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Committed: Colorado House passes civil union bill; state to become 19th to offer relationship status to same-sex couples

After three years of debate, the Colorado Civil Union Act is heading to the governor’s desk after a final vote by the state House of Representatives.

Colorado House gives first OK to civil union bill

The Colorado House of Representatives gave its OK to the Colorado Civil Union Act after supporters waited three years for the historic debate.

TRANScending party lines: Different takes on trans* politics

Just like the LGB community, the T community is not a monolith. And even the most progressive politicians could hesitate to court a ‘trans voting bloc’ that might or might not exist.

Out Colorado lawmakers draw national interest over gun-related bills

While civil unions may be top-of-mind for LGBT activists and advocates, Colorado’s out lawmakers contend with all the state’s issues – and gun-related measures have become the mainstream press’ story of the year so far.

Colorado House committee OKs civil unions bill with bipartisan support

A Colorado Judiciary Committee hearing is underway at the state Capitol. Proponents of the bill have spoken for about two hours. Opponents will begin testifying shortly.

‘A Journey to Myself:’ Surgery is only one step in transitioning

Brianna Matthews’ pre or post-operative status as a transwoman was never a consideration. She is a woman, period. She is one of the people in my life who truly helped me understand how someone could actually be born in a body that is not congruous with the person inside and the courage it takes to create that congruity.

Born to Perform: What drives lesbian and gay entertainers to the spotlight

What drives the connection between LGBT people and their individual desires to entertain?

LGBT Faces of Black History Month

As the struggles for racial and sexual equality continue today, we hope to honor past black LGBT leaders by telling their stories.

Colorado Senate gives final OK to civil union bill

The Colorado state Senate, without discussion, gave its formal blessing to the Colorado Civil Union Act, 21-14.

Singer, songwriter Sarah Slaton’s stirring serenades

The 26-year-old out musician has been making heads turn in the Denver music scene with her almost haunting lyrics and guitar chords.