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Baldwin calls for reversal of previous administrations transgender prison policy
Windy City Times News - WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ed Markey (D-MA), Patty Murray (D-WA), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Kirsten Gillibrand
Billy Masters entertainment gossip
Windy City Times News - Happy Birthday to @jessetyler the object of my desire. This love affair has gone on for what seems like an eternity...I love this man more than p***y. Lea DeLaria posts a very disturbing Instagram birthday greeting to
'Christmas Dearest' production Nov. 27-Dec. 31
Windy City Times News - Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 20th-anniversary season with the return of one of its most popular holiday musicals: Christmas Dearest, featuring book and lyrics by Artistic Director David Cerda; music by Cerda and
Trans Netflix employees file labor suit
Windy City Times News - Two transgender Netflix employees have filed labor charges against the streaming giant in the wake of the Dave Chappelle controversy concerning his special The Closer, alleging the company retaliated against them for speaking out against the
Actor Kal Penn announces engagement to boyfriend
Windy City Times News - Actor Kal Penn (TV's House and Clarice; the Harold & Kumar films) revealed to People that he is engaged to marry his longtime partner, Josh, The Hollywood Reporter noted. The couple, who have been together for
News notes from showbiz: Non-binary actor, holiday TV specials, John Waters, Grammys
Windy City Times News - Non-binary actor E.R. Fightmaster (TV's Shrill and Work in Progress) is joining the cast of ABC's long-running medical drama series Grey's Anatomy as a recurring member: Dr. Kai Bartley, the show's first non-binary doctor, out.com.
News notes from around the nation: Intersex snapshot, teacher fired, 'Living Rainbow,' Task Force
Windy City Times News - In honor of Intersex Awareness Day (Oct. 26), the National Institutes of Health's Sexual and Gender Minority Research Office (SGMRO) released the DSD & Intersex Research Portfolio Snapshot of the NIH FY 2019 SGM Portfolio Analysis,
News notes from around the world: Italian senate, Polish bill, LGBTQ+ Afghans, soccer player
Windy City Times News - Italy's senate killed a bill that would have made violence against LGBTQ+ and disabled people, as well as misogyny, a hate crime, The Guardian reported. The 315-member senate voted 154 to 131 to block the debate
Mejia Beal elected chair of DuPage Democrats
Windy City Times News - Ken Mejia-Beal, a part of the LGBTQ+ community, has been elected chair of the Democratic Party of DuPage County. Mejia-Beal was the appointed vice-chair of governmental affairs for the same organization. On his page, he
Red Stars score historic win, qualify for playoffs
Windy City Times News - The Chicago Red Stars defeated the Orlando Pride, 1-0, at Exploria Stadium on Oct. 29, according to SB Nation. Kealia Watt's second-half goal was the difference, and it ensured that Chicago would host an opponent (to
Kinzinger not seeking re-election
Windy City Times News - U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Illinois) one of the most prominent critics of former President Donald Trump in the House Republican Conference announced in a video Oct. 29 that he will not seek
LGBTQ+ Latinx health care providers discuss impact of COVID-19 pandemic
Windy City Times News - As part of its COVID-19 Grand Rounds series, AIDS Foundation Chicago hosted an Oct. 26 panel featuring LGBTQ+ Latinx healthcare providers sharing how the pandemic has impacted their personal and professional lives. Panelists included Howard Brown
Trans ex-Netflix employee talks Chappelle, ‘Closer’ controversy
Windy City Times News - The Closer, Dave Chappelle's latest special for Netflix, has caused considerable controversy especially for members of the LGBTQ+ community, many of whom say the production contains transphobic jokes. Among those who
The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer, theater review by Mary Shen Barnidge
Windy City Times News - Title: Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer. Playwright: Cheryl L. West At: Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St. Tickets: $15-$45. Runs through: November 21 The custom nowadays is for shows to finish their
