Changes on Fire Island this summer

A popular vacation destination, especially among the LGBTQ community, Fire Island Pines has been badly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic as businesses try to figure out how to survive.

In NYC, marking 50th anniversary of Pride, no matter what

There were protests, and rainbow flags, and performances — it was LGBTQ Pride, after all. But what is normally an outpouring on the streets and in the venues of New York City looks a little different this year, thanks to social distancing rules required by the coronavirus.

Virtual NYC Pride Rally

New York City Pride is hosting a virtual rally this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, to celebrate the annual celebration's 50th anniversary.

Economic impact of coronavirus on NYC Pride

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of much of this year's Pride celebrations in New York City, which isn't just disappointing for revelers but comes at a huge cost to local businesses.

Pride flag burned

For the second time in a little over a month, a rainbow flag at the entrance to a New York City gay bar was set aflame. Alibi Lounge owner Alexi Minko said staff members alerted by someone on the street found the flag had been set on fire between 12:20 and 12:45 a.m. Monday.

Yankees unveil Stonewall Inn plaque

Monument Park has a new addition that celebrates diversity. A plaque behind the center field fence at Yankee Stadium was dedicated Tuesday night to commemorate the Stonewall Inn uprising 50 years ago, which sparked a pivotal rebellion in the LGBTQ rights movement.

Twilight Pride Parade

Thousands marched together at dusk down Park Slope's 5th Avenue for Brooklyn's Twilight Parade, which showcases exactly what makes the LGBTQ community so special: it is a group that radiates acceptance, kindness, and, above all, resilience.

NYC Pride celebration preview

Manhattan will look like a virtual rainbow on Sunday as more than 2 million people are expected to attend the annual Pride March. The organizers unveiled a new route for 2018's event.