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Editorial: Dip in states' equality is dangerous

Editorial: Dip in states' equality is dangerous

  • by BAR Editorial Board
  • Jun 26, 2024

A new report from Out Leadership shows how conservatives' ability to craft — and pass — anti-LGBTQ legislation has decreased equality in the U.S.

Guest Opinion: Local Prides are building strength and resilience

Guest Opinion: Local Prides are building strength and resilience

  • by Eve Keller and Ron deHarte
  • Jun 26, 2024

June will soon be in the rear-view mirror, but what a time it's been with the joy and celebration that accompanies Pride Month.

Obituaries: Billy Lockyer

Obituaries: Billy Lockyer

  • by BAR staff
  • Jun 26, 2024

The obituary for Billy Lockyer, who was able to live her life as her true self.

Transmissions: Dora Richter lived

Transmissions: Dora Richter lived

  • by Gwendolyn Ann Smith
  • Jun 26, 2024

My mantra for Pride 2024 is a simple one: Dora Richter lived.

Obituaries: John Fitzgerald Casey

Obituaries: John Fitzgerald Casey

  • by BAR staff
  • Jun 26, 2024

The obituary for John Fitzgerald Casey, who at one time lived in San Francisco and loved to cook.

California will officially recognize World AIDS Day

California will officially recognize World AIDS Day

  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Jun 26, 2024

California will now officially recognize December 1 as World AIDS Day in perpetuity. It becomes the third such day of remembrance related to the LGBTQ community to be celebrated by the Golden State.

Biden announces pardon process for some LGBTQ vets

Biden announces pardon process for some LGBTQ vets

  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Jun 26, 2024

President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced he was using his clemency powers to allow eligible LGBTQ veterans convicted by the military over a 60-year period under a law that banned gay sex to apply for a pardon.

This Couple Makes Wine as a Conduit for Change

This Couple Makes Wine as a Conduit for Change

  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Jun 25, 2024

Together, Jill and Lisa's vision is clear — wine is not just a beverage; it's a conduit for change. "We want to be the brand that defines how to do well by doing good— to show that we can change the wine industry so that it's more equitable for women,"

People's March struts down Polk St. with resistance

People's March struts down Polk St. with resistance

  • by Max Guerrera
  • Jun 25, 2024

"Queer power!" was chanted by hundreds of marchers during this year's fifth annual People's March, Sunday, June 23.

Out in the World: Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage

Out in the World: Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage

  • by Heather Cassell
  • Jun 24, 2024

Thai lawmakers and LGBTQ people waved rainbow flags and raised their fists in solidarity in the National Assembly in Bangkok following a landmark vote making Thailand the third country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage.

Research shows twice-yearly PrEP injections prevent HIV in women

Research shows twice-yearly PrEP injections prevent HIV in women

  • by Liz Highleyman
  • Jun 24, 2024

Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable antiretroviral, demonstrated 100% effectiveness for preventing HIV acquisition in a large study of young cisgender women in Africa, Gilead Sciences announced June 20.

Breaking Barriers: LGBTQ Athlete Collin Martin Making His Mark

Breaking Barriers: LGBTQ Athlete Collin Martin Making His Mark

  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Jun 24, 2024

Born on November 9, 1994, in Chevy Chase, Maryland, Collin Martin's soccer journey began when he joined the D.C. United Academy during the 2009—10 season. At just 14 years old, Martin quickly demonstrated his potential by playing for the under-16 team.

US Supreme Court to hear trans health care case

US Supreme Court to hear trans health care case

  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Jun 24, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care violates the Constitution.

Political Notes: Gay Alameda supe candidate Bauters ramps up Pride Month events

Political Notes: Gay Alameda supe candidate Bauters ramps up Pride Month events

  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Jun 24, 2024

Gay Emeryville City Councilmember John Bauters is taking advantage of Pride Month to ramp up his fundraising efforts for his bid to be the first LGBTQ supervisor in Alameda County.