More Texas families with trans kids sue over state abuse investigations
The mother of one of the teens said her son attempted suicide and was hospitalized the day Gov. Abbott issued his directive.
Transgender Rights
Professor awarded $400,000 after being disciplined over wrong pronouns
Nick Meriwether responded to the student during classes by saying, "Yes, sir." The student asked him after class to use she/her pronouns when addressing her, but Meriwether said no.
Alabama law banning transgender medication challenged in two lawsuits
The law makes it a crime for doctors to treat trans youth under 19 with puberty blockers or hormones to help affirm their gender identity.
South Carolina House passes bill banning transgender students from girls' sports
The bill, similar to ones passed in other states, would bar transgender students from playing girls' or women's sports in public schools in colleges.
Trans health care is a matter of life or death, doctors say
Lawmakers are focused on the future of trans health care, but doctors say the proposed bills are hurting their patients now.
Arizona governor signs bills limiting abortion access and transgender rights
The signings come one day before Transgender Day of Visibility.
Oklahoma governor signs transgender sports ban into law
The Save Women's Sports Act applies to both high schools and colleges in the state.
Utah legislature bans transgender athletes from girls sports after veto
Critics have called the bill an "attack" on transgender children.
2021 marks deadliest year yet for transgender people in the U.S.
At least 47 transgender or gender non-conforming people have been violently killed in the U.S. so far this year, according to the Human Rights Campaign.
U.S. issues its first passport with an "X" gender marker
"I almost burst into tears when I opened the envelope, pulled out my new passport, and saw the 'X' stamped boldly under 'sex,' recipient Dana Zzyym said.
Texas House passes controversial transgender student athletes bill
The controversial measure, which was debated for 10 hours, now goes to the state Senate. Critics called it discriminatory.
Former "Hamilton" cast member files complaint over alleged discrimination
Suni Reid, who performed in "Hamilton" for four years, was terminated in September.
Trans athlete Schuyler Bailar calls for LGBTQ inclusion in abortion rights
"This is a women's issue, and it is also a transgender man's issue," he said. "People of all genders should have safe and legal access to abortions."
Transgender Puerto Ricans say they're experiencing a culture of violence
When asked about whether officers have sexually assaulted trans people, Lieutenant Aimée Alvarado said "it could have happened."
Laurel Hubbard becomes first openly trans woman to compete at Olympics
She competed in the women's super-heavyweight 87-kilogram weightlifting category but did not advance after failing on her three attempted lifts.
"I was born to do this": Leyna Bloom on her history-making moment
"I just want to make my community proud, make America proud, and show the world something new," Bloom said.
Federal judges block transgender restrictions in 2 states
The rulings temporarily block an Arkansas law banning gender confirming treatments for transgender youth and a West Virginia ban on trans athletes in women's sports.
Supreme Court rejects transgender bathroom dispute in win for student
Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito said they would have heard the case.
Transgender youths fight for their rights
States across the country are introducing bills that critics say curb the rights of transgender people. "60 Minutes+" correspondent Seth Doane investigated one measure in Arkansas that bans gender-affirming health care for minors. He spoke to a teenager who is a plaintiff in a lawsuit against the state and joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Arkansas bans gender-affirming care
CBS News foreign correspondent Seth Doane reports on the Arkansas gender-affirming care ban and speaks with trans youth to determine what the passing of the bill will mean for their future. Dylan Brandt is one of four trans youth suing Arkansas in hopes of blocking the ban.
Trans kids fight restrictive legislation
This week on 60 Minutes+, Seth Doane reports on the wave of anti-trans bills being introduced across the country and the young people dealing with the fallout. See the story, streaming now on Paramount+
Poll: Most Americans say LGBTQ discrimination still exists
Nearly 8 in 10 Americans say the last 50 years have brought progress in ending discrimination against LGBTQ people.
Author talks gender in the Black community
In the past year, half of all LGBTQ youth of color, including 67% of Black respondents, reported facing discrimination based on their race or ethnicity. George M. Johnson, a journalist, activist and the author of "All Boys Aren't Blue," joined CBSN to discuss their memoir exploring growing up while being both Black and queer.
Weightlifter will be first trans athlete to compete at Olympics
At 43, Laurel Hubbard will also be the oldest lifter at the Games.
Transgender students now protected under Title IX
The secretary of education said all LGBTQ+ students "deserve the opportunity to learn and thrive in schools that are free from discrimination."
U.S.
U.S. measles cases top 4,000, far surpassing 2025 total, CDC says
Trump creates committee to investigate Fed's Lisa Cook
"Star Wars" lightsaber used in "I am your father" duel could sell for $1 million
Anthropic has a message for Claude users: Don't be cruel
Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks backlash
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Man shot by ICE agent in New York City's Marble Hill, authorities say
Family of dead teen who was struck by deputy's car demands answers
Guilfoyle associate says when she asked him for $100K, it was "quid pro quo"
Experts say campus data undercounts sexual assaults
What lies ahead for kids at center of California surrogacy investigation?
DOJ trying to indict former White House aide who testified about Jan. 6
Chipotle shares jump after report that Starbucks has explored a takeover
Book excerpt: "Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy"
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