The Pearl Saga “Just Gets Messier by the Day”
This has been a tough week for the former Mercury Cafe space at 2199 California Street.
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The Pearl Dissolves LLC, Refunds $83,000 Raised in GoFundMe
After days of twists and turns, Denver’s only lesbian bar is no more.
What’s Going on With The Pearl?
Denver’s only lesbian bar is in danger of closing, and now a co-owner is talking about its GoFundMe and allegations of her involvement with an anti-LGBTQ church.
Colorado May Allow Lawsuits Against Conversion Therapy Providers Following Supreme Court Ruling
“Now more than ever, we must protect LGBTQ+ Coloradans from the harmful practice that is conversion therapy.”
Victims of Conversion Therapy Could Sue Practitioners Under Colorado Bill
“We will continue working towards a world where LGBTQ people are treated as equals not in need of ‘conversion,'” Representative Alex Valdez says.
Colorado Ballot Breakdown: Transgender Student Athlete Ban, Other Anti-Trans Measure on the Way
Plus, all the ballot measures Coloradans will vote on in November.
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Bambi Ballgag Has Their Finger on The Pulse of Sapphic Nightlife
“It’s a horny, sexy environment, but people are very kind and sweet.”
From Bodice Rippers to Romantasy, These Books Are Dominating the Market – and Rewriting Women’s Sexual Power
The digital revolution has transformed romance novels.
Judge Removes Man Indicted Over Jax Gratton’s Death After Courtroom Outbursts
Brandon Mumma insisted he “didn’t do what everyone thinks” before a deputy escorted him out of the courtroom.
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Glowing Up: Denver Pride 2026 Gets New Location, Events
“We need to be a beacon this year more than ever.”
Colorado Proposal to Consider Misgendering in Child Custody Cases Fails, Again
“We look forward to fighting another day for this effort,” Senator Katie Wallace said.
Coco Bardot Is the Epitome of Black Girl Magic
“I’m well aware of the impact I have with whatever I do on stage, just because of how I identify.”
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Making Space Where It Matters: Inside Bruce Trujillo’s Manos Sagrados
As one of the few Denver venue owners who is both queer and of mixed heritage, Bruce Trujillo is intentional about creating opportunities for marginalized communities.
“What Happened to Free Speech and Artistic Expression?”
The cast of Shrek the Musicalwas asked to remove Pride flags from the Parker production.
You Can’t Spell Her Name Without “Icon”: Nini Coco Takes on RuPaul’s Drag Race
“This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment. We’re gonna send it.”
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Real Housewife Meredith Marks Spills the Tea on Her Newfound DJ Life
Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Meredith Marks shares what made her decide to DJ, and gives us a song to describe her Housewives experience.
Over the Rainbow: Pride Flags Too Freaky for Parker?
The Shrek cast decided to “protest this request” mid-show by performing with the flags anyway, sparking a larger debate about art and censorship.
Colorado Bill Targets an Obsolete Bigamy Law
Advocates say say the proposal would protect domestic violence survivors, non-traditional families and others from unjust prosecution.
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Aurora’s Bowen Yang Leaving SNL After Tonight: His Best Bits on Weekend Update
The comedian got his first taste of comedy at Smoky Hill High School.
Elijah Sylar Returns to Denver Art Scene After Transitioning, Traveling Across 47 States
Artist Elijah Sylar re-emerges with his first public show since transitioning, debuting new large-scale works on Nov. 14 in Denver.
LGBTQ+-Affirming Denver Businesses Vandalized Over the Weekend
Hate smashes, but hope rises.
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Ban on the Run: Colorado Conversion Therapy Case at Supreme Court Today
Christian therapist Kaley Chiles says the state’s prohibition violates her free speech rights.