Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents

09/11/2026

Carla Hall isn’t asking permission https://bit.ly/4xMPWhG

The chef and author has been in the public eye for almost two decades. At 62, she’s driven by curiosity and embracing her own power.

09/11/2026

Via Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch According to reports, ICE agents disguised themselves as electricians and cut power to this man’s home, luring him outside to investigate. The agents reportedly did not identify themselves or arrive with a warrant. Once he stepped outside, they grabbed him and forcibly detained him as his wife watched and recorded.

The video shows agents dragging him by his shoulders and handling him with disturbing force.

We share videos like this not only to bear witness to what is happening, but also so our communities can recognize the tactics being used.

ICE agents have used deception to get people to leave the protection of their homes. Be cautious if someone unexpectedly arrives at your door claiming to be a utility worker, contractor, or other service provider. Verify who they are before opening the door or stepping outside.

Stay informed. Know your rights. Look out for your neighbors and your community.

Video by Hector Lagunas

09/11/2026

Via BreakThrough News “No place for racism!”

Students at Lincoln-Way East High School walked out of class on Wednesday in response to racist harassment hat took place the week prior.

On Friday, LWE students hurled racist slurs and made monkey noises at Homewood-Flossmoor students during a football game. Then, on Saturday, students overheard a LWE cross-country coach tell their student-athletes to run “past those monkeys.”

Chicago was home to many similar student walkouts in response to Operation Midway Blitz and subsequent attacks on the city by ICE and federal authorities.

09/11/2026

Via Erin Reed The military is racing to separate all remaining transgender troops, searching for troops that even have mere “symptoms” of gender dysphoria.

This even includes trans troops who have gone back into the closet.

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09/11/2026

Via The Haygoods TOTO with Acoustic Southern Roots! 🪕🔥🌲 Do you think they would approve?

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09/11/2026

Via Black Goat Farm Sanctuary I wrote out a caption twice and the upload did not work 😭. So this one is short.

Please enjoy one unedited minute of mini mustangs after dark (Mocha, Peachy and Kenny).

09/11/2026

I am now insecure/unstable aka in danger of losing my housing in three months.

That's hard to look at. In my case, it is due to divorce. We were married 2.5 years and registered for 16. The court sees 2.5 years of marital assets, not18.5. Because of and discrimination built into systems.

I'll leave the marriage with my SSDI and a handful of assets, not enough to afford housing or healthcare. The two core principles of welfare, safety, and security.

I'm 55, disabled, my parents are gone. I'll lose my beloved cats. I have no car. The media ignores me.

Now I'm going to appeal the decree b/c domestic partnerships matter. They are necessary. They build our families. And I'm hoping the judge grants me a stay so I can remain in my home during the appeal, but that's a long shot.

Hopefully, the appeal leaves me with more than scraps so I can live out my days securely if not comfortably.

I'm a MSW so I've done my due diligence. There's no program to catch me except a shelter for a little while. The homeless advocates told me to do what it takes - couches, cots - to stay housed. Beg and borrow.

I'm trying. I'm scared. No one has offered me a spare bedroom. Or a couch. I'm being nagged by a TERF with an axe to grind. A long time stalker has come round b/c I'm vulnerable.

We are way past that.

I need money. To pay the lawyers. To pay for the health insurance I'll lose. To pay for my medication, sundries, sturdy shoes. To keep the blog running. And to win a victory for LGBTQ families - partnerships, unions, what have you.

If marriage falls, we'll once again need these relationships to keep our families safe.

It's been three years I've been dependent on you to get by. It could be three more. I appreciate every kindness. I need more.

Every share of the GoFundMe link generates $13 on average. Not just posting it but sharing directly.

Please help me.

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09/11/2026

SEIU workers, local officials call for paid parental leave at Labor Day rally prior to annual parade https://bit.ly/3SRDgqy

Amid contract negotiations, the largest and fastest-growing union of healthcare workers in the state fights for revolutionary legislation

09/10/2026

Pennsylvania’s LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index: Mediocrity is not a good look, but it could be worse - Pittsburgh Le***an Correspondents https://bit.ly/4yn5V5P

In June 2026, OUT Leadership released a State LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index. Pennsylvania ranked 21 out of 50. The rankings were made based on several factors, from laws related to bathroom access to restrictions on drag performances to state leadership scores and shield laws. This is deplorable, bu...