Ohio’s curriculum stresses abstinence as a general policy and requires only some instruction about sexually transmitted infections.

Welcome to our five-part voter series, where we break down everything LGBTQ+ Ohioans should know before hitting the polls.

For many people in the scene, ballroom is the foundation for their social and personal lives, and keeps many folx healthy, happy and safe.

Two posts pushing back against Rep. Marcy Kaptur’s anti-trans ads have been removed

Many LGBTQ+ Ohioans are running for public office ahead of Ohio’s contentious midterms

Gav Galvan tells LGBTQ+ history to help those like him who grew up without it.

‘This space belongs to us, without confusion or apology.’

Featuring: David DeWitt (Ohio Capital Journal) and Dani Kington (Athens County Independent)

‘I voted with Republicans to keep transgender ideology out of our schools'

Many people don't know anal cancer screening is available and some healthcare providers may not bring it up during a visit.

Ohio still has six laws on the books that criminalize living with HIV. And the laws are actively enforced.

A $4.1 million winning bid paved the way for a vision to preserve the entertainment and food amenities alongside new health and wellness services.

The Ohio-born author, salon hostess and proud lesbian was the toast of early 20th century Paris. Her story can and should continue to inspire.

Featuring: Dr. Kaila Adia Story ('The Rainbow Ain't Never Been Enuf')

Penny Gautreaux knows that anti-trans policies and social media are adding fuel to the fire, but she says there’s still help available.

The church can be a source of deep pain, while the faith, music and spiritual traditions formed there can remain deeply meaningful.

‘I voted with Republicans to keep transgender ideology out of our schools'

Accommodations include curbside voting, assistive technology and extra time and assistance with your ballot

Zuggie Tate’s chapbook ‘Abomination Pink’ explores the beauty that survives every attempt at erasure.

Featuring: Dr. Kaila Adia Story ('The Rainbow Ain't Never Been Enuf')

Ensconced in shadows and myth, cryptids often live along the edge of two worlds, almost invisibly.

The Ohio-born author, salon hostess and proud lesbian was the toast of early 20th century Paris. Her story can and should continue to inspire.

The Ohio-born author, salon hostess and proud lesbian was the toast of early 20th century Paris. Her story can and should continue to inspire.

Elon Musk’s super PAC dropped dozens of ads this week in key Senate races (including in Ohio), and the majority of them focus on trans people. Others are resorting to AI.

Ohio joins the 40 states with an LGBTQ+ population greater than 10%.

“Whatever disagreements we may have about criminal justice or accountability, we do not sentence people in this country to rape or sexual assault.”

Editor in Chief of The Buckeye Flame, Ken Schneck reports on Equality Ohio changing its ranking of Dr. Amy Acton in her campaign for Ohio Governor.

Without The Buckeye Flame, Ohio would join the 18 states that don't have an LGBTQ+ newsroom. We refuse to let that happen.

“I feel like teenagers – especially with times like these, especially queer kids – are either going to want something that’s wish fulfillment, light and fluffy to escape or something that reflects the...

The Queer Trans Project has sent more than 500 trans Ohioans custom gender-affirming supply kits worth a total of nearly $30,000

Ohio joins the 40 states with an LGBTQ+ population greater than 10%.

Founder Landon Reed talks about his brand, representation and why clothing has the power to change and save LGBTQ+ lives.

The funding is a way to uplift small businesses that focus on LGBTQ+ people of color, women and the transgender community impacted by COVID.

For Jane Cavarozzi, the roastery was a ‘way in’ to build economic opportunity in the area that sorely needs the growth.

By collaborating with other local businesses, Kayden Warner sows the seeds of a greener community space in Fremont.

A Mockery have a can-do attitude to change how people see alcohol-free drinks.

This position is pivotal to the growth and sustainability of our vital, scrappy queer newsroom and plays a key role in shaping our future.

Akron didn't have a central collection of LGBTQ+ history. Two professors and a cadre of students are changing that.

Equality Ohio had changed Acton’s grade from 'A' to 'Pending' on July 28, following what they called 'harmful remarks related to transgender people.'

Equality Ohio had changed Acton’s grade from 'A' to 'Pending' on July 28, following what they called 'harmful remarks related to transgender people.'

The Buckeye Flame will host "Ohio is So Gay: Past, Present & Future" at the Bayard Rustin LGBTQ+ Resource Center in Akron.

From her coming of age during the Mad Men era to her founding Ms. magazine at the start of a new push for gender equality to #MeToo and the ensuing backlash, Ohio-born Steinem was a tireless champion ...

Featuring: Joseph Darius Jaafari (LOOKOUT) and Daniel Villarreal (LGBTQ Nation)

Black Trans Men of Ohio's WARR provides a nearly-free 4-day experience for Black transmasculine attendees across Ohio.

"Black music and arts have always been modalities and vehicles for resistance, speaking truth to power and storytelling."

"Her remains were contained in an urn marked with a transgender flag."