Marriage Countdown: Final weeks for Illinois gay marriage bill
Thu, May 16, 2013, 4 comments
The Illinois House has just over two weeks to vote on SB10, or the Religious Freedom and Marriage Act, or the legislation is in danger of dying. If a vote does not take place by May 31, the end of the current session, supporters of the bill will essentially have to start from scratch.
New Boystown bar ‘Replay' to open May 24
Thu, May 16, 2013
Replay, a craft beer and bourbon bar meets retro arcade, is set to open on Friday, May 24, in the former Bucks Saloon space at 3439 North Halsted.
"Hot Town! Summer in the City: IML and the Grabbys take over Chicago Memorial Day Weekend
Thu, May 16, 2013
While the cold and snow of upper Midwest winters often send transplants to the Windy City packing, true Chicagoans know that our city comes to life in the summertime. Festivals, street fairs, markets and more fill the city with a flurry activity and excitement, all kicking off over Memorial Day weekend.
Gay Marriage: Next up Illinois
Wed, May 15, 2013, 3 comments
After a hectic 10 days in which 3 states legalized gay marriage, expect the focus to turn to Illinois.
Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton signs gay marriage law
Tue, May 14, 2013
On Tuesday, Minnesota became the 12th state to legalize gay marriage as Governor Mark Dayton signed a bill into law on the front steps of the Capitol in St. Paul.
Robbie Rogers joins NOH8 Campaign
Tue, May 14, 2013
Robbie Rogers has posed for the NOH8 Campaign, which raises awareness and funds for gay rights causes, including ending California's 2008 voter-approved gay marriage ban, Proposition 8.
Equality Illinois: It's time for Illinois to pass the marriage bill
Mon, May 13, 2013
With the Illinois General Assembly entering the final weeks of its spring session, Equality Illinois calls on the Illinois House to finish its work on the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act and pass the bill with the strongest possible majority so Illinois recognizes marriage equality.
Minnesota Senate approves gay marriage bill
Mon, May 13, 2013
The Minnesota Senate on Monday approved a gay marriage bill, paving the way for Minnesota to become the 12th state to legalize such unions.
Minnesota Senate approves same-sex marriage
Mon, May 13, 2013
The Minnesota Senate approved a marriage equality bill on Monday by a 37-30 vote, making Minnesota the 12th state to legalize same-sex marriage.
Chaka Khan headlines CoH's Human First gala, Saturday
Mon, May 13, 2013
Chicago-born singer, songwriter, and musician Chaka Khan is set to headline this year's Center on Halsted's annual Human First gala on Saturday, May 18 at Chicago Hilton Towers, 720 S. Michigan.
Illinois Gov. Quinn: 'It's time to vote'
Fri, May 10, 2013
With Minnesota lawmakers poised to pass marriage equality next week, Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn told reporters Thursday, "I think, you know, it's time to vote."
'John Travolta is so gay!' Margaret Cho says
Fri, May 10, 2013
Comedian Margaret Cho told a recent Australian stand-up audience that John Travolta is "incredibly flamboyant gay."