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California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
#lgbtqia
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago
NYC LGBT

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
fromGothamist
1 day ago
LGBT

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
#immigration-enforcement
#nypd
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
2 days ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth Accused of Blocking Promotions of a Dozen Officers Due to Race, Gender: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is accused of blocking promotions of military officers based on race, gender, and political affiliations.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Boy, 14, shot dead and teens arrested for murder

A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Woolwich, prompting a murder investigation and three arrests.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Freedom of speech can never trump liberation - LGBTQ Nation

A chief tenet of liberation is the freedom to define oneself while being accorded the rights and privileges established and guaranteed under law and social standing.
Social justice
#non-crime-hate-incidents
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Labour to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules

The government will change how police in England and Wales record non-crime hate incidents to focus on relevant policing matters.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Labour to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules

The government will change how police in England and Wales record non-crime hate incidents to focus on relevant policing matters.
fromLady Freethinker
5 days ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

The new role was prompted in part by a disturbing case last year involving a dog that had been stabbed by her guardian live on social media. The dog's former guardian was ultimately sentenced to two to seven years in prison, and the dog has since been placed with a new family.
Pets
San Francisco
fromKqed
5 days ago

San Francisco Leaders Propose New Law Requiring Police to ID ICE Agents | KQED

San Francisco's sanctuary city policy enhances public safety and trust by limiting local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration operations.
SF LGBT
fromwww.advocate.com
5 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/31/26

Trans people and gender-nonconforming individuals embody the beauty of humanity and resist erasure through their stories and actions.
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

Tonika Lewis Johnson: Segregation and How to Disrupt It

Tonika Lewis Johnson's Folded Map Project connects residents known as 'map twins' who live on the same street name but miles apart, revealing structural inequality and personal commonality.
Arts
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
#ice
Boston
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
Boston
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
#immigration
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Fundraising
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Sheryl Davis, Human Rights Commission Director and Dream Keeper Chief Under Breed, Arrested on Felony Charges

Sheryl Davis faces criminal charges for misappropriation of public funds and perjury amid ethics violations related to her role in city initiatives.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Shocking video shows man attacking gay reality TV couple's vehicle in road rage incident - LGBTQ Nation

A road rage incident in West Hollywood involved a man attacking a gay couple's car while they were inside, fearing for their safety.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Fresh hope for justice as anonymous letter surfaces in fatal fire probe

An anonymous letter may provide crucial information about a fire that killed six family members nearly 14 years ago.
#nerdeen-kiswani
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
4 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

After foiled firebomb plot at Palestinian activist's home, her lawyers call for broader probe | amNewYork

Nerdeen Kiswani's legal team plans to pursue further action against those creating threats against her beyond the arrested suspect in a foiled attack.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
4 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

After foiled firebomb plot at Palestinian activist's home, her lawyers call for broader probe | amNewYork

Nerdeen Kiswani's legal team plans to pursue further action against those creating threats against her beyond the arrested suspect in a foiled attack.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Mass. man sentenced for online threats to public figures, children, elementary school

A Wilbraham man was sentenced to 32 months in prison for making violent threats against public officials, children, and a local school.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
SF politics
fromMission Local
5 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Jogger Sexually Assaulted By Armed Man Near Stanford University Campus

The woman reported the sexual assault around 6 pm Sunday, saying the man grabbed her near Mayfield Avenue and Santa Ynez Street and pulled her into some nearby landscaping.
Boston
US politics
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Proposed S.F. law would direct police to ID plainclothes ICE agents

San Francisco legislators propose a law for police to verify the credentials of masked federal agents during immigration enforcement.
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Born out of the Civil Rights era, the EEOC pivots toward protecting white people

The EEOC is shifting focus to combat discrimination against all races and sexes, emphasizing legality over diversity initiatives.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

If my boyfriend did what my pastor did, I believe police could investigate'. The campaign to close a serious gap in UK law | Barbara Speed

Rachael Reign's allegations against the UCKG highlight issues of control and coercion within religious groups, which are not covered by current coercive control laws.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Former SF human rights commissioner, nonprofit executive director arrested, DA Jenkins says

Sheryl Davis and James Spingola face multiple charges for financial conflicts of interest related to city contracts exceeding $8.5 million.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Judge dismisses charges against two ex-Louisville police officers in Breonna Taylor case

U.S. District Judge Charles Simpson issued a one-page ruling Friday throwing out charges against Joshua Jaynes and Kyle Meany, two former officers involved in crafting the Taylor warrant.
US news
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
#lgbtq-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
LGBT

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Tony Evers vetoed five anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Outrage at Stonewall after Supreme Court voids Colorado's conversion therapy ban

Activists rallied at Stonewall National Monument in response to a Supreme Court ruling protecting conversion therapy as free speech.
Law
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
1 week ago

Bills targeting hate crimes advance at City Hall as critics warn of protest restrictions

New York City Council is enacting bills to combat a significant rise in hate crimes, particularly antisemitism, while facing opposition regarding free speech concerns.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
#transgender-rights
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

Transgender activists rally in D.C. as nationwide protests bring out millions

Transgender activists and allies rallied in D.C. for Trans Day of Visibility, advocating for federal protections and raising awareness of ongoing legislative issues.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
LGBT

This trans lawmaker's colleagues voted to take away her driver's license. She's still hard at work. - LGBTQ Nation

Kansas State Rep. Abi Boatman, a transgender Air Force veteran, delivered a viral speech opposing SB 244, legislation that revokes transgender people's documents, restricts bathroom access, and creates legal incentives to sue transgender individuals.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Transgender activists rally in D.C. as nationwide protests bring out millions

