With no lifeboat in sight, some HIV prevention programs may shutter because of federal funding cuts.
The progressive Democrat has made a point to gather endorsements from local LGBTQ+ organizations, almost all of which have now condemned his remarks on trans youth.
Dozens of parents and queer youth stood beside lawmakers to challenge the continued rise of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and show force in community.
Stories by LOOKOUT on what's happening at the legislature
Victory Fund, Equality Arizona, and Equality PAC back Hernandez in crowded special election to replace the late Rep. Raúl Grijalva.
The proposed measure is a way to bypass Governor Katie Hobbs's veto and go straight to voters.
With the fear of more LGBTQ+ rights restrictions, possible discrimination, and a culture that appears to be labeling diversity as a threat, Democratic lawmakers are scrambling for how to help fix it.
Interviews with over a dozen queer people who have left or are considering leaving reveal unease about the state’s politics.
An email sent Friday by Chancellor Steven Gonzalez laid out an initiative to remove pronouns, alter bathroom signage, and do away with all staff-led groups related to diversity and equity.
While advocates advised families of queer youth to stop showing up at the Capitol for fear of being sought out and investigated, others continue to have their voices heard in hearings.
Legal experts say the executive order is unconstitutional, but Pinal County’s top prosecutor is all in.
Prisma Community Care and eight other clinics say the executive orders forcing them to ignore trans identities and dismantle diversity programs are unconstitutional.
Last week, Prisma Community Care resumed providing gender-affirming healthcare for their youth patients, while Phoenix Children's remains quiet on their next moves.
While legal experts said same-sex marriage is safe for now, attacks on LGBTQ+ couples could increase in the future.
The move comes alongside other major city's children's hospitals doing the same.
An Arizona federal judge ruled that Peoria's school board didn't violate Heather Rooks's free speech rights when they attempted to shut down her scripture readings. It left the question open on if she's violating the constitution.
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