Historical marker honoring LGBTQ activist Gloria Casarez is Pennsylvania’s first for person of Latino descent
The tribute will be unveiled at Philadelphia City Hall.
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Reinventing Philly’s Pride Parade: What happens next?
A new group is working to create a celebration that’s affordable, representative, and inclusive — without police.
Philly LGBTQ history: An overview of the city’s legacy of pride
From Quaker house parties to the black-and-brown-striped flag.
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Philly Pride shopping guide: Where to support LGBTQ businesses
Since the city doesn’t keep track, we crowdsourced a map.
More than a year after Philly’s gender-neutral bathroom bill, no one’s been cited
The city's fielded just three complaints about public bathrooms that are supposed to be labeled gender-neutral
Why Philly’s new pride flag is causing a controversy (video)
The black and brown stripes are a nod to inclusivity, but some see the design as divisive.
Philly’s new LBGT director: ‘It’s a challenging time for our community’
Amber Hikes was introduced at a City Hall ceremony Thursday.