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News: Carl Nassib Celebrates 30 + ‘Puppy Master’ Sentenced To Prison + More

Carl Nassib and Søren Dahl (via Instagram)
Some news stories you might have missed: • OUT: Carl Nassib, the first (and only) out player in the NFL, turned 30 on Wednesday and celebrated with his boyfriend, 29-year-old Olympic swimmer Søren Dahl. Continue reading “News: Carl Nassib Celebrates 30 + ‘Puppy Master’ Sentenced To Prison + More”

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News: Pedro Pascal In ‘Esquire’ + Ariana DeBose & The Tonys + More

Pedro Pascal (screen capture)
Some news stories you might have missed: • The Advocate: The Last of Us star Pedro Pascal says his transgender sister is “one of the most powerful people” he knows. Continue reading “News: Pedro Pascal In ‘Esquire’ + Ariana DeBose & The Tonys + More”

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Equality Florida Issues Advisory Warning For Travel To Sunshine State

A memo is being circulated among Florida teachers regarding how to cope with the state's new Don't Say Gay law.
Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida (image via official Facebook)
Equality Florida, the largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida’s LGBTQ) community, issued a travel advisory to the state warning of the risks posed to the health, safety, and freedom of those considering traveling or relocating to the Sunshine State. Continue reading “Equality Florida Issues Advisory Warning For Travel To Sunshine State”

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News: Fans Throw DIY Pride Night For Out Hockey Player + More

Fans of out pro hockey player Luke Prokop threw a DIY Pride Night when his team didn't organize one. "It meant a lot to me," said Prokop.
Out pro hockey player Luke Prokop (photo: Candice Ward)
Some news stories you might have missed: • ESPN: Fans of out pro hockey player Luke Prokop threw a DIY Pride Night for him when his team didn’t organize one. “It meant a lot to me,” Prokop told ESPN. “Seeing all the fans that enjoyed the night … the night is about them, not me.” Continue reading “News: Fans Throw DIY Pride Night For Out Hockey Player + More”

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Former Fireman Gets 4+ Years In Prison For Assaulting Cop During Jan. 6 Riot

A former fireman was sentenced to more than four years in prison on Tuesday for throwing a fire extinguisher at police officers during the violent January 6 invasion of the U.S. Capitol building.
Robert Sanford (photo: Dept. of Justice)
A former fireman was sentenced to more than four years in prison on Tuesday for throwing a fire extinguisher at police officers during the violent January 6 invasion of the U.S. Capitol building. Continue reading “Former Fireman Gets 4+ Years In Prison For Assaulting Cop During Jan. 6 Riot”

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Justin Jones Reinstated As State Rep By Metro Nashville Council

Nashville Rep. Justin Jones has been reinstated to his seat in the Tennessee House of Representatives by Metro Nashville’s Council via a unanimous vote.
Rep. Justin Jones (D)
Nashville Rep. Justin Jones has been reinstated to his seat in the Tennessee House of Representatives by Metro Nashville’s Council via a unanimous vote. The vote occurred just four days after he was expelled by Republican state leaders in the House for leading chants for gun reform with a bullhorn on the chamber floor. Continue reading “Justin Jones Reinstated As State Rep By Metro Nashville Council”

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Mother Charged In Case Of 6-Year-Old VA Student Who Shot Teacher

The mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot his first grade teacher in Virginia in January has been charged criminally in connection to the incident.
Richneck Elementary in Virginia (screen capture)
The mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot his first grade teacher in Virginia in January has been charged criminally in connection to the incident. A special grand jury will also be convened to consider whether others should also be held accountable for the shooting. Continue reading “Mother Charged In Case Of 6-Year-Old VA Student Who Shot Teacher”