The National Football League has never had an openly gay active player — until now. On Monday, Las Vegas Raiders’ Carl Nassib made history by coming out gay in a video posted to his Instagram page. “What’s up, people,” the 28-year-old defensive lineman began. “I’m at my house in West …
Read More »Florida Homeowners Association Fines Couple For Displaying Pride Flag
An Oakland Park, Florida homeowners association fined a couple for displaying a small pride flag in their front yard. Bob Plominski and Mike Ferrari were given the citation on June 5 by the Eastland Cove Homeowners Association. The couple told NBC Miami that they were confused by the fine. “I got upset. We’ve done this before, …
Read More »Sanaa Lathan Will Make Directorial Debut With “On The Come Up”
Tony-nominated actress Sanaa Lathan will make her directorial debut with “On The Come Up.” The film adapts Angie Thomas’ New York Times bestseller book “On The Come Up.” The film centers around a 16-year-old girl named Bri that wants to become a rapper. Bri uses anger and frustration from her …
Read More »‘Spray Paint Karen’ Defaces Pride Mural
A Tennessee woman spray-painted over a pride mural painted on a bridge in Alcoa, a popular spot for art in the community. The Daily Times reports that two high school seniors were painting on the bridge Wednesday when the “Karen” drove by. She was upset by the art and asked them …
Read More »NYC Pride Parade Organizers Ban NYPD Participation Through 2025, NYPD Responds “It’s Hurtful and Disappointing”
The New York City Pride parade organizers are banning participation from the New York Police Department from their June parade and any related events. The ban will remain in effect until 2025 when Heritage of Pride reviews whether or not it should remain in effect. The ban applies to all correction and law enforcement exhibitors. CNN reports …
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