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Anti-LGBTQ backlash comes to California

NEWS | June 8, 2023

The nationwide backlash against LGBTQ equality has reached the Golden State, with queer heroes being demonized, Pride flags being banned, and even physical fights breaking out up and down California.

LGBTQ Agenda: White House announces new LGBTQ civil rights measures

NATIONAL
by John Ferrannini
Jun 9, 2023

The Biden administration will be appointing a coordinator to work on the issues and threats that book bans pose for civil rights, according to a June 8 statement from the White House.

Parents protest Sonoma County Library's drag story hours

NEWS
by Matthew S. Bajko
Jun 9, 2023

A group of parents upset at the Sonoma County Library hosting several drag story hours this Pride Month is calling on library leaders to cancel the events and planning to protest at the system's Petaluma branch this weekend.

Out in the World: SF Italian cultural institute to show 'Monica' for Pride Month

NEWS
by Heather Cassell
Jun 9, 2023

San Francisco film buffs will be able to see Andrea Pallaoro's trans-themed "Monica" at a special showing and reception next week.

Political Notes: San Francisco supervisors set to back excising California's same-sex marriage ban amendment

NEWS
by Matthew S. Bajko
Jun 8, 2023

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors is set to back the effort to repeal Proposition 8's "zombie language" from the California Constitution at its June 13 meeting.

Man pleads not guilty to hate crimes charges following Castro incident

CRIME
by John Ferrannini
Jun 7, 2023

A man who pleaded not guilty to Castro-area hate crimes made a statement during his arraignment at San Francisco Superior Court Wednesday, explaining that "what the LGBT community is doing to kids is disrespectful to everyone who stands for God."

Editorial: Anti-LGBTQ backlash means we're winning

NEWS
by BAR Editorial Board
Jun 7, 2023

With all the headlines about retailers coming under fire for selling Pride-themed merchandise and legislation trying to curb drag performers, it's important to remember that overall, the LGBTQ community is winning.

Guest Opinion: Addressing California's mental health crisis

NEWS
by Corey Jackson
Jun 7, 2023

We, as Californians, have made significant progress in recognizing and affirming the rights of the LGBTQ community.

SF welcomes Pride Month

NEWS
by BAR staff
Jun 7, 2023

San Francisco Pride officials; D'Arcy Drollinger, the city's new drag laureate; Mayor London Breed; and elected leaders gathered in City Hall June 2 to raise the Pride flag.

News Briefs: Pink triangle display reverts to canvas this year

NEWS
by Cynthia Laird
Jun 7, 2023

The pink triangle atop Twin Peaks will revert to a canvas-only display for 2023, after having special LED lighting the past three years, and volunteers are needed ahead of the installation, co-founder Patrick Carney stated in a news release.

Contra Costa Supervisor Carlson marks 1st Pride Month

NEWS
by Matthew S. Bajko
Jun 7, 2023

A week into June and it already has been a busy month for gay Contra Costa County Supervisor Ken Carlson, the first out member of the countywide governing body.

Clayton shows its Pride

NEWS
by BAR staff
Jun 7, 2023

The city of Clayton in Contra Costa County held its second annual Pride parade Sunday, June 4.

Letters to the editor

NEWS
by BAR staff
Jun 7, 2023

A reader writes about the Tennessee anti-drag law that a federal judge recently ruled was unconstitutional.

Obituaries: Robert Wayne Starkey

NEWS
Jun 7, 2023

The obituary for Robert Wayne Starkey, aka the Truth Fairy, who was an LGBTQ activist, writer, and photographer.

Trial in killing of gay photographer ends in hung jury

NEWS
by John Ferrannini
Jun 7, 2023

The partner and sister of a gay photographer killed during a 2017 robbery are stunned after a recent San Francisco criminal trial of the accused killers ended with a hung jury.

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