Lowell-based organization "History UnErased" offers LGBTQ+ curriculum for K-12 school nationwide
CBS News Boston's Breana Pitts talks to Deb Fowler, executive director of History UnErased.
CBS News Boston's Breana Pitts talks to Deb Fowler, executive director of History UnErased.
The Covid-19 pandemic took a toll on many young people especially teens in the LGBTQ community.
Discrimination would be prohibited against jurors in federal courts on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity under a bill reintroduced by U.S. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire and Susan Collins of Maine.
Current NFL players including Rob Gronkowski also appear in the video, supporting players in the league considering coming out.
The new proposal calls for a traditionalist Methodist denomination that would continue its opposition to gay marriage and the ordination to LGBT clergy.
Former Patriots lineman Ryan O'Callaghan spent his entire career hiding his sexuality from his teammates, his friends and his family.
Massachusetts has become the 16th U.S. state to pass a conversion therapy ban.
If passed, Massachusetts would become the 16th state to outlaw the practice.
Two LGBTQ-rights organizations are looking for a court order that would prohibit the Trump administration from reversing the military policy that allows transgender people to serve openly.
The move is being strongly condemned by elected officials in Massachusetts.
A day after Boston's annual Pride Parade, a group gathered on Boston Common for a rally for LGBTQ rights.
Gay veterans who marched in Boston's 2015 St. Patrick's Day parade after decades of resistance from organizers say they have been denied a spot in this year's event.
Police are looking for a a group of people captured on surveillance video causing an explosion that destroyed a newspaper box for an LGBTQ publication.
The NBA is moving the 2017 All-Star Game out of Charlotte because of its objections to a North Carolina law that limits anti-discrimination protections for lesbian, gay and transgender people.
The gay community should get an apology from the Catholic Church, according to the pope.
During a press conference at the State House Monday morning regarding public safety after the massacre that killed 49 and wounded more than 50 at an Orlando gay club, Gov. Charlie Baker said the mass shooting hit especially close to home for him, as his brother and several of his friends are gay.
Trump said North Carolina's law has caused unnecessary strife for the state.
The statement comes as a national debate is exploding over whether to restrict transgender people to using public bathrooms that only match their sex at birth.
Mass. House Speaker Robert DeLeo sat down with WBZ political analyst Jon Keller to discuss the transgender rights bill currently before the state legislature.
Governor Charlie Baker addressed reporters at the State House Thursday about comments that resulted in him being booed off stage by protesters at an LGBT event in Boston Wednesday night, saying he was proud of his record on LGBT issues.
Governor Charlie Baker was shouted down at an LGBT networking event.
A gay business group has withdrawn an invitation to Republican Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker, citing his decision to speak at a weekend event featuring conservative leaders and a Texas minister who has said God sent Adolf Hitler for the Jews.
Boston may soon join several other cities that are banning publicly funded travel to North Carolina after the state voided an anti-discrimination ordinance.
The Girl Scouts of Western Washington said it has returned a $100,000 donation because it came with the provision that the money couldn't be used to support transgender girls.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh has signed an executive order creating gender-neutral restrooms inside City Hall.
NOAA has issued their most aggressive Atlantic hurricane season forecast ever and that increases the odds that one or more could sneak up the coast to Massachusetts.
Great white shark season is underway in Massachusetts.
Former NFL star receiver Antonio Brown is in money trouble. Again.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
Protesters gathered outside Harvard University Thursday morning during the school's commencement ceremony.
NOAA has issued their most aggressive Atlantic hurricane season forecast ever and that increases the odds that one or more could sneak up the coast to Massachusetts.
There is a risk of thunderstorms Thursday, a few of which may reach severe levels.
Great white shark season is underway in Massachusetts.
Protesters gathered outside Harvard University Thursday morning during the school's commencement ceremony.
Everyone is invited to pay their respects this weekend at the annual Memorial Day Flag Garden on Boston Common.
"I Am More," a community conversation on mental health, all began with one artist's struggle - and the outpouring of support that followed.
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
Terrifying nightmares could be an early sign of common autoimmune disorders such as lupus, according to researchers.
A new study finds adults who start taking ADHD medications may be at higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
Massachusetts researchers say it's equally beneficial to measure exercise by how long you exercise and how many steps you take.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
The I-Team uncovered a posting on a Massachusetts State Police Instagram account that used a song with racial slurs and talked about guns.
Massachusetts is paying millions to vendors in the migrant crisis with little oversight on how taxpayer money is being spent
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
Independents are the ones who make the difference at the polls, but they don't like partisanship and extremism.
Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll spoke about what can be done about the state's housing crisis.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reaching out to younger voters where they get their news - social media.
Many residents say they really like Boston, but say the cost of living and high housing prices are taking a toll.
Despite an April revenue haul that exceeded forecasts, there is still anxiety on Beacon Hill about overall revenue shortfalls and economic uncertainty.
The West Boylston Cinema movie theater in central Massachusetts is going out of business.
You can once again grab a cocktail to go in Massachusetts.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Set in the woods outside of Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine, Terramor Outdoor Resort offers guests the joy of camping in nature with all the luxury amenities of a modern resort.
Chef Kate Smith joins Host Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen to cook up her signature paella.
Rachel Holt learns all about the Viewpoint Hotel's distinctive design and what makes this destination so unique.
Rachel Holt gets an inside look at what makes this museum such a popular destination and tries her hand at driving a vintage trolley car.
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate is a sprawling seaside mansion in Ipswich dating back to the 1920s with something for all visitors.
Former NFL star receiver Antonio Brown is in money trouble. Again.
After escaping with a Game 1 win, here's how the Celtics can have a much easier time with the Pacers in Game 2 on Thursday night.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-5 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Another year, another All-NBA First Team for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney is promising an "aggressive" offseason, and his priority is getting Jeremy Swayman to sign a long-term extension.
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.