• In Connecticut, a lawsuit against an Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut bishop Andrew D. Smith – filed by a consortium of priests – who voted for the election of an openly gay bishop gets thrown out by a judge, who claims the civil courtroom is no place to decide such a matter. [Hartford Courant]

• In Oklahoma, a one Michael Cich plans to flout the military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell rules by trying to enlist and be open about his sexuality. The catch: The same day he tries to sign up, so too will his straight brother — and if they don't take Michael, he knows why. [KOTV]

• In Colorado, Focus on the Family has spent a half million dollars advocating for a state constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage — the largest amount spent on any issue this election season. [Colorado Springs Gazette]

• In Toronto, more news from the 16th annual International AIDS Conference: There's conclusive evidence some STDs of the anus – specifically gonorrhoea and anal warts – directly raise the risk of HIV infection during anal sex if one partner is positive. [AIDS Map]

• In Britain, openly gay comedian and and former Pop World presenter Simon Amstell takes over hosting duties on the music quiz show Never Mind the Buzzcocks. [Pink News]