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$2 Million in new grants earmarked for LGBTQ+-owned struggling restaurants

The grants are expected to range from $5,000 to $100,000 and the closing date to apply is October 12.

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California will now restrict state-funded travel to Ohio due to anti-LGBTQ+ law

California is responding to the "Medical Practitioner Conscience" clause, which has been called "the most homophobic law in the country."

Ohio joins 19 states in suing Biden to block LGBTQ+ work and school protections

The state attorneys general are arguing that Title VII does not protect LGBTQ+ people from discrimination in employment and education.

ICYMI: Columbus Adds Enhanced LGBTQ+ Protections to Anti-Discrimination Code

The already comprehensive anti-discrimination ordinances have now been updated to ensure the most up-to-date protections possible.

A Grand Opening: Margie’s Closet Offers Clothes—and Safety—to the Trans Community

With a grand opening this weekend on the Lakewood/Cleveland border, Margie's Closet will be providing clothes AND community!

New Columbus-Based Book Guides Black Women to Self-Mastery

"This is pretty significant as an affinity group to say that Black women deserve a place to shine here."

“Disheartening and Humiliating”: Ohio Wedding Venue Refuses to Hold Same-Sex Ceremony

A Piqua, Ohio couple says that a Casstown, Ohio wedding venue has refused to hold their wedding because they are a same-sex couple.

7 Financial Planning Steps Every LGBTQ+ Person Needs to Take

Every person needs financial forethought and planning, but being LGBTQ+ adds nuance and layers of complexity.

Lisbon, Ohio Coffee Shop Owner: Trans Community & Biden Voters Not Welcome Here [VIDEO]

He also requests that people who kneel at the flag not buy his coffee either.

PROGRESS! – The Cleveland Cavaliers Are Definitely Showing Their LGBTQ+ Support

In a move to foster an inclusive environment, two restrooms have been permanently converted into all-gender facilities.

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