One couple’s path to parenthood BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ZIV SADE Two local physicians, Dr. Lissette Gomez (trauma/critical care) and Dr. Brooke Harmssen (hospital/family medicine/emergency medicine), talk to THE FIGHT about their decision to start a family and Read more
Vocal therapist Heather Gross: “Working with my gender-affirming voice clients brought a feeling of alignment and connection” BY ORLY LYONNE Heather Gross, MS CCC-SLP, RYT is a vocal therapist, singing voice specialist, and vocal coach, specializing in gender affirming and Read more
LA LGBT Center: We’ll fight for justice, equality and the dignity of all queerand trans people Following President Trump’s inauguration and declarations of the federal government’s recognition of only two biological sexes and rewriting immigration policies last month, Los Angeles Read more
LAMBDA LEGAL TO SUE OVER ORDERS ON LGBTQ+ RIGHTS Lambda Legal, the LGBTQ+ rights advocacy group that succeeded in fighting executive orders issued during President Donald Trump’s first term, promised last month to challenge his latest moves rolling back protections Read more
Singer, model, actor and fashion designer On Mekahel on receiving death threats, his inspiration to pursue a singing career and how his online persona differs from his true self BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY CHRIS MARTIN On Mekahel, an Read more
Tips to navigate this new year’s stressful political environment while prioritizing your safety and well-being BY ORLY LYONNE PRIORITIZE SELF-CARE Mental Health Schedule regular therapy sessions, explore mindfulness practices (meditation, journaling), and connect with LGBTQ+ support groups. Physical Health Commit Read more
EAGLE LA HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE Benefiting Children’s Hospital LA, the Eagle LA and The Regiment of the Black and Tans’ presented their 51st Annual Toast to the Season last month with Sexy Santa Pete! PHOTOS BY MOTORBOOT PHOTOGRAPHY
Brian Falduto’s jingle for singles spending the holidays alone Country music crooner Brian Falduto is bringing a fresh and uplifting perspective to holiday music this season with his first original jingle, “Christmas Solo.” This playful, country-pop tune shines a spotlight Read more
A message from Los Angeles Leather Pride Los Angeles Leather Pride takes place next year, March 23-30, 2025. The theme of the upcoming event is UNITE! Here’s an excerpt for their website: “Join us for UNITE—a gathering of the leather Read more
Sheryl Lee Ralph receives the Champion Award at GLSEN’s Rise Up LA Benefit GLSEN, the leading education organization dedicated to creating safe and inclusive K-12 schools and learning environments for LGBTQ+ youth, honored Emmy© Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph (Abbott Read more
BIDEN ADMINISTRATION ADDS INJECTABLE PREP REQUIREMENT FOR INSURANCE PROVIDERS The Biden-Harris administration announced last month a new requirement for insurance providers to cover injectable PrEP in their policies without a co-payment for consumers, reports LGBTQ Nation. “With low uptake of Read more
Cory B. Savage, the founder of Creative Recovery LA, talks to Mark Ariel about his life experiences, the path to wellness and helping others map out their journey through creativity PHOTO BY ZIV SADE UNIMAGINABLE CHALLENGES Growing up in a Read more
