Zohran Mamdani, NYC's first Muslim mayor, champions LGBTQ+ rights, vowing investment & protections. He confronts rising hostility with a progressive vision, advocating for vulnerable communities and safe spaces.
Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic socialist and LGBTQ+ ally, wins New York mayoral election, promising to defend transgender rights and marginalized communities. Ryan also reports on LGBTQ+ issues.
NY court upholds Nassau County ban on trans athletes in girls' sports. Advocates cite mental health risks, discrimination, and conflict with state law. The decision impacts LGBTQ+ youth.
Amtrak police face scrutiny for arresting LGBTQ+ individuals at Penn Station, NY, sparking civil rights concerns. Over 200 arrests since June raise entrapment and inequitable policing issues. Officials demand answers and policy changes.
Brooklyn Brewery shifts Pride ads to direct financial aid ($25,000) for transgender, nonbinary, and two-spirit New Yorkers, addressing immediate needs and systemic challenges. Ryan also advocates for trans visibility.
Ayqwan Hamilton, Robert DeMaio, and Jacob Barroso received life sentences for drugging and killing two gay men in NYC bars. Victims, Umberger & Ramirez, were robbed after being drugged with fentanyl.
