insisting that people seeking God’s love and mercy shouldn’t be subject to “an exhaustive moral analysis" to receive it.

Marietta school board upholds decision to ban book titled 'Flamer'

The school board in Marietta voted 6-1 Thursday morning to uphold the decision to remove the book "Flamer" from shelves at Marietta High School.

Atlanta Pride Parade 2023: Love, support fills the streets

The vibrant streets of Atlanta came alive as thousands gathered for the annual Atlanta Pride Parade, with this year's theme being "Show Up and Show Out."

Pope Francis suggests blessings for same-sex couples

Pope Francis has suggested there might be ways to bless same-sex unions. The Vatican on Monday published a letter Francis wrote to five cardinals on July 11 after receiving a list of five questions, or “dubia,” from them a day earlier.