Same-sex marriage bill likely to take a backseat in the upcoming General Assembly session. more ›

"To me, marriage is a recognition of love, and the state should not be in the business of discriminating," Emanuel said. more ›

The mood was downright civil at this morning's civil unions ceremony. more ›

We have to hand it to Cardinal Francis George. He's a man of his convictions, especially when it comes to his stance on gay marriage. Even though his late hour plea to the General Assembly to vote down recognition of civil unions was for naught, George still feels he's right. Because, naturally, he has God on his side. more ›

President Barack Obama will sign a presidential memorandum today to extend some benefits to same-sex partners of federal employees, but they may not include health or retirement benefits. Some gay rights activists expected Obama to make strides for gay rights this June in honor of Gay Pride Month, but they have been disappointed by the lack of movement. more ›