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Opinion/Commentary
We Didn’t Survive the Closet to Stay Silent Now
After years of escalating cruelty, racism is no longer implied. It is posted openly, defended quietly, and enabled by those who still refuse to speak out.
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News
In Loving Memory: Lilly Roddy
Long-time friend and OutSmart astrologer Lilly Roddy has passed away at the age of 73.
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Blog
Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives?
Companies are scaling back or abandoning diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives amid conservative backlash and legal challenges. Learn more about the impact.
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Blog
Trump’s executive order dismantles DEI guidance, sparking backlash
Federal agencies remove DEI guidance from websites, cancel staff trainings, and shut diversity offices as Trump's executive order takes effect.
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Editor's Note
A Note from the Publisher: Cyberattack Targets OutSmart
Over the past 48 hours, our website has been subjected to a cyberattack by malicious computer bots designed to disrupt and crash it. Although it is nearly impossible to identify…
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Front Page News
A Look Back at OutSmart’s 2022 Editions
Well, we made it. 2022 is almost a wrap—and what a year it’s been! To say it’s been a roller coaster ride is putting it mildly. Just in the last…
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Editor's Note
Publisher’s Note: April 2020
Houston's LGBTQ community comes together during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Blog
Want to Win $50? Take the 12th Annual LGBTQ Community Survey
OutSmart invites you to take a new survey about your opinions and preferences, from an LGBTQ perspective.
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Local News
Publisher’s Note: OutSmart’s 25th Anniversary Issue
When I sat down to write this note, I was overwhelmed by the thought that 25 years have really gone by so quickly.
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Obituaries
Obituary Notice: Chris Alameda
The staff and owners of Neon Boots would like to recognize and celebrate the life of a special person that has been a part of our team since we opened…
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