Update as of 4:00 PM on Tuesday, September 26, 2023: Abhijeet’s name was previously misspelled in several places in this article and has since been corrected. And the Vanguard Awards were previously categorized as posthumously awarded; this is not entirely the case as several awards will be given to living people. The Reader regrets the […]
Tag: LGBTQ
Posted inThe To-Do
Hecho En Arts & Craft Fair, Mothers of Murdered Transpeople annual picnic, and more
Bounce the CitySat-Sun through 9/3 (individual timed entry from 10 AM-5:30 PM depending on day), 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, $24, all-ages, bouncethecity.com As someone without a car, I do not make a habit of leaving the city, but Bounce the City at Schaumburg’s Woodfield Mall has me reviewing my transit options. Through Sunday, September 3, […]
Posted inNews & Politics
Finding euphoria
gods closet hosts monthly pop-ups that offer free clothing and a safe space for gender expression.
Posted inNews & Politics
A gender-affirming space
A transgender Oak Park librarian helps caregivers support their LGBTQ+ children.
Posted inCity Life
‘Existing without question’
“In roller derby they don’t care if you’re gay or trans or whatever—they just accept you.”
Posted inAgenda
Last Call Chicago, midwest graffiti, Routes, Braided
If you’re interested in queer Chicago history, you’ll definitely want to check this out: At 6 PM, Sidetrack (3349 N. Halsted) is celebrating the release of Last Call Chicago: A History of 1001 LGBTQ Friendly Taverns, Haunts & Hangouts. Renowned writers and activists Rick Karlin and St. Sukie de la Croix will share some of […]
Posted inMusic
Blue water road to Chicago
Kehlani’s fans discuss the queer R&B artist’s music and impact.
Posted inNews & Politics
Paul Vallas rubs shoulders with the far right
The mayoral candidate spoke at a fundraiser for a group that has promoted transphobic rhetoric.
Posted inNews & Politics
Chicago prioritizing first doses for monkeypox vaccine
The Department of Public Health is adapting its monkeypox vaccination strategy to deal with limited vaccine ability.
Posted inSports
Bring Brittney home
Brittney Griner, imprisoned in Russia, was honored at the All-Star Weekend.
Posted in2022 Primary Elections
Testing the waters
Precious Brady-Davis hopes to make history as the first Black, openly transgender woman elected in Chicago.
Posted inStaff notes
This cover is for you
In this issue, you’ll find stories about trans creatives, LGBTQ+ community spaces, and drag performers; but you’ll also find an investigation and interview about electronic monitoring in policing. (Remember, the first Pride marches celebrated the Stonewall riots, a response to a violent police raid.) I want the colors on the cover of this Pride Issue to inspire people as they move through this month of June and promote true liberation.
Posted inCity Life
Where the bars (actually) are
Celebrate how far we’ve come and brace yourself for the work to be done by enjoying libations and liberation at some of these Chicago gems: Berlin 954 W. Belmont berlinchicago.com Welcoming everyone since 1983, Berlin is an inclusive venue for dancing, drinking, and drag. Big Chicks 5024 N. Sheridan bigchicks.com Visit Big Chicks for Sunday […]
Posted inNews
Criminalizing queerness
Bernina Mata’s attorneys say prosecutors used homophobic rhetoric to secure a death sentence in 1999. Now they’re asking the governor to set her free.