July 13, 2010: NYC Settles Gay Harassment Claim, Melissa Etheridge divorce, Fergie and much more!

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Judge Denies Tammy’s Claim Against Melissa

A Los Angeles judge declined to order Melissa Etheridge to pay more to Tammy Lynn Michaels, deciding that Etheridge is already supporting the Michaels and their children.

NYC Settles Gay Harassment Claim

New York City paid $300,000 to settle a harassment claim against a gay police lieutenant, who allegedly grabbed his crotch in front of two male sergeants.

Fergie: Obama Should Move on Gay Marriage

Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie said that she wants to President Obama support marriage equality.

Gay Youth Database Jeopardized for Bankrupt XY Magazine

The fate of a database containing the names of young gay men is in question after XY Magazine filed for bankruptcy this year.

DADT Trial Begins Today

In a long-pending suit, the Log Cabin Republicans will argue that “don’t ask, don’t tell” violates the constitutional rights of gay and lesbian service members.

Melissa’s Attorney Fires Back at Tammy

Tammy Lynn Etheridge’s attorney claimed in court on Monday that ex-partner Melissa Etheridge has left her broke, but Melissa’s lawyer says that’s not true.

Temporary Flight 93 Memorial Debuts

A temporary memorial honoring the victims and heroes of the terrorist-downed United Flight 93, including gay public relations executive Mark Bingham (pictured), has opened near Shanksville, Pa.

Transcript: DOD Defends DADT Survey

The Pentagon held a last-minute press briefing late Friday to address the controversy on the DADT survey that was released to service members. The Advocate is now providing a partial transcript.