Long-shot request to halt marriages shot down by Justice Kennedy
Measure comes amid increased anti-gay violence, discrimination in Russia
Ninth Circuit lifts stay on marriage equality; Anti-gay groups cry foul but are dismissed
Ninth Circuit lifts stay on Prop 8 injunction; Plaintiffs first to wed
Health, pension, dental and life insurance benefits available immediately
Guidance was among Sebelius' goals for improving LGBT health
Activists say decisions send message to their country’s lawmakers
Community leaders to address recent violence
Brian Sims said Supreme Court decisions, increased public support make it “right time”
Health coverage will continue for gay state employees as litigation proceeds
