So Araujo’s death, while unjust, led to a big change for California’s LGBTQ community, including legislation. As a gay man, I wanted to cover her case during Pride month to remember someone the LGBTQ community lost. I’m not linking to these stories or including offensive language because it is hurtful to the trans community to repeat or elevate these words. We are committed to being a voice for people who are marginalized and underserved, and that certainly includes the LGBTQ community. Homicides are up 25% this year across Los Angeles, although the brunt of the increase has been felt in South Los Angeles, where killings have jumped 50% over the same time last year.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 08, 2021 12:32 UTC