Pres. Biden nominates Gigi Sohn FCC Commissioner; would be first out LGBTQ FCC Commissioner
Windy City Times News - Washington, DC Today President Joe Biden nominated Gigi Sohn to fill a vacant seat at the Federal Communications Commission, putting her on-track to become the first out LGBTQ FCC commissioner in history, if confirmed by
Joffrey names new head of studio company, trainee program
Windy City Times News - Abbott Academy Director of the Joffrey Academy of Dance Raymond Rodriguez announced that Christopher Marney is the new head of studio company and trainees at the academy. Marney begins his new role Nov. 3, just eight
John Doe in Blackhawk investigation steps forward
Windy City Times News - As an independent report on the Chicago Blackhawks' handling of a 2010 sexual-assault allegation continued, the former player whose complaint was at the heart of the scandal revealed his identity in a televised interview, The Chicago
Chicago International Film Festival screens messages of diversity inclusion at 57
Windy City Times News - The International Film Festival turned 57 in 2021. While it was scaled down from previous years, much of the festivities seemed just like old times. On Oct. 13-24, North Americans longest-running competitive film festival held screenings
Blackhawks GM leaves after sexual misconduct findings revealed
Windy City Times News - A law firm working for the Chicago Blackhawks completed an independent review of a former player's 2010 sexual-misconduct allegations against then-video coach Brad Aldrich as well as the team's handling of his complaint at the time,
Four more states removed from Chicago's COVID travel advisory
Windy City Times News - On Oct. 26, the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) removed four states from its weekly COVID-19 Travel Advisory. The advisory now includes 41 states and two territories following the removal of Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland and
Ronn Harris, Evanston resident's initiative rewards good deeds
Windy City Times News - You've got to accentuate the positive/ Eliminate the negative/ Latch on to the affirmative/ Don't mess with Mister In-Between The lyrics above may be from the Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters song Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive,
Another John Wayne Gacy victim identified
Windy City Times News - On Oct. 25, the Cook County sheriff's office announced that another previously unnamed victim of the infamous serial killer John Wayne Gacy has been identified, NBC Chicago reported. Authorities have identified the human remains formerly known
Howard Brown Health unveils new Broadway Youth Center
Windy City Times News - Howard Brown Health recently unveiled the new permanent home for Broadway Youth Center, its program for LGBTQ people ages 12-24 and young people experiencing homelessness. Located at 1023 W. Irving Park Road, the new space has
410 LGBTQ+ candidates ran for office in 2021; racial, ethnic diversity up
Windy City Times News - Washington, DC — Today LGBTQ Victory Fund, the only national organization dedicated to electing LGBTQ leaders to public office, released its 2021 Out on the Trail report, which details the number and diversity of LGBTQ candidates
'A Michael Martin Tribute' Nov. 11-28
Windy City Times News - Curious Theatre Branch will host a three-week celebration of the solo performance monologues of the late Michael Martin, curated by Kelly Anchors. A Michael Martin Tribute will take place Nov. 11-28 at Pride Arts Center, 4139
Texas governor signs anti-trans sports bill
Windy City Times News - Texas' transgender student-athletes will be restricted from playing on K-12 school sports teams that align with their gender identity under a bill Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law Oct. 25, The Texas Tribune reported. House Bill
Annie Leibovitz at Chicago Humanities Festival on Dec 7.
Windy City Times News - On Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m., influential photographer Annie Leibovitz will come to the Chicago Humanities Festival for an exclusive conversation her only event in the Midwest to celebrate the publication of her newest collection, Wonderland.
