News & Features
Transgender history, culture, vulnerability explored in Trans Narratives at FilmScene in Iowa City
FilmScene’s Trans Narrative film series spanning five decades of transgender history, culture and vulnerability may be just what trans folk in Iowa need right now, writes reviewer Tomi Trembath.
Diverse entertainment at 2025 Quad Cities Pride Fest this weekend
Some bold steps in live music, and a celebration of drag artists local and nationally-known, are what you’ll find at Quad Cities Pride Fest in Rock Island, Ill. this weekend.
Opinion
“House of the Dragon” continues “bury your gays” TV trope
Like so many, every Sunday I sit down on the couch to watch the newest episode of House of the Dragon. I am a big fan of the original series except for, of course, that oh so unfortunate final...
Responsible cannabis consumption becomes more important with expanded legalization
As more states legalize cannabis, responsible cannabis consumption is becoming more important. It’s about so much more than “getting high.”
The Project Pages
Young adults, injection drugs are key factors behind Hep C spike
The rate of new Hepatitis C infections reported in 2018 was four times higher than in 2009, reports the Centers for Disease Control.
LGBTQ+ care now, transition care soon: TPQC expands support for health care equity
QUAD CITIES -- When Tyler Mitchell went to a general health care practitioner a few years ago, just as the groundbreaking HIV preventative treatment of PrEP was introduced, he was shocked at what he...
