LGBTQ+

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has cleared the way for the state to institute a ban on conversion therapy. The court ruled Tuesday that a Republican-controlled legislative committee’s rejection of a state agency rule that would ban the practice of conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ people was unconstitutional.

“Choosing Love” co-authors Dawne Moon & Theresa Tobin explore how people can identify as both conservative Christians and a part of the LGBTQ+ community, and the lessons they can teach about relationships, inclusion and justice.

As hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community rise across the nation, local groups in Milwaukee are doing something about it. They're teaching self-defense skills.

Michail Takach joins Lake Effect’s Audrey Nowakowski to discuss his recent article for Milwaukee Magazine on the legacy of This Is It.

A statement on the LGBTQ Center's website notes financial strain as well as difficulty navigating the current socio-political climate as why they closed. But the closure was abrupt without any public notice or final appeal for support.

This month’s "Group Chat" eavesdrops on three Black leaders who want to imagine a local PrideFest that is truly inclusive of Milwaukee's Black queer community.

Jack Feria, GenreQueer Programmer for Milwaukee Film, joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to discuss some highlights from Summer CAMP! — Milwaukee Film's Pride Month series.

Throughout her career, Sharon Dixon has been involved with nearly every women’s bar in Milwaukee. After decades of serving her community, Dixon was recently in need of their support in return.

A look at how transgender issues became a late-stage topic for the conservative-backed candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court and those supporting him.

Four bills limiting the rights of transgender youth have appeared again in the Wisconsin Legislature. While they're likely to be vetoed by the Gov. Evers if they're even passed, they reflect scary times for young people who are transgender.