A day after California legalized same-sex marriage, the question now is what might happen in Illinois. Lawmakers in that state are opposed to it.

Same-sex marriage has faced legal and political roadblocks in much of the United States and has been a hot-button issue since 2003, when Massachusetts’ highest court ruled it was unconstitutional to ban gay marriage.

It was a stunning victory for gay marriage advocates and a devastating defeat for those who hoped to reverse the court ruling legalizing same-sex marriage in Massachusetts.

Hundreds of gay and lesbian couples are getting ready to wed in California. The nuptial rush could give the state a big economic boost

Gay marriage could be outlawed in California if a November ballot initiative passes.

Gay marriage advocates Stewart Gaffney and John Lewis have been together for more than 20 years. They are applauding California’s decision to legalize gay marriage.