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SF mayor Breed stumps for 2nd term during Castro stop

May 6, 2024

San Francisco Mayor London Breed told the Bay Area Reporter May 3 that she never intended to pit the Harvey Milk Plaza renovation project against San Francisco City Clinic in deciding what to fund in a bond measure.

CUAV helps LGBTQ survivors work through tough times

by John Ferrannini
May 6, 2024

When Alex's 12-year-old child came to them and said they'd discovered child pornography on their soon-to-be-ex-husband's electronic device, the trans and queer parent didn't know where to turn.

San Francisco committee adopts mayoral bond measure plan

by Matthew S. Bajko
May 6, 2024

An oversight committee stacked with city administrators has given its stamp of approval to a bond measure San Francisco Mayor London Breed wants to put before voters in November.

Methodists remove anti-LGBTQ policies

by Brian Bromberger
May 6, 2024

After decades of strife over the role of out LGBTQs in pastoral life, the United Methodist Church has removed barriers against homosexuality.

Political Notes: Takano pushes for LGBTQ veterans commission

by Matthew S. Bajko
May 6, 2024

Gay Congressmember Mark Takano (D-Riverside) continues to push for a federal commission that will look into the experiences of LGBTQ servicemembers who enlisted in the military when its homophobic "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy was in place.

Political Notebook: Gay men launch SF bids for BART, City College board seats

by Matthew S. Bajko
May 4, 2024

Gay men have launched bids for seats on the boards overseeing the regional transit agency BART and City College of San Francisco that will appear on the November 5 ballot, with a third expected to also seek the BART seat.

Out in the World: Czech president signs expanded same-sex partnership rights into law — fight for marriage continues

by Heather Cassell
May 3, 2024

Same-sex couples in the Czech Republic are a step closer to marriage equality, as pro-LGBTQ President Petr Pavel has expanded their rights under a new law.

Planning underway for 50th Castro Street Fair

by John Ferrannini
May 3, 2024

Get ready for something special this fall — the Castro Street Fair is turning 50.

In sophomore year, SF Supervisor Dorsey talks new police staffing proposals, recovery as the 'new closet'

by John Ferrannini
May 3, 2024

With his initial proposal hitting a political roadblock earlier this year, gay District 6 Supervisor Matt Dorsey is working on a new charter amendment to bolster staffing levels at the San Francisco Police Department.

Judy Shepard, Pelosi lead list of Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients

by Cynthia Laird
May 3, 2024

The mother of a slain gay college student and the first female speaker of the U.S. House will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, President Joe Biden announced Friday, May 3, the day of the ceremony.

'Hell no! This is the Castro:' Merchants seek to burnish LGBTQ neighborhood's nightlife image

by John Ferrannini
May 2, 2024

Business leaders in the Castro are working to put a new shine on the LGBTQ neighborhood's nightlife reputation amid concerns it is losing out to the South of Market area.

After uproar, Breed to include San Francisco STD clinic in bond measure

by Matthew S. Bajko
May 2, 2024

Money to purchase a new home for San Francisco's public health clinic focused on treating and preventing sexually transmitted infections is now set to be included in a bond measure city leaders intend to put before voters on the November 5 ballot.

Gay Olympian Kenworthy promotes mental health at SF event

by Matthew S. Bajko
May 2, 2024

In Washington, D.C. for this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner in late April, gay former Olympian Gus Kenworthy was invited to tour the White House with first lady Jill Biden, Ph.D.

Mahogany tapped to lead SF trans initiatives office

by John Ferrannini
May 2, 2024

A trans person who was once passed over by Mayor London Breed for an open supervisor seat will now join her administration as leader of the San Francisco Office of Transgender Initiatives.

Low wins recount in congressional race, will advance to November

by Cynthia Laird
May 1, 2024

Gay state Assemblymember Evan Low (D-Cupertino) won the recount vote in the hotly contested 16th Congressional District race by five votes, meaning he will face former San Jose mayor Sam Liccardo (D) in November.

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SF mayor Breed stumps for 2nd term during Castro stop

CUAV helps LGBTQ survivors work through tough times

San Francisco committee adopts mayoral bond measure plan

Methodists remove anti-LGBTQ policies

Political Notes: Takano pushes for LGBTQ veterans commission

Political Notebook: Gay men launch SF bids for BART, City College board seats

Out in the World: Czech president signs expanded same-sex partnership rights into law — fight for marriage continues

Planning underway for 50th Castro Street Fair

In sophomore year, SF Supervisor Dorsey talks new police staffing proposals, recovery as the 'new closet'

Judy Shepard, Pelosi lead list of Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients

'Hell no! This is the Castro:' Merchants seek to burnish LGBTQ neighborhood's nightlife image

After uproar, Breed to include San Francisco STD clinic in bond measure

Gay Olympian Kenworthy promotes mental health at SF event

Mahogany tapped to lead SF trans initiatives office

Low wins recount in congressional race, will advance to November

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