When I was an adolescent, obsessed with the New Kids On The Block and poring over teen magazines, I saw a lot of Kirk Cameron, star of the TV series “Growing Pains.” Curly-haired and baby-faced, he was the king of ...
In the ever-evolving tapestry of Pittsburgh’s queer history, there are certain places that become more than just venues—they become homes. Brewers Hotel and Bar is one of those sacred spaces. After 45 years under the stewardship of Andy Usner and ...
Fortunately, queer representation on the Hallmark Channel is no longer a rare Christmas miracle, and much of that progress can be attributed to Jonathan Bennett. The actor, producer and proud Midwesterner is breaking barriers and challenging norms as a trailblazing ...
Advertisement Those interested in taking part in clinical trials for HIV prevention – including the REV UP clinical trial – can contact Sherri Karas Certo by calling or texting 412-818-4942 or emailing Sjk91@pitt.edu. When PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) became available in ...
Sit down, shut up, and play bingo! Rick Allison has been calling the monthly OUTrageous Bingo for 27 years, which raises money for the Shepherd Wellness Community and the Pittsburgh Equality Center. Rick takes us through the origins of this ...
QBurgh is once again a proud sponsor of the Handmade Arcade Holiday Market. Each year QBurgh has the privilege of donating our booth to a young queer artist or crafter for the event. This year’s QBurgh artist Jess Schweitzer. Jess is a Pittsburgh-based artist ...
Pittsburgh is making waves on the national stage as Lydia B. Kollins, a trailblazing drag performer, becomes the first queen from the Steel City to compete on RuPaul’s Drag Race main series in over 12 years. This announcement marks a ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th. For the first time, the Supreme Court on Wednesday will consider a state’s authority to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth and whether such a ban constitutes sex discrimination. Oral arguments for United States v. ...
As we move into 2025 and approach the inauguration of President Trump, the LGBTQIA+ community faces an unprecedented crossroads. Rights we fought tirelessly to achieve are under constant attack, our safety is threatened, and the narratives about our lives are ...
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) is a fucking ghoul. According to The New Civil Rights Movement, Mace has introduced “a binding resolution to ban transgender women from using women’s restrooms in the House of Representatives, after Sarah McBride, a Democrat ...
As we approach a pivotal moment, with the inauguration of President Donald Trump looming on January 20th, the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation is stepping up to support Pittsburgh’s LGBTQ+ community. They’re hosting a series of free LGBTQ+ Legal Clinics in ...
It has come to my attention that some Democratic lawmakers and talking heads are blaming Vice President Kamala Harris’s loss on transgender people. Or, more specifically, Democrats being too nice to transgender people. “The Democrats have to stop pandering to ...
Luna Skye was crowned Miss P Town 2025 on Sunday night, facing off against some of Pittsburgh’s fiercest drag queens. Here’s how it all went down: Photos by Ava Grace. ...
Critical county services for the LGBTQIA+ community and the most vulnerable members of society are under threat due to a budget crisis. County property taxes haven’t been raised in over 10 years, while operating expenses have increased, leading to budget deficits ...
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by coming together as a community for a day filled with love, gratitude, and delicious food? TransYouniting invites you to the 8th Annual TRANSgiving, an inclusive and ...
Another Party hosted RuPaul’s Drag Race alumni Kelly Mantle (season six) and Nicole Paige Brooks (season two) at P Town Bar on Friday night. Indica’s monthly party also featured Izzy Uncut, Lydia Kollins, Kat De Lac, Joe My Gosh, Belair ...
In a dazzling celebration of talent, beauty, and charisma, Luna Skye was crowned Miss P Town 2025 last night, marking a triumphant moment in Pittsburgh’s vibrant queer community. The annual drag pageant was a fierce competition that showcased the city’s ...
Updated at 10:46 am on November 22, 2024. Club Pittsburgh released the following statement: “The management and team at Club Pittsburgh are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred early this morning. Our foremost priority has always been to ...
The new Hulu documentary “Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara” makes some horror films look like Disney fare. That’s because something is especially scary when it could happen to you. Or in this case, a lesbian Canadian indie-turned-pop duo ...
Navigating the process of updating ID documents can be daunting, especially for trans individuals who face unique challenges when it comes to ensuring their documents reflect their authentic selves. Fortunately, there are steps you can take today to make this ...
Family members of Pauly Likens and Amariey Lei, alongside LGBTQ+ advocates, will gather at the Pittsburgh City-County Building tomorrow to demand justice and accountability for the tragic murders of these beloved young transgender women. The press conference, timed to coincide ...
AIDS Free Pittsburgh, Allies for Health + Wellbeing, Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation, Pitt Men’s Study, Shepherd Wellness Community, and True T Pgh are thrilled to present World AIDS Day 2024: Remember the Time on Sunday, December 1, from 5:30 to ...
Oh, the holidays are a time of year that conjures up many different feelings in each one of us. Whether you have the holiday joy or absolutely dread this time of year, you are not alone. Many of us ...
Sarah Rosso, Executive Director of Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation, joins us on this episode of the QBurgh podcast to talk about the good work Sarah and the team at Hugh Lane are doing to break down barriers for the LGBTQ+ ...
The holidays are a time for connection, celebration, and care—and this year, the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation is once again stepping up to ensure that LGBTQ+ and HIV community members across Western Pennsylvania have a joyful and nourishing holiday. The ...
