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Survey finds California LGBTQ seniors face health challenges

Survey finds California LGBTQ seniors face health challenges

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Nov 26, 2024

The first survey California has conducted of its older LGBTQ residents found many are struggling with mental, physical, and cognitive health challenges.

San Francisco officials finalize LGBTQ museum site purchase

San Francisco officials finalize LGBTQ museum site purchase

  • HISTORY
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Nov 26, 2024

The city has now officially purchased a shopping center in San Francisco's Castro district for what will become the country's first free-standing LGBTQ history museum and archival center.

Report details needs of Bay Area Two-Spirits, Indigiqueers

Report details needs of Bay Area Two-Spirits, Indigiqueers

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Nov 26, 2024

A new report said to be the first of its kind has documented the needs of the Bay Area's Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer communities.

Guest Opinion: The battle for our lives continues

Guest Opinion: The battle for our lives continues

  • NEWS
  • by Cleve Jones and Tyler TerMeer
  • Nov 26, 2024

Another election has passed, and with it comes the promise of change — or the threat of backsliding.

Long-term survivors to be honored at SF World AIDS Day events

Long-term survivors to be honored at SF World AIDS Day events

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Nov 26, 2024

LGBTQ, health care, and AIDS activists will be commemorating the 36th annual World AIDS Day Sunday, December 1, with events throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

Business Briefing: Clothing store rides retail coattails into 2nd decade

Business Briefing: Clothing store rides retail coattails into 2nd decade

  • BUSINESS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Nov 26, 2024

For close to 20 years, husbands Miguel Lopez and Gabriel Ya?ez have successfully navigated various clothing trendlines and changes in the way people shop for attire to keep their Sui Generis Designer Consignment open for business in the Castro.

News Briefs: Sisters, SF Krampus announce pageant

News Briefs: Sisters, SF Krampus announce pageant

  • NEWS
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Nov 26, 2024

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and San Francisco Krampus will hold their annual Krampus pageant Saturday, December 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. at El Rio, 3158 Mission Street.

Editorial: San Mateo sheriff should resign

Editorial: San Mateo sheriff should resign

  • NEWS
  • by BAR Editorial Board
  • Nov 26, 2024

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus made history when she was elected two years ago.

Political Notebook: Contra Costa County LGBTQ councilmembers-elect make history

Political Notebook: Contra Costa County LGBTQ councilmembers-elect make history

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Nov 26, 2024

Starting next month, city councils around the Bay Area will begin welcoming back LGBTQ incumbents and newly elected members following the results of their races in the November 5 election.

Obituaries: Michael N. Madfes

Obituaries: Michael N. Madfes

  • NEWS
  • by BAR staff
  • Nov 26, 2024

The obituary for Michael N. Madfes, who provided graphic and web design services to local businesses and was involved in the San Francisco music scene.

Analysis: US Supreme Court to hear trans case

Analysis: US Supreme Court to hear trans case

  • LEGAL
  • by Lisa Keen
  • Nov 26, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court will soon take up an important legal question concerning whether states can ban medical treatment for gender dysphoria in youth.

Transmissions: No rest in Congress

Transmissions: No rest in Congress

Sarah McBride's election to Congress has shown the nasty side of Republican lawmakers.

LGBTQ Agenda: Gay Colorado Governor Polis co-chairing new democracy group

LGBTQ Agenda: Gay Colorado Governor Polis co-chairing new democracy group

  • NATIONAL
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Nov 26, 2024

Gay Colorado Governor Jared Polis is joining Illinois Governor JB Pritzker in launching a new organization to stand up for democracy on the state level.

Report alleges San Mateo sheriff made homophobic, racist remarks

Report alleges San Mateo sheriff made homophobic, racist remarks

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Nov 22, 2024

The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is in turmoil after a report revealed Sheriff Christina Corpus used homophobic and racist slurs in text messages, and that there was a scheme to conceal rifles.