LGBTQ news and entertainment
With just a week before the Texas Senate Republican runoff, Donald Trump has endorsed scandal-ridden Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX). Continue reading “Trump Endorses Scandal-Ridden Ken Paxton In TX Senate Race”
Some news stories as we get over Hump Day:
• Them: The oldest gay bar in Texas needs thousands for repairs to stay open. Robert’s Lafitte (lead image) has launched a crowd-funding campaign and is holding a drag fundraiser in an attempt to make up the shortfall.
• Capitol News Illinois: Three dozen Illinois school districts have been named as part of federal investigations into whether the institutions teach about sexual orientation and “gender ideology,” and whether parents can opt out of such curriculum. Continue reading “Oldest Gay Bar In Texas Needs Help + Secret Service Agent Arrested For Exposure + More”
State Rep. James Talarico won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas last night by more than 6 points in his race against Democratic firebrand Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Continue reading “Talarico Wins TX Dem Senate Primary By 6+ Points”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• New York Times: The midterm elections begin tonight with the highly-watched primaries in North Carolina and Texas. Hit the link (gift link) for updates as the results come in.
• Washington Blade: The Supreme Court on Monday blocked a California law that protects trans students from being ‘outed’ to their parents. Continue reading “Primary Results In Texas & North Carolina + More News”
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled Texas can enforce a 2023 law that restricts some public drag shows. Continue reading “Appeals Court Clears The Way For Texas Drag Ban To Take Effect”
Some news items you might have missed:
• OUT: Karamo Brown, the ‘culture’ expert on Queer Eye, pulled out of PR appearances on The Today Show and CBS Mornings today due to fears of “bullying” saying in a message he’s been “mentally and emotionally abused for years.” The question is – bullied by whom – his co-stars?
• Queerty: International pop star Ricky Martin was hanging out with Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams in Milan and the internet was having it. Continue reading “Karamo Brown No-Show For ‘Queer Eye’ PR + More News”
Joshua Warner arrested for impersonating ICE officer (screen cap)Joshua Warner, of Galveston, was arrested and charged with two counts of impersonating a public servant after investigators said he unlawfully detained a person while pretending to be an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer. Continue reading “Texas Man Arrested For Impersonating ICE Officer”
Some news items (other than the U.S. attack on Venezuela) for your Saturday perusal.
• The Fight: Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman shares that editing for the finale movie of the coming-of-age series is nearly complete and should arrive sometime in 2026.
• Queerty: A Grindr user turns to advice columnist Ask Jake after being blocked by two consecutive guys following what seemed like ‘successful’ meet ups – “Is something wrong with me?” Jake is spot-on with his answer. Continue reading “Latest On ‘Heartstopper’ Finale Movie + More News”
Some news stories for you as we head into the weekend:
• White House: The White House posted (and then deleted) a video today showing Santa with a list of ‘naughty’ journalists that included MS NOW reporters Carol Leonnig and Ken Dilanian, CNN’s Jake Tapper, and reporters from CBS News, Axios, and The Bulwark. Continue reading “White House Posts List Of ‘Naughty’ Journalists + More News”
A panel of three federal judges ruled Tuesday today that Texas can not use a new congressional map drawn by state GOP lawmakers in hopes of securing additional Republican U.S. House seats. Continue reading “Texas: Federal Court Blocks Newly-Redrawn Congressional Map”