The Best Things to Do in Chicago
Chicago is one of the most exciting and fascinating cities in the USA. People from around the world come here…
The Best Free Museums in the USA
From New York to L.A. there are hundreds of fascinating museums for visitors to explore. If you’re an art, fashion,…
Must See Architectural Attractions in Chicago
With its shimmering skyline, visionary theaters, and wall-to-wall art, Chicago has become the Midwest’s gift to the 21st century. Architects,…
Lesbian Woman of Color, Lori Lightfoot, Elected Mayor of Chicago
Congratulations to Lori Lightfoot on being elected the next Mayor of Chicago! According to the Chicago Tribune: Lori Lightfoot won a…
7 Family-Friendly Spots to Visit in Illinois
In celebration of National Plan for Vacation Day this week, start planning ahead for your next holiday. Established by the U.S.…
Global Cocktail: Lincoln Park
Toast to summer with the sweet and delicious cocktail called Lincoln Park— Chicago’s awesome restaurant GreenRiver. LINCOLN PARK 1.5 oz jasmine…
More Than Just Cubs at Out at Wrigley! Chicago’s Hometown Team Holds Gay Pride Event
Both Chicago’s sports culture and its LGBT scene have drawn international attention, but when the two combine we have the…
Windy City Welcomes World Naked Bike Ride
The annual clothing-optional bike ride, World Naked Bike Ride, sees hundreds of Windy City residents airing it out on an…
6 Hot Chicago Restaurants
In one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, the perfect storm of new ideas, progressive techniques, and the desire…
Gay Travel: Insider’s Guide to Chicago, Illinois from Hyatt Centric the Loop’s Daniel Lewellin
There’s a new kid on the block in Chicago’s bustling hotel scene, one that embraces innovative design and style with…
5 Haunted Places to Visit in Gay Travel Destinations
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS OMNI PARKER HOUSE According to some accounts, the elevator is known to stop on the third floor without…
Put the Gay in Valentine’s Day! 10 Romantic Getaways
How will you say “I Love You” to someone special on Valentine’s Day? Here are 10 great romantic getaways that…
This Same-Sex Wedding Proposal at a Chicago Bulls Game Gives Us the Monday Feels
Here is the perfect way to start of the week. During a Chicago Bulls home game against the Spurs, a…
‘Christian’ Haunted House Cancels Horrific Recreation Of Pulse Shooting
Fernwood Elementary School in Chicago has cancelled plans for a “Christian” haunted house that would have included a horrific recreation of…
Get Ready For Chicago’s Hydrate Hussie Drag Show
Chicago might be infamous for its cold winters, but they’ve got something to warm you up on December 3 at…
A Young Boy Scout Takes on a Gay Community Service Project
A teen boy has decided to do his community service project in the gay neighborhood of Chicago to become an Eagle Scout.…
Hilton Brand Launches ‘Tru by Hilton’
Hilton Worldwide is undergoing a readdress. Currently they are aiming to attract guests that are seeking affordable lodging but who…
Happy Holidays! Watch Shirtless Jogger Video That’s Taking Over the Internet
For those of us experiencing these record-warm temperatures in the United States, you may have noticed unusual December scenarios like…
Let’s Get This (Holiday) Party Started: Evite Ranks the Top 10 Party Cities in the U.S.
The holidays are closing in and with them the parties start to abound. Evite, a leading digital event service aimed…
Victory in Chicago as Court Rules Transgender Student Has Right to Use Women’s Locker Rooms
The US Department of Education has found that a Chicago-area school district discriminated against a transgender girl for not allowing…
We’re Giving Away Ricky Martin Tickets So You Can Live La Vida Loca !
Wining a pair of tickets to one of two shows in the Ricky Martin “One World Tour” is as easy…
Illinois Becomes 5th State to Ban Gay-Conversion Therapy
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner signed House Bill 217 into law, making Illinois the fifth jurisdiction—behind California, New Jersey, the District…
Gay Travel: What’s New in Gay and Trendy Chicago, Illinois
by Jason A. Heidemann The stools at Dove’s Luncheonette (1545 N Damen Ave. Tel: 773-645-4060. www.doveschicago.com) in Wicker Park are…
Illinois Senate Sends Bill to Governor to Protect LGBT Youths from Conversion Therapy
The Illinois State Senate voted 34-19 to pass House Bill 217, the Illinois Youth Mental Health Protection Act that will…
Gay Veterans to Receive First Federally Approved Memorial in Illinois
The first memorial monument dedicated to LGBT veterans that has been federally approved will be erected on May 25 in…
The Stoli Key West Cocktail Classic Returns to Chicago
North America’s only annual international LGBT Cocktail Competition returns to Chicago at Sidetrack with special host Patrik Gallineaux who serves as the…
Celebrate Justice for All with Equality Illinois
Every February, Equality Illinois hosts their annual Justice For All Gala. Over 1,000 guests are expected to attend this important…
Top Gay-Friendly Hotel Pools in the US
Considering gay travel is an annual $200 billion industry, hotels are vying for our “pink dollars” with dedicated marketing initiatives,…
Fundraising Begins in Chicago to Build Monument to LGBT People
The Chicago Chapter of the American Veterans for Equal Rights is hoping to raise $20,000 to build a monument to…
The Lust List: Dash App
We’ve all been there—out late at a bar, the line is four people deep, you have a tab open, and…