LGBTQ news and entertainment
A new study by Lawfare Media found at least 97 of the 1,500+ individuals granted clemency by Donald Trump for their participation in the violent January 6 invasion of the U.S. Capitol have been arrested, charged, or convicted of new crimes. Continue reading “Report: At Least 97 January 6 Rioters Have Been Arrested On New Charges”
Some news items for you as we hip-hop over this Hump Day:
• OUT: Adult entertainment personality Drake Von (above) is facing felony charges after allegedly trying to strangle his partner in his Las Vegas home. I only learned who Drake is trying to watch the OUTtv series “Ultimate Boys Trip.” The show isn’t worth your time and Von comes off extremely loathsome.
• The Advocate: An appeals court has clarified that people living with HIV can join the military again. Continue reading “Drake Von Charged With Domestic Battery + More News”
In recognition of Pride Month, the City of El Paso installed decorative rainbow-themed cylinders on streetlights surrounding Pride Square in Downtown El Paso. Continue reading “El Paso Installs Pride Colors On Streetlights For Pride Month”
With 62% of estimated votes counted in California’s primary, former Fox News host Steve Hilton (R) and former state Attorney General and congressman Xavier Becerra (D) are holding the top two spots to advance the November election for governor.
Former hedge fund manager and billionaire Tom Steyer (D) is in a close third place, but there a lot of votes to count and election officials say the remaining votes will probably lean Democrat. Continue reading “California Primary Results So Far…”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• Deadline: Two-time Grammy winner Peabo Bryson died today after reportedly having recently suffered a stroke. He was 75.
Known for singing soulful ballads, he scored back-to-back Grammys for “A Whole New World” from Aladdin with Regina Belle and the title song from from Beauty and the Beast, a duet with Celine Dion. Rest well, Peabo Bryson.
Continue reading “Peabo Bryson Dies At 75 + Jonathan Bailey On Coming Out + More”
The Department of Justice is reportedly investigating serial liar and disgraced former Rep. George Santos over insider trading on the prediction market Kalshi where he placed bets on…himself.
As the saying goes, “Grifters gonna grift.” Continue reading “George Santos Under Investigation For Insider Trading On Kalshi”
Yesterday, I reported the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upheld a ruling that blocks Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s order to expel transgender service members.
The ruling by a 3-judge panel found the ban was motivated by animus and therefore unconstitutional. The decision did, however, allow the Pentagon to enforce its ban against transgender individuals seeking to enlist. Continue reading “Hegseth After Losing Trans Ban: ‘See You At SCOTUS’”
Some news items for you as we head into the week:
• Gayety: The mega-hit ice hockey series Heated Rivalry won 16 awards – every category it was nominated in – at the 2026 Canadian Screen Awards.
• HBO Max: I highly recommend the beautifully acted Miss You, Love You starring Oscar winner Allison Janney and Tony nominee Andrew Rannells. The darkly comedic movie follows a grieving widow who is forced to plan her husband’s funeral alongside her estranged son’s personal assistant.
Continue reading “‘Heated Rivalry’ Scores At Canadian Screen Awards + More News”
Donald Trump is reportedly backing away from his plan to launch a $1.8 billion fund to dole out to his supporters who claim they were “victims” of unfair prosecution by the government — like the January 6 rioters who assaulted Capitol police officers. Continue reading “Report: Trump Backing Away From $1.8 Billion Slush Fund”
A federal appeals court has affirmed a lower court ruling that blocks the Trump administration from discharging transgender troops from the U.S. military.
The appeals court panel’s 2-1 decision largely upholds a March 2025 ruling by U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes in Washington, D.C.
Reyes concluded that Trump’s executive order to exclude transgender troops from military service likely violates their constitutional rights. Continue reading “Appeals Court Allows Transgender Troops To Remain In Military”