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All but one of Eagle 8 cleared in trial Thursday

2010-03-11T10:56:17+00:00

UPDATED | 6:43 p.m. An Atlanta judge capped a crumbling case against the Eagle 8 on Thursday, handing down not guilty verdicts to three men still facing charges from the Eagle raid last September.

Project ‘Idol’ Thursday: America’s Top 12 revealed

2010-03-12T01:40:44+00:00

“American Idol” pours on the schmaltz like no other, and Thursday night’s elimination of four more contestants was no different. The opening montage was like a student film, but we have a Top 12.

Eagle 8 gets its day in court [photos]

2010-03-11T23:39:53+00:00

Months after a controversial raid at the Atlanta Eagle, the eight men charged during the event received their day in court on Thursday. View photos from the trial as it progressed in a downtown courtroom.

Anti-bullying bill tabled in state House Thursday

2010-03-11T21:17:28+00:00

After only about 45 minutes of debate Thursday, the state House tabled a bill to prohibit bullying in Georgia schools. Georgia Equality and its lobby partners expected a vote and for the bill to pass.

Another one bites the dust: Paris Decatur out

2010-03-11T18:44:20+00:00

Just nine weeks after the Bodyshop and Stage Door hosted their last hoorahs, the lesbian-owned Paris Decatur announces that it’s out of gay Atlanta’s nightlife picture at the end of the month.

Cynthia Nixon, No prom for you, lesbian bishop

2010-03-11T17:52:18+00:00

“SATC” star takes up marriage cause, Mississippi school cancels prom rather than hosting lesbian couple, a Ben & Jerry’s wedding, judge says gay is OK, and Episcopals confirm second gay bishop.

Thursday: 24 gay things to do in Atlanta today

2010-03-11T14:28:48+00:00

Dig into this list for more activities than you can shake your stick at. Eagle Day, networking, theater, movie night, nightlife and the mother of all drag shows, three Miss Gay Georgia USofA pageants in one.

Thursday: Peel back David Pare

2010-03-11T10:47:01+00:00

Pennsylvania native Drew Pare is as delicious as a juicy piece of fresh fruit. What, with a name and body like that you thought we'd resist the urge for cheap and fruity puns? Really?

Project ‘Idol’ Wednesday: Top 8 Boys’ Night

2010-03-11T02:31:58+00:00

After an eye-roll inducing opening with dramatic lighting and Miss Seacrest inspecting the troops, the Top 8 boys got down to business on “American Idol” and actually did a better job than the girls.

Get into it: Keeping up with DJ Vicki Powell

2010-03-10T19:59:23+00:00

A triple header weekend proves how high the demand remains for DJ Vicki Powell, who throws down her own brand of musical magic at Aurum Thursday, Bellissima Friday, and Mixx on Saturday.

Anti-bully bill faces Ga. House vote on Thursday

2010-03-10T18:45:43+00:00

Political conspiracy theorists take note: The same day that LGBT activists went to the Gold Dome to lobby lawmakers, a bill to toughen Georgia's anti-bullying law cleared a key hurdle in the House.

Need Wood? How to conquer Hot Guy Phobia

2010-03-10T17:53:05+00:00

You see him. He’s so sexy. You can’t bring yourself to look at him for very long, much less talk to him. Instead of sneaking glances and going home alone, picture him as a doorway.

Battlegrounds, Larry King, Mariela Castro’s Cuba

2010-03-10T17:08:23+00:00

LGBT headlines include the changing geography of gay rights, King pops the gay question, politicians behaving badly, Fidel’s LGBT activist niece, and don’t cry for wronged Argentinian couple.

FLUX wakes up Whiskey Park [photos]

2010-03-10T15:28:10+00:00

We've got nothing but love for DJ Vicki Powell. The lesbian shares her love of music in a way that pleases Atlanta crowds and puts a spin on events that keeps things fresh. In a word, she's FLUX.

Wednesday: 28 gay things to do in Atlanta today

2010-03-10T14:28:26+00:00

Don’t let a little—OK, a lot—of rain get you down. What’s a little—OK, a lot—of thunder when LGBT Atlanta turns out a whole day and night full of the events that put the LGBTQ in you.

Wednesday: David Gandy dives into his work

2010-03-10T13:47:23+00:00

David Gandy takes us away from the gloom and doom of a rainy day in the ATL and delivers us to the sunny shores of some faraway land. And as well as he packs a wet suit, we'll spend all day there with him.

Project ‘Idol’ Tuesday: Top 8 Ladies’ Night

2010-03-10T02:15:11+00:00

With only eight girls left, Tuesday’s episode of “American Idol” was cut to an hour, which meant very little yammering by Miss Seacrest. That was one blessing.

Fred Schneider adds wattage to benefit [photos]

2010-03-09T20:30:48+00:00

Oh, what a site to see: Fred Schneider, the gay frontman for the B-52's, country crooner Ryder Lee, lesbian DJ Vicki Powell and some drag queens mixing it up at the former home of a notorious strip joint.

Sean Hayes, Ricky Martin, Buckeye love

2010-03-09T17:26:15+00:00

Juicy headlines: “Will & Grace” star comes out, Barbara Walters regrets questioning singer’s orientation, Ohio State coach would welcome gay players, and two state legislators face the fire.

‘Drag Race’ recap: Bridezilla bitchfest gets nasty

2010-03-09T15:54:04+00:00

Monday’s challenge on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” might be the best yet: Dress as both the bride and groom for a wedding snapshot. Even better: The claws come out worse than a one-day dress sale.