Supreme Court overrules WA judge in transgender military ban
The Supreme Court has made an emergency ruling to allow President Trump's ban on transgender soldiers. The ruling comes after Tacoma judge, appointed by President Bush, challenged Trump's order.
DOJ, Dept. of Ed investigating WA OSPI for transgender student protections
The federal government is investigating Washington's OSPI, alleging the state is violating federal laws for allowing transgender students to play sports and use the locker room in school.
Seattle Pride events turn to crowdfunding after sponsors drop DEI support
Pride events in Seattle have lost many sponsors due to Trump administration DEI rollbacks, forcing them to turn to crowdfunding to keep the celebrations going.
Man accused in Seattle hate crime flips off cameras, storms out of courtroom
A man accused of attacking a transgender woman in the University District disrupted a courtroom today, flipping off cameras and abruptly walking out before the hearing ended.
New flag rules used for Transgender Day of Visibility celebrations in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma has passed a new policy for flying flags that the city council deems commemorative. We take a look at how it was used Monday for Transgender Day of Visibility.
WA mayor blows up on LGBTQ activist over POW/MIA flag debate
A mayor and activist debate which flags should be able to fly over city hall in a Seattle suburb, and for how long.
WA Senate Democrats eye constitution change for abortion, gender-affirming care
State democrats say the move is necessary to protect what is already in state law, while Republican opponents say the measure goes too far.
WA judge blocks Trump order targeting transgender youth care
A federal judge in Seattle has blocked two of Trump's executive orders threatening to pull funding from institutions providing care to transgender youth.
Confusion on future of transgender athletes in WA student sports
There is controversy on the field this upcoming spring season as western Washington school districts work to find clarity when it comes to handling transgender athletes.
WA AG files lawsuit against Trump's gender-affirming care executive order
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown announced on Friday morning a multi-state federal lawsuit to halt President Donald Trump's executive order that threatens to end federal funding to medical institutions providing gender-affirming care.
Pacific Northwest wedding vendors helping LGBTQ couples rushing to tie the knot
A growing list of wedding vendors have publicly announced they will support LGBTQ couples concerned about their rights being taken away.
Pacific Northwest wedding vendors aid LGBTQ couples rushing to tie the knot
A growing list of wedding vendors have publicly announced they will support LGBTQ couples concerned about their rights being taken away.
Police seek vandal targeting Bellevue LGBTQ+ Pride mural
Police need help identifying a suspect connected to three incidents of reckless driving and vandalism, seen on video doing donuts on Bellevue's downtown Pride mural.
Pierce County Council member opposes Pride flag display in meeting room
Pierce County Council member Amy Cruver, who represents District 3, appeared virtually from her office. Her reasoning — she would not sit in council chambers where a Pride flag sits on display.
Biden to pardon thousands of LGBTQ US veterans
President Biden is set to pardon thousands of veterans convicted under an old military law that banned sex with the same gender.
SCOTUS to hear ban on gender-affirming car for transgender youth
The US Supreme Court is set to hear an appeal on bans on gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
Bethel School Board clash over LGBTQ+ resolution ends in sheriff complaint
A public spat between two board members spiraled off camera.
After nearly a dozen Pride flags slashed in Poulsbo, residents take concerns to City Hall
Community members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community took concerns to City Hall after nearly a dozen Pride Flags were slashed in Historic downtown Poulsbo.
Downtown Poulsbo pride flags slashed, police looking for info
Pride flags in downtown Poulsbo were slashed just hours after they were installed this weekend, according to police.
Shoreline Catholic school not renewing teacher's contract because she is marrying a woman
A Catholic schoolteacher in Shoreline says she is losing her job next year because she is getting married to a woman, and now parents of students are outraged by the school’s decision.