Indiana's Governor Signs 'Religious Freedom' Bill
Among other things, the controversial new law would allow owners of businesses in the state to deny services to same-sex couples.
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Federal Rule To Extend Medical Leave To Same-Sex Spouses In All States
The Labor Department rule guarantees legally married same-sex spouses can take unpaid time off to care for one another or sick relative, even in states thatdon't recognize the marriage.
For Gay Rights Advocates, No Time To Rest After Charlotte Decision
It's been a roller-coaster year across the state for gay rights advocates and opponents.
Magistrate Lawsuit Challenges Court On Same-Sex Marriage
A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of two North Carolina magistrates who believe performing same-sex marriages violates their religious freedoms. Their claim closely follows the wording of a b
Supreme Court Won't Stop Gay Marriages In Alabama
The move sent a strong signal that the justices soon will legalize gay marriage nationwide; a decision is expected by June. Meanwhile, many Alabama judges are refusing to issue the marriage licenses.
Alabama Courts Issue First Marriage Licenses To Same-Sex Couples
Alabama became the 37th state to recognize same-sex marriage Monday, despite its chief justice saying that probate courts should not follow federal rulings on the issue.
Alabama Chief Justice: Federal Courts Don't Hold Sway On Marriage
Chief Justice Roy Moore says a ruling by a U.S. district judge "raised serious, legitimate concerns about the propriety of federal court jurisdiction over the Alabama Sanctity of Marriage Amendment."
Prominent Irish Government Minister Comes Out As Gay
Leo Varadkar, speaking to Irish radio, also says he supports an upcoming referendum to approve same-sex marriage in the traditionally conservative Catholic country.
Same-Sex Marriage Appeal Moving Forward
North Carolina legislative leaders are giving formal notice that they will appeal a Greensboro federal judge's ruling that legalized same-sex marriages in the state.
Federal Court Rules Against Missouri's Gay Marriage Ban
The U.S. District Court upheld a lower court's decision to strike down the voter-approved ban. The ruling comes a day after another federal judge affirmed same-sex marriage bans in four other states.