Italy court recognizes same-sex female IVF parents

Italy's Constitutional Court has ruled to legally recognize same-sex female couples as parents of children conceived through IVF, a landmark decision. This ruling stems from a legal battle, including one led by Glendale native Denise Rinehart and her wife, who have fought for nearly a decade for parental recognition. The decision marks a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights in Italy. The couple, who have two children, one with only one parent listed on the birth certificate, and the other with both, plan to continue advocating for broader LGBTQ+ rights in Italy.