Transgender advocate Story VanNess is challenging the state’s insurance system ‘so that other people don’t have to deal with what I’m going through.’
Power Poll: Pride Month
Survey respondents tend to support inclusive policies for the LGBTQ community but few plan to attend any Pride events this year.
Obscene or Heard?
With new restrictions on drag shows taking effect next month, the impact of the law on performers and venues remains unclear.
Rallying Cries
Hundreds gather as Knox Pride pushes the LGBTQ community and its allies to action over proposed state legislation.
Queens Gambit
A Christian nationalist pastor rallies his congregation to protest a holiday drag show at the Tennessee Theatre.
Preparing to Fight
Local and state LGTBQ advocates are gearing up to confront anti-trans and drag bills in the Legislature — and seeking help from allies.
A Place for Pride
Knox Pride’s new walk-in center in South Knoxville provides a welcoming space for the LGBTQ community.
Show Stopper
For queer performer Adeem the Artist, a shortened set at a concert in Farragut raises questions about whose families are included in “family friendly.”
‘This Will Have Devastating Results’
LGBTQ advocates warn of harm to young people and the state’s economy from proposed anti-transgender legislation.
Tennessee LGBTQ Leaders See Landmark in Ruling
‘Beyond ecstatic’ over U.S. Supreme Court decision in workplace discrimination lawsuits.