Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena will step down from his leadership position rather than face a likely removal vote at next week’s council meeting, ...
Barney Frank, the longtime Massachusetts congressman who became one of the most visible openly gay politicians in modern U.S. history, has died at age 86. ...
Queer News Update: Anti-Trans Mailer Backlash, LGBTQ Healthcare & Pride Season in Pittsburgh #lgbtq
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Updated May 13, 2026, at 10:42 AM. Update: A group of seven Allegheny County Council members publicly announced Wednesday that they will support removing Pat Catena as council president at the May 26 meeting. In a joint statement, council members ...
Political fallout surrounding Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena continued escalating Monday after TransYOUniting publicly rejected a $500 donation sent by Catena following widespread condemnation ...
The Steel City Softball League (SCSL) officially kicked off its landmark 45th season Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Dan Isaacs Field in West Mifflin. ...
If you are a Democrat who participates in the scapegoating and dehumanizing of transgender people, you are a disgrace, you should be ashamed of yourself, ...
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For 23 years, @dreamsofhopeorg has been building queer futures in Pittsburgh through art, storytelling, and collective care. They’re creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ youth can thrive, lead, and imagine liberation together. Read the full article link in bio. 📸 by @avagracestudios
“You’re going to fall to the earth sometimes. But our natural state is rising.” On her first album in 7 years, Melissa Etheridge opens up about grief, survival, queer joy, wildfires, MAGA, and why happiness is still a radical act. Check out the full interview link in bio.
3 queer updates you probably missed this week:
▪️ Anti-trans campaigning faces backlash in local elections.
▪️ Inclusive healthcare expands in Pittsburgh.
▪️ Pride season officially kicks off with the new QBurgh Pride Guide.
And don’t forget: Bigger Gayer Picnic on Sunday, May 24, 1–7 PM, Allegheny Commons Park West.
How did "twink" become shorthand for mockery, contempt, and socially acceptable homophobia? Michelangelo unpacks “demon twink,” “twink death,” internet culture, and why queer archetypes deserve more nuance than a punchline. Full article link in bio.
Pat Catena has resigned as Allegheny County Council President rather than face a likely removal vote following weeks of backlash over his anti-trans campaign mailers. Catena will remain on County Council but leave council leadership. Read the full article link in bio.
