Thailand’s landmark marriage equality bill has been officially written into law, allowing same-sex couples to legally wed.

Lawmakers in Thailand’s lower house of Parliament have overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill that would make the country the first in Southeast Asia to legalize equal rights for marriage partners of any gender.

Thousands of community members, Floridians and out-of-towners came to celebrate love during Jacksonville’s Pride celebration this past weekend in Riverside and 5 Points.

Jacksonville’s Pride Parade will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday and will feature dozens of floats that will weave through Riverside and 5 Points.

Events range from comedy shows, parades, festivals, bingo, parties and more!

A group in Nassau County is asking Fernandina Beach commissioners to move Fernandina Beach Pride, an LGBTQ+ event scheduled for next month, to another location.

CW17 and WJXT, THE local station, are proud to be named media sponsor of River City Pride events.

The CW-17 (WCWJ) is the Media Sponsor for the 2021 River City Pride Parade.

Israel’s Supreme Court has cleared the way for same-sex couples to have children through surrogate mothers, a move hailed by lawmakers and activists as a win for LGBTQ rights.

Tens of thousands of people are attending a Pride parade in Tel Aviv in one of the largest public gatherings held since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The first weekend in October is usually when Jacksonville celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride. Thousands would pack Riverside and participate in the Pride Parade and a block party, raising money for the LGBTQ+ youth organizations, local businesses and more. Now, local restaurants, businesses and nightclubs are trying to raise money for the community while keeping social distancing in mind. Below are some local events and fundraising opportunities to give money to non-profit organizations to help keep them running smoothly. Hamburger Mary’s Jacksonville held events last weekend, raising money for the LGBT+ community.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - More than 100 organizations are coming out to show their pride and support during Saturday's Pride Parade. This will be the largest show of support that The Bank of America Pride Parade taking has ever seen in our area. The CW-17 (WCWJ) is the Media Sponsor for the 2019 River City Pride Parade and News4Jax reporter Zachery Lashway will be the Grand Marshal of the parade. River City Pride will also feature outdoor activities such as a block party, festival, music, food, drinks and more. Safety is a concern for River City Pride and all who participate in any of the events throughout the weekend.