Transgender activists and allies rallied in D.C. for Trans Day of Visibility, advocating for federal protections and raising awareness of ongoing legislative issues.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

This trans lawmaker's colleagues voted to take away her driver's license. She's still hard at work. - LGBTQ Nation

Kansas State Rep. Abi Boatman, a transgender Air Force veteran, delivered a viral speech opposing SB 244, legislation that revokes transgender people's documents, restricts bathroom access, and creates legal incentives to sue transgender individuals.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Bondi's post-Oct. 7 terrorism task force falters after initial fanfare

The Oct. 7 task force has lost resources and effectiveness in investigating terrorism and antisemitic attacks since its inception.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg warns New York behind the curve' in efforts to stop ghost guns from being produced and used in crime | amNewYork

Bragg stated, 'If you were going to buy or sell an illegal gun, why would you go and do it another way? This is how you would move illegal guns. It's the quickest, safest way from law enforcement detection.'
Law
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-ed | The Gender-Motivated Violence Act at 26: How New York City finally closed the institutional accountability gap | amNewYork

The Morrison decision left a void for survivors of gender-based violence, as it invalidated the federal Violence Against Women Act's civil remedy provision, eliminating federal civil remedies.
NYC LGBT
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/30/26

Black and LGBTQ+ entertainers face significant challenges in America, with activism being crucial for visibility and representation.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

He used Grindr to lure two men to their deaths. Now he's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Using the name "Derek" on Grindr, Pleasant had Wilson meet him at the Banyan Tree Apartments in northeast San Antonio and later shot him to death in Wilson's white Ford Expedition SUV from the vehicle's passenger side. Witnesses saw a suspect in a red hoodie running away from the car with a black duffel bag.
SF LGBT
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Stop Asian Hate movement galvanized political power' in the US. Where is it now?

The Stop Asian Hate movement, sparked by the 2021 Atlanta spa shootings, initially galvanized activism but lost momentum within two years as media attention shifted and the community divided over police involvement in addressing hate crimes.
NYC LGBT
fromGothamist
6 days ago

'Hey sexy': NYC launches anti-street harassment campaign in subways, public spaces

New York City launches an ad campaign to combat street harassment, featuring graphic ads and resources for reporting and intervention.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 month ago

90 Percent of Student Discrimination and Harassment Complaints Were Dismissed Last Year. Here's Why. | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

President Donald Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education has created a crisis that critics long feared: leaving marginalized students vulnerable to misconduct with little federal intervention. A new report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), a nonpartisan arm of Congress, paints a damning picture of how mass layoffs and the slashing of resources at the agency have significantly impacted the civil rights of students.
US politics
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Trans man schools lawmakers on why "bathroom bills" are ridiculous & dangerous - LGBTQ Nation

A trans man testified against an Idaho bathroom bill, demonstrating how the law would force transgender people to choose between legal arrest or physical assault in public restrooms.
#hate-crime
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

He beat a trans woman & said he hopes Trump kills all trans people. He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Andre Karlow received a seven-year prison sentence after conviction for violently attacking a trans woman in a hate crime.
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago
LGBT

Young man "quasi decapitated" a gay elder he called a "pedophile." He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Thug gouged out gay man's eyes in disgusting hate crime. He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

An Oregon man was sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for a premeditated hate crime assault on a gay man he targeted through Grindr in 2021.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

A radicalized teen brutalized a gay man & posted video of the attack online. He's walking free. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

A gay man was assaulted by someone shouting slurs. Prosecutors won't pursue it as a hate crime. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

He beat a trans woman & said he hopes Trump kills all trans people. He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Andre Karlow received a seven-year prison sentence after conviction for violently attacking a trans woman in a hate crime.
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago
LGBT

Young man "quasi decapitated" a gay elder he called a "pedophile." He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Thug gouged out gay man's eyes in disgusting hate crime. He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

An Oregon man was sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for a premeditated hate crime assault on a gay man he targeted through Grindr in 2021.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

A radicalized teen brutalized a gay man & posted video of the attack online. He's walking free. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

A gay man was assaulted by someone shouting slurs. Prosecutors won't pursue it as a hate crime. - LGBTQ Nation

fromTruthout
1 month ago

"Reforms" Didn't End Police Violence in 2020 and They Won't End ICE Violence Now

Yet while "Abolish ICE" serves as a unifying chant in the streets, Democrats are once again seeking to temper and co-opt people's demands into a narrow version of reform. The demands outlined by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer could not be more toothless: requiring ICE agents to unmask, wear body cameras, and to follow a code of conduct modeled on other law enforcement agencies.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Police plans to stop recording lower-level hate incidents in England and Wales a disaster for disabled people', campaigners warn

Scrapping recording of non-crime hate incidents would remove vital intelligence and worsen safety for disabled people.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Report hate incidents, crime or not, says Met

London police ask residents to report hate incidents, even if not criminal, to monitor rising community tensions and prioritize limited policing resources.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

DOJ opening civil rights investigation into Alex Pretti's death

DOJ opened a civil rights investigation into Alex Pretti's fatal shooting by Border Patrol in Minneapolis; the FBI will lead the probe.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Over 1,000 anti-LGBTQ+ attacks occurred in 2025: report

Anti-LGBTQ+ incidents rose to 1,042 nationwide in 2025, with transgender people and Pride events disproportionately targeted, including vandalism, assaults, threats, and arson attempts.
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