Trans Ohioans create a safe space to teach other trans people how to shoot guns and handle firearms safely

‘People were smiling and happy and feeling comfortable [because] they have access to firearms for the first time in a safe place.’

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Next week in Ohio: One committee hearing, two anti-LGBTQ+ bills and two big (potential) votes

The drag ban and the bill to legally protect parents who reject their trans children both have hearings on Wednesday

Leaf Home and Blooms is in the business of growing Ohio queer joy

Akron’s LGBTQ+-owned floral and plant boutique is still thriving after more than a decade in West Hill

Drag performers testify against Ohio drag ban that also targets transgender people

Conservative lawmakers said part of their intent is to ban trans and gender non-conforming people from using public locker rooms

Youngstown LGBTQ+ listening event: Join us on April 2 to share LGBTQ+ story ideas

The Buckeye Flame will host “Ohio is So Gay: Past, Present & Future” at Westside Bowl

AudioThis News is So Gay (3/18/26): Covering the Fights Against Anti-Trans Legislation & Period Poverty

Featuring: Missy Spears (Queer Kentucky) and Nick Fulton (The Fourth Estate).

‘I’ve had more engaging conversations with trees’: Trans Ohioans get a cold reception from Ohio US rep in D.C. trip

A trans elder, a trans daughter and her father lobbied Ohio US Rep. David Joyce for trans rights on Capitol Hill

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