Chester Gay Guide for gays, lesbians and friends

The Defining LGBT Issue of Our Time
Two years after the Pulse massacre and with zero movement on gun control, queer voters are incensed.

Kim Petras, 21st-Century Pop Princess
This once-bullied transgender singer gets what she wants — and she wants it all!

LGBTQ&A' Podcast: Steven Canals on the 'Rich History of Trans Erasure"
On this week's LGBTQ&A podcast, Pose creator Steven Canals talks about the need for more representation that centers queer and trans people of color.  

Jude Law Responds to Outcry Over De-Gayed Dumbledore
The Fantastic Beasts actor discusses how his character's sexuality will be portrayed on-screen.

Estate of S-Town's Tragic Star Sues Podcast Creators
John B. McLemore's estate claims S-Town creators didn't get permission to reveal private details about McLemore's life, including his sexuality.

Portland Officer Tells Lesbian Couple Called 'Dykes' to 'Ignore' It
When an angry young man got up in the faces of a lesbian couple calling them "dykes" and the c word, the authorities said it was not a hate crime. 

Puerto Rico Allows Trans People to Update Birth Certificates
The new policy is a result of a court ruling three months ago.

Same-Sex Couples Can Now Marry in All Episcopal Churches
While the church had OK'd same-sex weddings in 2015, eight dioceses had opted out — but now they must host the ceremonies, too.

The Biggest Takeaways from Transgender Hollywood on ScarJo Scandal
Here are the most salient points from transgender actors and creatives who spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about seeing themselves on-screen.