Plan ahead and save your spot for 2022 at the historic Lang House Chicago. Cozy up by one of three fireplaces or unwind in their private sauna. Browse amenities here: bit.ly/39C7IKM
Plan ahead and save your spot for 2022 at the historic Lang House Chicago. Cozy up by one of three fireplaces or unwind in their private sauna. Browse amenities here: bit.ly/39C7IKM
Personal PAC holds virtual annual awards luncheon
Windy City Times News - Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock was the keynote speaker at Personal PAC's 28th annual awards luncheon Oct. 20. The event was held virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Personal PAC's vision, according to its website, is
Melissa Gilbert joins ‘Rehab’ cast with Dan Butler
Windy City Times News - Melissa Gilbert an Emmy-winning and Golden Globe-nominated actor, director, producer and New York Times best-selling author known for her role on TV's Little House on the Prairie will join the cast of the upcoming world premiere of When
MCA to showcase Justin Vivian Bond on Oct. 30
Windy City Times News - On Saturday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m., The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E. Chicago Ave., will present Music Talk: Justin Vivian Bond and Jim Hodges, featuring singer-songwriter, author, painter, performance artist and actor Mx.
Campus Pride releases list of worst anti-LGBTQ schools
Windy City Times News - Campus Pride officially released its 2021 Worst List, naming 180 campuses across the country as the absolute worst, most unsafe campuses for LGBTQ youth. The colleges and universities included in this year's list have either received
Billy Masters on Joy Behar and more
Windy City Times News - There was talk of Harry Styles, but I think he ran. He was too scared. Boy George discusses who will play him in a biopic or, rather, who won't. The frontrunner currently is Yungblud a young British singer. If
Twitter suspends Indiana politician for misgendering trans official
Windy City Times News - Twitter suspended the account of U.S. Rep. Jim Banks, R-Ind., after he intentionally misgendered Health and Human Services official, Dr. Rachel Levine the first transgender person to hold an office that
Performance review: Randy Rainbow tackles politics, shows talent at The Chicago Theatre
Windy City Times News - YouTube sensation Randy Rainbow brought The Pink Glasses Tour to The Chicago Theatre on Oct. 22. Best known for videos that parody musical numbers with a focus on politics, the heavily curated show began with a
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AND THEN WE DANCED is "one of the most intimate, devastating and euphoric love stories ever told on screen" (GQ Magazine). After being met with homophobic protests at its premiere in Tblisi, Georgia, AND THEN WE DANCED went on to screen at the prestigious Cannes and Sundance film festivals, winning Sweden's top film award in the process. AND THEN WE DANCED opens this Valentine's Weekend at the historic Music Box Theatre. TICKETS: https://musicboxtheatre.com/films/and-then-we-danced
Madame Mayor’s got moves! Mayor Lightfoot joins Sheila E. and Deborah Cox on stage for a quick number at Northalsted Market Days. We do not own the rights to this music.
MS. BLAKK FOR PRESIDENT is on stage now at Steppenwolf Theatre Company!
13 year-old Grand Marshall (and parade organizer) Molly Pinta at the inaugural Buffalo Grove Pride Parade!
Last week Center on Halsted, Lambda Legal - Midwest Regional Office, Pride Action Tank, Windy City Times, and countless activists and members of the LGBTQ community celebrated Tracy Baim's 35 years in LGBTQ media. We hope you consider making a donation to keep WCT a vibrant and free publication!
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Check out these GORGEOUS production pics from the world premiere of ANNA KARENINA at The Joffrey Ballet. Performances continue through 2/24! Photos by Cheryl Mann. joffrey.org
Check out this AMAZING teaser of THE PRODUCERS now playing at Paramount Theatre!
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Writer Eddie S Pierce Jr. share his powerful story.
Ashley Molin, Associate Director of Behavioral Health at Center on Halsted shares her story
Comedian Casey Dean Steckly Coppess shares his story.
Todd Williams from Center on Halsted shares his story.
We are sharing stories about coming out and living authentically today (National Coming Out Day).
10/11 is National Coming Out Day!
We need a laugh today. Spotted in a Macy’s. Last. Week.
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Here's a cleaner cut of the #HireTrans stream from Monday!
Behind the scenes at #TransHire!
Thousands shut down Lake Shore Drive tonight in Chicago, lots of rainbow flags, bisexual flags, trans protesters, BlackLivesMatter protesters, immigrant justice warriors, and so many more.
Thousands shut down Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, part of nationwide protests against the Trump/Pence election.
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