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Political Notebook: Time for Rustin stamp, national LGBTQ Black leader says

Political Notebook: Time for Rustin stamp, national LGBTQ Black leader says

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Oct 25, 2023

For the past several years the National Black Justice Coalition has called for the U.S. Postal Service to honor deceased gay Black civil rights leader Bayard Rustin with a stamp.

LGBTQ History Month: LGBTQ+ online dating was created for community

LGBTQ History Month: LGBTQ+ online dating was created for community

  • HISTORY
  • by Michele Zipkin
  • Oct 25, 2023

From casual hookups to friendships to meeting the love of your life, LGBTQ+ online dating was created out of a need for community.

LGBTQ History Month: Online archive features Gerharter's B.A.R. photos

LGBTQ History Month: Online archive features Gerharter's B.A.R. photos

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Oct 25, 2023

Two decades ago the San Francisco Public Library purchased a portfolio of photos from longtime Bay Area Reporter photographer Rick Gerharter.

News Briefs: Trick-or-treaters to rejoice at 3rd 'Great Hauntway'

News Briefs: Trick-or-treaters to rejoice at 3rd 'Great Hauntway'

  • NEWS
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Oct 25, 2023

Trick-or-treaters will have plenty to be happy about at the third annual "Great Hauntway" along the upper Great Highway on San Francisco's west side Sunday, October 29, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Former B.A.R. columnist receives Waddell award

Former B.A.R. columnist receives Waddell award

  • NEWS
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Oct 25, 2023

Roger Brigham, the Bay Area Reporter's former sports columnist, is one of the recipients of the Dr. Tom Waddell Award from the Federation of Gay Games.

Guest Opinion: The AIDS crisis brought out the best in Dianne Feinstein

Guest Opinion: The AIDS crisis brought out the best in Dianne Feinstein

  • NEWS
  • by Sal Rosselli
  • Oct 25, 2023

The last time Dianne Feinstein ran for U.S. Senate, the member-leaders of my union voted to endorse her opponent.

Obituaries: Jamie Summers

Obituaries: Jamie Summers

  • NEWS
  • by BAR staff
  • Oct 25, 2023

The obituary for Jamie Summers, a chiropractor and body worker who had a gift for seeing beauty.

New House Speaker Johnson once equated LGBTQs to pedophiles

New House Speaker Johnson once equated LGBTQs to pedophiles

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Oct 25, 2023

A three-week leadership battle in the United States House of Representatives ended October 25 with Congressmember Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) selected as the body's 56th speaker.

Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

  • NEWS
  • by BAR staff
  • Oct 25, 2023

Readers write in about our recent editorial, an upcoming meeting on smoking on bar patios, and the 1995 movie "To Wong Foo: Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar."

Where to Watch NFL Games Live: Check Out Some Pub Recommendations

Where to Watch NFL Games Live: Check Out Some Pub Recommendations

  • NEWS
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Oct 25, 2023

Are you a football fan looking for the perfect spot to watch NFL games live? Look no further! This article features a list of top pub recommendations in the San Francisco Bay Area where you can enjoy the game with fellow NFL enthusiasts.

SF supes approve Castro Theatre second floor plans

SF supes approve Castro Theatre second floor plans

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Oct 24, 2023

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted 10-1 to remove one of the last hurdles for renovations to begin at the Castro Theatre that will determine if the movie palace can sell liquor on the second floor.

Woman speaks out in Emeryville hate crime case

Woman speaks out in Emeryville hate crime case

A woman who is a resident at a senior housing facility in Emeryville is speaking out after her former neighbor allegedly removed a Pride-themed display in June.

Drag queens & DJs & drinks, oh my! Besties nightlife venues & events for 2023

Drag queens & DJs & drinks, oh my! Besties nightlife venues & events for 2023

  • BESTIES
  • by Michael Flanagan
  • Oct 24, 2023

Yes, some bars have closed, but more nightclubs and bars have recently opened than in years past, despite the pandemic. This includes winners and runners-up, many in Oakland. Celebrate them all by going out.

Gogos & other great talents: Besties nightlife talents for 2023

Gogos & other great talents: Besties nightlife talents for 2023

  • BESTIES
  • by Michael Flanagan
  • Oct 24, 2023

From your favorite DJs to drag performers of all kinds, you, our readers, selected their favorite people in nightlife. Live bands, bartenders, gogo dancers and more talented folks get a nod for 2023.