Lesbian council speaker condemns crimes
Law will take effect on Aug. 1
Ruling appears to extend marriage rights to gay couples across the country
Same-sex marriage opponent faces 30 days in jail, $1,000 fine.
Murder highlights growing concerns over anti-LGBT violence in the country
Gov. Mark Dayton has said he will sign measure into law
Four presidential candidates, European Union ambassador took part
Vote took place six months after voters rejected proposed gay nuptials ban
LGBT activists from Albania to Uganda prepare to mark day against bias
Former Republican signed petition to ban gay nuptials.