Silas Maxwell Switzer, our archive clerk, provides an update on the QArchives project: Digitizing an archive is far more complex than it might seem. It’s not just about scanning documents and photos; it’s about ensuring every single detail is correct. ...
“Star Trek” legend George Takei does not currently have a new film or television series or play or voice role for a video game or an animated project in the works, and it’s because the 87-year-old actor, who is constantly ...
The Stonewall Alliance, parent organizations of all Stonewall Sports Pittsburgh leages, is seeking nominations for Commissioner positions across five of their leagues. Nominations are currently being accepted now through November 24, 2024 for Bowling, Kickball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, and Yoga. ...
This story is published in partnership with the Queer News Network, a collaboration among 11 LGBTQ+ newsrooms to cover down-ballot elections across ten states. Read more about us here. Despite running a campaign that the Huffington Post described as “the most racist campaign ...
On Friday, Stay Gold Books in Regent Square hosted a reading, discussion, and remembrance for Intersex Day of Solidarity with author Alicia Roth Weigel and local “intersex, queer, trauma-informed somatic space holder” Lyss Ball. Photos by Ava Grace. ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th. Sarah McBride won Delaware’s at-large U.S. House seat on Tuesday, Decision Desk HQ projects. She campaigned on expanding Delawareans’ access to health care — an effort on which she has focused her career in the ...
Dakota Riley (Jake Holley, looking like a hot hybrid between Jim Carrey and Tig Notaro) rides his bike to a Grindr hookup but panics when the hookup wants to go faster and further than he planned in Benjamin Howard’s coming-of-age ...
On today’s special episode of the QBurgh Podcast, Jim rejoins the show and we welcome Miracle Jones, Director of Advocacy and Policy for 1Hood. 1hood.org We’re discussing the reaction to the results of the 2024 election and how we as ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th Voters in three progressive states have voted to codify marriage equality. California, Colorado and Hawaii all had ballot measures to protect the right of people of all genders to marry under state ...
It’s Election Day, and I’m going out tonight. I take the T Downtown, buying an extra pass for the ride home. Then, I take the 91 to Lawrenceville. I promised QBurgh an article and could use the money, so I’ve ...
Ian Price is the President of the Steel City Stonewall Democrats The 2024 Presidential election has left many of us, our friends and family sad, upset, and fearful for the future. These are legitimate emotions that we should be paying ...
If you are feeling overwhelmed by the election news, please call the Trevor Project hotline at 1-866-488-7386. There are longer than usual waits for TrevorTxt and TrevorChat. Last night, as election results poured in and it became clear that Donald ...
Today, we stand on the edge of what might be the most crucial election of our lifetime. It’s no exaggeration: this vote matters more than ever before. We know what’s at stake. For years, we’ve witnessed the aggressive targeting of ...
Tomorrow is November 5 and I, for one, am dreading the election and at the same time yearning for it to be over. The result is that I am suspended in a purgatory of sorts, where time moves simultaneously ever ...
Any Jodie Foster fan worth the name knows that the queen speaks French fluently, has appeared in French films, and even released pop singles in that country when she was a teenager. Now, we don’t know if Rebecca Zlotowski’s (“Other ...
PFLAG Pittsburgh chapter President David West joins us to discuss the history of PFLAG in Pittsburgh and the wonderful support network they have and what first time parents and families can expect at a Pittsburgh PFLAG meeting. PFLAG provides support, ...
This story is published in partnership with the Queer News Network, a collaboration among 11 LGBTQ+ newsrooms to cover down-ballot elections across ten states. Read more about us here. Donald Trump has made anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric — with a particular focus on ...
I was visiting my sister the same day that disgraced former president and super-felon Donald Trump made a campaign appearance at a McDonald’s franchise in order to make French fries. He apparently had a great time at his play-pretend job. ...
From cozy gatherings and support meet-ups to lively drag shows and activist workshops, there’s something for everyone this month. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, learn something new, or just celebrate queer joy, our November event list is here ...
As Allies gears up for an exciting milestone in 2025—their 40th anniversary!—they’re not just celebrating the past but also looking forward to a vibrant future. A key part of that future? Recognizing and empowering young changemakers who are lighting up ...
Today is the last day to request vote by mail in Pennsylvania for the November 5, 2024 election. Applications must be received by 5:00 PM TODAY and completed ballots must be returned by 8:00 PM on November 5, 2024. Allegheny ...
On hit shows such as “Euphoria” and “You,” Lukas Gage has perfected the art of being captivatingly chaotic. Though experiencing a golden shower during the latter’s fourth season might not have been on the actor’s bucket list, it’s on brand ...
As I write this, I am watching NFL Sunday Footbal with my son. Football is not my thing. That is an understatement considering it perpetuates misogyny and toxic masculinity. But my 15-year-old son loves it. Watching football with him and ...
This article was originally published by our partners at the Philadelphia Gay News. Philly Gay News sat down with Billy Porter to discuss Sen. Bob Casey’s reelection campaign. Billy, who asked to go by their first name, is famous for ...
Pittsburgh Police Chief Larry Scirotto, the city’s first openly LGBTQ police chief, will retire effective November 1, just 16 months after taking office. Scirotto’s retirement comes shortly after he announced plans to resume his role as an NCAA basketball referee, ...