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Greenwich Village

May 17, 2013

Stonewall Riots Comic Book to be Released Before Pride Parade

The book will aim to teach young people about a pivotal moment in the LGBT-rights movement.

New York City

May 09, 2012

New Yorkers Celebrate Obama Coming Out For Gay Marriage

President Barack Obama expressed his support for gay marriage for the first time Wednesday.

Greenwich Village & SoHo

September 27, 2011

Stonewall Inn Hate Crime Attacker Sentenced to Two Years in Prison

Matthew Francis, 22, was sentenced to two years in prison for a violent attack on a patron at the Stonewall Inn.

Greenwich Village & SoHo

September 08, 2011

Two Men Plead Guilty to Stonewall Inn Hate Crime Attack

Matthew Francis and Christopher Orlando admitted to attacking a man in the bathroom of the Christopher Street landmark.

Greenwich Village & SoHo

July 06, 2011

Drunk Puppy Buying Banned by West Village Pet Stores

Drunk puppy buying customers are a challenge for Greenwich Village pet stores surrounded by bars and clubs.

Manhattan

June 27, 2011

Pride Parade Celebrates Gay Marriage Legislation Victory

Some 2 million packed the streets for the city's annual Gay Pride Parade.

Manhattan

June 24, 2011

Celebration in the Streets as Gay Marriage Passes

Revelers took to the streets of Manhattan Friday night to celebrate the historic passage of gay marriage legislation.

Manhattan

June 24, 2011

Gay Marriage Signed into Law After Historic State Senate Vote

The state Senate voted late Friday night to pass a bill allowing gay marriage in New York.

Manhattan

June 20, 2011

Gay Rights Groups Rally Around Manhattan to Push Marriage Legislation

The groups rallied at Central Park, Union Square and elsewhere this weekend to show support for the legalization of same-sex marriage.

Manhattan

April 29, 2011

Where to Watch the Royal Wedding in Manhattan

Got royal wedding fever? DNAinfo has you covered with a round-up of places you can watch Kate and William marry.

Greenwich Village & SoHo

February 09, 2011

Alleged Stonewall Inn Attacker Arrested on Staten Island

Matthew Francis, 21, of Staten Island was arrested on Tuesday for beating a homeless man.

Greenwich Village & SoHo

December 29, 2010

Greenwich Village & SoHo News in 2010

for all the highs and lows in photographs for the year.

Manhattan

November 10, 2010

Three Men Indicted on Gay Hate Crimes in the West Village

Matthew Francis and Christopher Orlando and Frederick Giunta all plead not guilty to hate crimes charges.

Manhattan

October 20, 2010

Victim of Latest Gay Hate Crime Speaks Out

Bartender Greg Davis was still nursing a swollen right cheek as recalled the attack at Julius' Bar.

Manhattan

October 15, 2010

City Launches Ad Campaign Against Anti-Gay Hate Crimes

A campaign condemning hate crimes comes following recent attacks throughout New York.