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Butler sworn in as US senator

Butler sworn in as US senator

  • NEWS
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Oct 3, 2023

Laphonza Butler was sworn in Tuesday as California's new senator, succeeding Dianne Feinstein, who died last week.

LGBTQ Agenda: Queer trio honored by US government for fighting for equal workplace rights

LGBTQ Agenda: Queer trio honored by US government for fighting for equal workplace rights

The United States Department of Labor has announced a date that it will honor three LGBTQ people who fought for equal rights in the workplace and won a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling three years ago.

LGBTQ History Month: Bayard Rustin stamp backers harness new biopic to press their case

LGBTQ History Month: Bayard Rustin stamp backers harness new biopic to press their case

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Oct 2, 2023

For nearly a decade LGBTQ advocates have been calling on the U.S. Postal Service to issue a stamp honoring the deceased gay Black civil rights leader Bayard Rustin.

Newsom names Butler, Black lesbian, to Feinstein's Senate seat

Newsom names Butler, Black lesbian, to Feinstein's Senate seat

  • NEWS
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Oct 2, 2023

Governor Gavin Newsom on Sunday named Laphonza Butler, a Black lesbian and president of Emily's List, to replace Dianne Feinstein in the U.S. Senate.

Why Deposit Match Bonus Is a Must-Try for Bay Area Players

Why Deposit Match Bonus Is a Must-Try for Bay Area Players

  • NEWS
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Oct 1, 2023

Lucrative promotions are among the juiciest gambling benefits, and it's a real crime not to use them when playing.

LGBTQ History Month: In 1960s, drag found a home in San Francisco's Glen Park

LGBTQ History Month: In 1960s, drag found a home in San Francisco's Glen Park

  • HISTORY
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Oct 1, 2023

During the 1960s most LGBTQ nightlife in San Francisco was centered in the northern neighborhoods of the city.

Out in the World: Thousands protest Canada's school gender policies

Out in the World: Thousands protest Canada's school gender policies

  • NEWS
  • by Heather Cassell
  • Sep 29, 2023

Protests erupted across Canada over gender identity policies in schools, bringing thousands of demonstrators out into the country's parks and in front of campuses.

SFFD trial: Jury rules in favor of the city, against assistant chief, in retaliation claims

SFFD trial: Jury rules in favor of the city, against assistant chief, in retaliation claims

  • LEGAL
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Sep 29, 2023

The lesbian assistant fire chief who sued the City and County of San Francisco alleging retaliation, harassment, and discrimination lost her case September 29, with a jury deciding in favor of the city.

Political Notes: LGBTQ leaders post remembrances of late senator Feinstein

Political Notes: LGBTQ leaders post remembrances of late senator Feinstein

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Sep 29, 2023

Numerous LGBTQ leaders across the Golden State who woke up Friday morning to the news of Feinstein's passing took to social media to post tributes to her and express their condolences.

CA US Senator Dianne Feinstein dies

CA US Senator Dianne Feinstein dies

U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, the oldest sitting member of the Senate and a trailblazer for women in politics, has died, multiple outlets reported Friday morning. She was 90.

SFFD trial: Jury begins deliberating after powerful closing arguments

SFFD trial: Jury begins deliberating after powerful closing arguments

  • LEGAL
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Sep 28, 2023

The civil jury in the case of a lesbian assistant fire chief suing San Francisco for retaliation and discrimination started deliberating September 28 after her lawyer and the city's attorney gave closing arguments.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer

  • LEGAL
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Sep 27, 2023

When searching for a criminal defense attorney, make sure they will protect your rights and freedoms while fighting to uphold them. Be wary of falling prey to common mistakes when looking for one!

WellnessLiving Makes Fitness More Accessible to Everybody

WellnessLiving Makes Fitness More Accessible to Everybody

  • HEALTH
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Sep 27, 2023

WellnessLiving makes booking classes, services and equipment simple with its innovative booking feature for specific assets, like bikes. Assets can even be assigned specific categories that only allow certain client types or groups to book them.

SF campaign aims to harness nature for benefit of residents

SF campaign aims to harness nature for benefit of residents

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Sep 27, 2023

At their home in the Castro husbands Steve Kawa and Dan Henkle are growing plants native to San Francisco. By doing so, they are assisting pollinators and other insects in the city.