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These incidents underscore the importance of continued efforts to foster inclusivity, acceptance, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

The New York Police Department is investigating “a criminal mischief pattern” of vandalism against Pride and transgender flags at the Stonewall National Monument during Pride month, it said in a statement.

The New York Police Department is investigating “a criminal mischief pattern” of vandalism against Pride and transgender flags at the Stonewall National Monument during Pride month, it said in a statement.

Neighbors in Manhattan's West Village discovered about 60 Pride flags torn down from the fence, broken apart and thrown on the sidewalk Saturday morning. Now...

Neighbors in Manhattan's West Village discovered about 60 Pride flags torn down from the fence, broken apart and thrown on the sidewalk Saturday morning. Now...

Angel Mario, 43, was arrested Tuesday and charged with two counts of criminal mischief – one as a hate crime – as well as making graffiti and aggravated harassment in connection to the April 19 act, authorities said. 

Police said the man entered a building and defecated on a Pride flag.

The suspect allegedly made anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks and chased the victim while brandishing a wooden broomstick.

Police are investigating the attack on 58-year-old Jamal Sawaid as a possible bias attack.

NYPD top brass held their annual Passover security briefing on Wednesday, continuing a 50-year tradition of addressing public safety at synagogues and temples