Seattle Gay News Volume 53 Issue 4 Feed

Lambert House ramps up massive renovations ahead of Youth Pride event

Lambert House, a drop-in center in Seattle for LGBTQIA+ youth, announced in early 2024 that it had raised $2 million over five years to buy the property it sits on.

Seattle police allow Christian extremists to provoke Queer protesters, leading to another day of violence and arrests; FBI launches investigation into "targeted violence"

The Mayday USA group, which attempted to declare Jesus "king" of Seattle on May 24 in Cal Anderson Park, in the heart of the city's Queer neighborhood, took to the steps of City Hall on May 27 to call on Mayor Bruce Harrell.

Cops mob Trans, Queers, and allies over popped balloon at Mayday USA counterprotest

Police violence broke out during a May 24 counterprotest in Cal Anderson Park. An anti-Trans, pro–nuclear family, and fundamentalist group known as Mayday USA was hosting a "Don't Mess with Our Kids" event.

Over 30 years of HIV/AIDS housing services at Lifelong come to a close in King County

A long-standing network of support for Seattle's LGBTQIA+ community members who are living with HIV/AIDS has officially closed its 30+-year chapter in King County.

New spicy graphic novel Gaysians homes in on the intersectionality of identities and racism in Seattle's Gay community

Author Mike Curato's upcoming graphic novel, Gaysians, dives into the importance of finding community as a Gay Asian man: the experiences of feeling lost but leaning into your authentic self.

Ballard's Salmon Bay FC builds momentum and ties West Seattle Rhodies in season opener

Only the perfect storm of a complete divisional shake-up, paired with a nationwide trend toward women's sports, could have resulted in two brand-new preprofessional soccer teams playing their inaugural game against each other.

By and for the community: The 6th annual White Center Pride street festival will be resource heavy but create a big bang with Queer wrestling

For the sixth year in a row, White Center Pride is hosting a street festival, and what's made the Rat City celebration stand out from other area Pride events is its overarching disapproval of corporate sponsors – truly by and for the community.

City Councilmember Mark Solomon asked Seattle's LGBTQ Commission to speak with Pride organizers about allowing cops to march fully uniformed

Just ahead of Pride Month, Seattle City Councilmember Mark Solomon requested that the Seattle LGBTQ Commission speak with Seattle Pride organizers about allowing Seattle Police Department officers who are Queer to march in the parade fully uniformed.

Snovalley Pride summer events to celebrate Queers on the Eastside

The third annual Snovalley Pride will kick off with a picnic at the Tolt Commons in Carnation on June 8, beginning at 11 a.m., which will feature live music, delectable tastings, and art-making stations.

Bill strengthening 2023 Shield Law headed to governor's desk

A bill that would strengthen the Shield Law, Senate Bill 5632, was recently passed by the Legislature and will be heading to Gov. Bob Ferguson's desk.

Washington Interscholastic Activities Association tosses proposed anti-Trans amendments

Last year, 17 school districts brought forth proposed Amendments 7 and 8 to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) handbook, and after months of anticipation, WIAA board members tossed out the amendments.

Todd Stephens: A trailblazer in Queer Cinema

Todd Stephens is a trailblazer in queer cinema. Known for his influential films, he remains an unsung hero to many. This interview aims to change that, providing an opportunity to explore the visionary filmmaker and his incredible journey.

UTOPIA Washington opens registration for QTPI Camp, which empowers and emboldens Queer Pasifika people

Registration has officially opened for UTOPIA Washington's QTPI Camp, a free event for all Queer and Transgender Pacific Islanders that will run from July 31 to August 3 – and spots are filling up fast.

Capital City Pride's "Queerotica" art exhibit spotlights kinky and diverse sexual expressions

Capital City Pride in Olympia is hosting "Queerotica," a body-positive art exhibit that celebrates transformational healing and a diverse range of sexual expression through community connections and erotica.

Supporting queer families, Renton's community rallies together

Counterprotestors arrived early for the anti-drag protest outside of The Brewmaster's Taproom in Renton on April 12. Some were families, moms and dads with little kids who ran around with rainbow flags, while others were on their own, standing watch.

Jonathan Adamow's murderer caught, faces charge of murder in the first degree with firearm enhancement

After 23-year-old Charles Michael Hickman III was arrested on April 7, the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (KCPAO) brought a charge of murder in the first degree against him for the tragic murder of Queer community member Jonathan Adamow.

Crowned in magic: Alyssa Edwards dazzles at the Moore Theater

Alyssa Edwards' performance of Crowned at the Moore Theater on April 11 was pure magic. From the moment she stepped on stage, her radiance filled the room.

Man tears down Seattle elementary school Pride flag and lights it on fire

On March 24, the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (KCPAO) filed two felony charges for a hate crime and malicious mischief in the second degree against 37-year-old Vladimir Morgun.

Seattle PrideFest launches fundraiser amid nationwide sponsorship challenges

Seattle PrideFest will celebrate its 19th year of dazzling events on June 28-29 on Capitol Hill and at Seattle Center. But nationwide sponsorship challenges have taken ahold of many LGBTQIA+ Pride Month festivals, including this one.

King County Prosecuting Attorney's office charges three suspects with hate crimes for Pony patron attack

Yesterday the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (KCPAO) charged three suspects with hate crimes. The 17-, 19-, and 24-year-olds were arrested by Seattle Police last month after being tied to the Pony hate crime that occurred in February.