Boystown
Boystown Needs More Than A Name Change To Make LGBTQ Neighborhood Truly Welcoming, Activists Say
The Northalsted Business Alliance will no longer use the "Boystown" nickname, but activists say little has been done to tackle issues of racism, sexism and transphobia among the business community.
Is It Time To Rename Boystown? Survey Asks Chicagoans To Come Up With More Inclusive Gayborhood Name
Some LGBTQ community members are calling on the famous Chicago gayborhood to drop its gendered nickname, claiming it perpetuates sexism and other discrimination in the neighborhood.
As Boystown Reckons With Racism And Transphobia, Petition Demands Gender-Neutral Name Change
A recent petition claims that Boystown's nickname promotes the neighborhood as being "for the boys," discouraging women from participating in the community.
Black LGBTQ Activists Launch Foundation Seeking Equity In Boystown — And Beyond
“We as black queer folks are not looking for white saviors. We are looking for white soldiers,” said Jamie Frazier, lead pastor at Lighthouse Church.
Group Calls For Beatnix Boycott After Boystown Store Owner Called Cops On Customers Who Complained About Confederate Flag Vest
After news of the incident surfaced, former employees came forward to discuss other racist behavior seen in the longtime costume shop.
Rap Ban May Be Lifted At Progress Bar, But Boystown Needs To Confront Its History Of Racism, Activists Say
This weekend, protesters near Progress Bar said there have been several concerning incidents in Boystown recently — and they're fighting back.
Boystown Gay Bar Under Fire After Announcing Rap Music Ban: This Is ‘Racist As F—,’ Critics Say
In response to the rapid social media backlash, Progress Bar said everyone was welcome and urged people not to "read too much into this."
Boystown’s Rainbow ‘Legacy Walk’ One Step Closer To Landmark Status
The Art Deco-style rainbow pylons along North Halsted Street that pay homage to LGBT history are one step closer to gaining status as Chicago landmarks.
