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Questions about sexual orientation, gender identity and changes to queries about race and ethnicity are on track to be asked in the most comprehensive survey of American life by 2027, U.S. Census Bureau officials said Thursday.

A group of as many as 10 to 15 men and women assaulted a gay man at a McDonald’s in Washington, D.C., and called him a homophobic slur, prompting police to investigate the attack as a hate crime.

The High Heel Race – perhaps D.C.’s most fabulous Halloween season tradition – returned for its 37th year on Tuesday night with dazzling outfits and sky-high shoes. Dozens of kings, queens and anyone between turned out in their best drag for a fun run down 17th Street, but one cowpoke called Kenny Monroe galloped ahead of the rest. “It feels…

D.C.’s most fabulous Halloween season tradition returned for its 37th year on Tuesday night. News4’s Tommy McFly brings you right to the finish line – plus checks out the best outfits. 

News4 is wearing purple in honor of Spirit Day, a day recognized on the third Thursday of October to support LGBTQ+ youth. 

October is LGBT History Month, a time to honor a community often under attack. The I Am Awards this weekend at MGM National Harbor will celebrate shining stars in the local queer community. Ts Madison and Speak Out founder Antonio Driver share why there’s a need for this kind of recognition.

World Pride 2025 will be held in D.C., and we’re learning more about the big events.

Thailand’s landmark marriage equality bill has been officially written into law, allowing same-sex couples to legally wed.

The practice of conversion therapy has stirred controversy and is opposed by the American Medical Association.

The trans visibility march is takes place Saturday in downtown D.C. News4’s Tony Perkins spoke with National Trans Visibility March Executive Director Hope Giselle about all the festivities and events taking place this weekend. “We’re gonna show up and show up in a way that let’s folks know that we are not only here to be visible but there’s concerns...

Oscar-nominated director David France said the voices of children have been left out of the nationwide debate over drag reading events.

More than 150 of the out athletes at the 2024 Games are women, according to sports site OutSports.

A federal appeals court panel ruled 2-1 on Friday that Tennessee does not unconstitutionally discriminate against transgender people by not allowing them to change the sex designation on their birth certificates.

Pennsylvania authorities confirmed that dismembered human remains found late last month are those of a transgender teenager who had been reported missing. 

This Pride Month, News4 examined how a small beach town that began as a church camp became a safe space for LGBTQ people.

LGBTQ older adults are twice as likely as their heterosexual counterparts to grow old single and living alone, according to SAGE, an advocacy organization for LGBTQ elders.

Those covered by the pardon will be able to apply to receive proof that their conviction has been erased, petition to have their discharges from the military upgraded and move to recover lost pay and benefits.

This Pride Month, News4 examined how a small beach town that began as a church camp became a safe space for LGBTQ people.

Young people face all kinds of pressure from school, friends and a growing social life. For transgender and nonbinary youth, there are many other considerations. Tommy McFly looks at how people in the D.C. area are making bullying readiness plans to help kids avoid or navigate potentially dangerous situations.