2 teens arrested in possible hate crime assault on WA transgender woman
Two teenage boys are in juvenile detention, and two others have yet to be located, after allegedly chasing down and beating a transgender woman in Renton Monday night.
US Supreme Court to consider same-sex marriage case
The U.S. Supreme Court could be facing a decision on same-sex marriage. It all stems from one woman's case, a former county clerk in Kentucky, who was jailed for refusing to issue marriage licenses to gay couples on religious grounds.
WSU gives insight on LGBTQ+ communities across WA
A project from Washington State University is giving new insights on the lives and experiences of LGBTQ+ Washingtonians, and it's a mixed bag of results.
Same-sex rights threatened during Pride month
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled same-sex marriage legal nationwide on June 26, 2015 — but some groups are still fighting against it.
WA leaders raise LGBTQ+ Pride flag at capitol, call for action
As dozens of people gathered in a celebration of pride, state leaders said there is a continued need to fight for LGBTQ+ rights, especially when it comes to queer and transgender youth.
8 people arrested in Seattle City Hall protests | FOX 13 Seattle
A group of evangelicals and conservatives rallied at Seattle City Hall on Tuesday in response to comments made by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell following a anti-trans event held in the city's most prominent LGBTQ+ neighborhood and park over the weekend. By the end of the day, eight people were arrested as police investigate instances of alleged assault.
A religious group is set to protest outside Seattle City Hall. Here's why
Evangelicals and conservatives will rally at Seattle City Hall Tuesday after the mayor's remarks on a protest clash that led to 23 arrests.
Seattle group plans show of force against Mayor Bruce Harrell's protest statements
A group of evangelicals and conservatives are planning to rally at Seattle City Hall on Tuesday to protest comments made by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell in the aftermath of a weekend event at Cal Anderson Park.
Seattle's Mayor Harrell asks for review of permit given for 'far-right rally'
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell issued a statement following a heated protest at Cal Anderson Park on Saturday.
Seattle police make arrests at counterprotest to 'Mayday USA' event in Capitol Hill
Police have made several arrests during altercations at a counterprotest to “Mayday USA" inside Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill.
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.