From Kentucky to the Castro: SF Pride's trans executive director makes Out100 list
Suzanne Ford, SF Pride's 1st trans woman executive director, made Out Magazine's Out100 list for 2025. She's also in a new short documentary that premiered recently at the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.
SF Pride's executive director makes Out100 list
The Executive Director of San Francisco Pride was featured in a new short documentary that premiered over the weekend. Suzanne Ford, the first transgender woman to hold the position as Pride's executive director, is also receiving national acclaim and is being honored by Out Magazine's Out 100 list.
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn decision legalizing same-sex marriage in US
The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a former Kentucky court clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the high court's ruling in 2015.
LGBTQ community leaders praise Nancy Pelosi for decades of support
Leaders of San Francisco's LGBTQ community praised Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi for her decades of support and dedication to public service when reacting to her announcement that she will retire after serving out her current term in January 2027.
Who was Roger Casement? Irish diplomat, historical figure honored in SF Castro
It was a commemoration nearly 10 years in the making. The tribute to honor Irish diplomat and human rights activist, Roger Casement, along the Rainbow Honor Walk was held in San Francisco's Castro District this week.
Meet Per Sia, San Francisco's new Drag Laureate
A San Francisco-based drag queen who has been performing in the city for nearly 20 years has been named the city’s second Drag Laureate.
Pride flag set on fire: Suspect caught on East Bay couple's home security camera
An East Bay couple who hung a Pride flag outside their home for the first time, say they were shocked to see someone walk up to their house in San Leandro and set the flag on fire Wednesday morning.
Pelosi-backed candidate enters race for San Francisco supervisor's seat
Health-care advocate and campaign manager of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi's Save Our Health Care campaign, Gary McCoy, announced his candidacy for the District 8 supervisor's seat in San Francisco on Tuesday.
SF cafe owner announces candidacy for District 8 Supervisor
Manny Yekutiel , owner of Manny's Cafe in San Francisco, officially announced on Monday that he is running for District 8 Supervisor which represents the Castro and other neighborhoods when its current Supervisor, Rafael Mandelman terms out in January 2027. He is being endorsed by Mandalman. He spoke with KTVU's Amber Lee in a one-on-one interview about his plans and priorities. So far, Yekutiel is the only person who's officially announced his candidacy for the seat. There is at least one other person who's considering entering the race.
Parents can now opt kids out of LGBTQ+ lessons
Amy Whelan has been a Senior Staff Attorney at the National Center for LGBTQ Rights (NCLR) explains Supreme Court ruling that allows parents to withdraw their child from LGBTQ+ lessons that conflict with their religious beliefs.
NRA speaks out as Trump administration mulls possible trans firearms ban
Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.
Justice Department considers possible ban on transgender people owning guns
Several DOJ officials reportedly held meetings to discuss gun restrictions for transgender individuals since the Minneapolis school shooting last month.
Iconic SF drag club Oasis to close after 10 years
Oasis a beloved San Francisco nightclub, known for cabaret and drag shows, announced its impending closure on Monday.
California preserves LGBTQ crisis support amid Trump's suicide hotline cuts
A new Trump administration policy goes into effect Thursday that some worry could endanger the lives of young LGBTQ people.
Student loan forgiveness program getting Trump overhaul: What’s changing
Here’s a look at how President Trump and the Education Department are looking to reshape the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which cancels student debt for some employees after 10 years.
Drag performer detained by ICE in San Francisco at asylum hearing
Immigration enforcement officers detained a drag performer in San Francisco a few days before Pride festivities kicked off in the city.
Memorial to gay rights icon Harvey Milk planned in San Francisco's Castro
A tribute to gay rights pioneer Harvey Milk is officially on track to become a reality on the corner of Market and Castro.
2025 SF Pride weekend kicks off with Trans March, Rainbow Lasers display
San Francisco's LGBTQ community kicked of Pride Weekend 2025 with the annual Trans March and a Rainbow Lasers display.
Star Amerasu: Creating a world she wants to live in by reaching into outer space
Star Amerasu is reaching out of this world to find her place to shine as an artist, singer and content creator. She's been keeping busy all Pride month and shares a message of resilience with the transgender community.
Star Amerasu: Creating a world she wants to live in by reaching into outer space
A Pride month profile on Star Amerasu. This Black, transgender artist is reaching out of this world to find her place to shine as an artist, singer and content creator. She's been keeping busy all Pride month and shares a message of resilience with the trans and LGBTQ+ community.