Georgette Gómez Out to Make LGBTQ+, Latinx History in Run for Congress
PoliticsPolitics, California, LatinxGómez, running in a San Diego district, would be the first queer Latinx person in the U.S. House. CaliforniaLatinxTrudy RingGeorgette Gómez recalls seeing the...
View ArticleVictory Fund Asks Gov. Newsom to Appoint LGBTQ+ Replacement for Harris
PoliticsPolitics, Election, California, Victory FundThere has never been an out LGBTQ+ senator from California.ElectionCaliforniaVictory FundMey RudeFrom left: Robert Garcia, Toni Atkins, Ricardo Lara,...
View ArticleLesbian Iranian-American Makes History in One of U.S.'s Gayest Cities
PoliticsPolitics, CaliforniaSepi Shyne broke a huge glass ceiling.CaliforniaTrudy RingThe LGBTQ+ mecca of West Hollywood has elected two new members to its City Council, including its first queer woman...
View ArticleNonbinary, Gay, Mixed-Race, Dem Socialist Candidates Win in Bay Area
PoliticsPolitics, California, Bisexual, Nonbinary, ElectionThey bring new diversity to councils in South San Francisco and Redwood City.CaliforniaBisexualNonbinaryElectionTrudy RingFrom left: Michael...
View ArticleTrans Volunteer Killed in Mass Stabbing at San Jose Homeless Shelter
CrimeCrime, Transgender, CaliforniaKimberly Susan Fial originally came to the Grace Baptist Church shelter as a client and quickly became a valued volunteer.TransgenderCaliforniaTrudy RingA victim of a...
View ArticleCalifornia Not Tracking LGBTQ+ Pandemic Data Despite Promise
HealthHealth, CaliforniaState Sen. Scott Wiener says he's willing to take the issue to a national level if the state won't address it.CaliforniaMey RudeGay California state Sen. Scott Wiener is growing...
View ArticleCalifornia Gay Couple’s Xmas Decorations Torn, Smeared With Feces
NewsNews, Hate Crimes, California“I just want to make sure that this doesn’t happen to anyone else or, if it already has, that they feel empowered enough to speak up about it."Hate CrimesCaliforniaMey...
View ArticleWill an LGBTQ+ Californian Succeed Kamala Harris in the U.S. Senate?
Politics, CaliforniaPoliticsLong Beach Mayor Robert Garcia was said to be on the shortlist, while California Senate leader Toni Atkins was mentioned earlierRobert Garcia and Toni AtkinsUpdatedDecember...
View ArticleWest Hollywood to Add Black, Brown Stripes, Trans Flag to Crosswalks
NewsNews, California, Los AngelesCity officials voted this week to make their rainbow crosswalks more inclusive.CaliforniaLos AngelesMey RudeThe West Hollywood City Council unanimously approved a plan...
View ArticleKatie Hill Sues Ex-Husband, Media Outlets That Published Nude Photos
PoliticsPolitics, California, BisexualThe bisexual former congresswoman alleged horrific abuse by her ex-husband.CaliforniaBisexualTrudy RingFormer Congresswoman Katie Hill has filed suit against her...
View ArticleOil Can Harry's, L.A.'s Historic Gay Line-Dancing Bar, Shutters
BusinessBusiness, CaliforniaSince 1968, the bar had served up dancing lessons and community in Studio City. Oil Can Harry's at LA Pride 2019CaliforniaDaniel ReynoldsOil Can Harry's has had its last...
View ArticleNorthern California Valentine's Day Getaway Specials
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View ArticleLocals Protest Rush Limbaugh Tribute on Historic Gay-Friendly Theater
TheaterArts & Entertainment, Theater, California, HomophobiaFresno residents have been protesting the sale of the theater to a conservative church for weeks.Heather Parish on...
View ArticleEffort on to Vaccinate California's Enormous LGBTQ+ Population
HealthHealth, COVID-19, CaliforniaThe virus has a devastating effect on LGBTQ+ people, especially those of color.COVID-19CaliforniaNeal BrovermanEquality California, the nation's largest statewide...
View ArticleGay Club Celebrates Dolly Parton's Vaccine With 50-Foot Mural
BusinessBusiness, CaliforniaStrut in Orange County, Calif., will dedicate the artwork to frontline workers.CaliforniaDaniel ReynoldsThe LGBTQ+ world rejoiced upon hearing the news of Dolly Parton's...
View ArticleCalifornia May Mandate Gender-Neutral Kids' Sections in Large Stores
PoliticsPolitics, California, Youth, LGBT youth“We should allow our kids to come to their own conclusion of how they will identify themselves,” the bill's co-author said.CaliforniaYouthLGBT youthMey...
View ArticleLong Beach's Rainbow Lifeguard Tower Burns Down, Likely 'Act of Hate'
Crime, Pride, CaliforniaCrimeA symbol of Pride has been reduced to rubble and ash, with the mayor suspecting foul play.PrideCaliforniaDaniel ReynoldsA rainbow lifeguard tower in Long Beach, Calif.,...
View ArticleLexus Upgrades the Road Trip in to a Wellness Retreat
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View ArticleSan Francisco Previews Summer Pride Event
PridePride, San Francisco, CaliforniaWith COVID far from gone, the city is planning a hybrid celebration.San FranciscoCaliforniaMey RudeAfter COVID-19 ended in-person Pride celebrations last year, San...
View ArticleEquality California Selects Tony Hoang as Executive Director
PoliticsPolitics, CaliforniaHoang, who has been with Equality California since 2009, will succeed Rick Chavez Zbur when Zbur steps down at the end of this year.Tony Hoang photographed by Claudia...
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