North Carolina Lt. Gov. facing calls to resign over LGBTQ ‘filth’ remark

“There's no reason anybody anywhere in America should be telling any child about transgenderism, homosexuality, any of that filth,” North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson said in a video posted by an advocacy group.

San Francisco's Folsom Street Fair returns with new name

The Folsom Street Fair has returned to San Francisco. The event was different this year due to Covid-19 restrictions and a new name.

Evangelical Lutheran church installs first transgender bishop

The Evangelical Lutheran Church of America installed its first openly transgender bishop in a service held in San Francisco's Grace Cathedral on Saturday.

San Francisco announces creation of country's first Transgender History Month

San Francisco Mayor London Breed on Tuesday announced the creation of the country's first Transgender History Month throughout the month of August.

Breed announces country's first Transgender History Month
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The proclamation signing at San Francisco City Hall celebrates the historical and cultural milestones, marking the 55th anniversary of the Compton's Cafeteria Riots.

SCOTUS declines case of florist who refused same-sex wedding job

The Supreme Court on Friday left in place a decision that a florist broke Washington state's anti-discrimination laws when she refused to provide services for a same-sex wedding.

France legalizes IVF for lesbians and single women

France has approved a law that will allow single women and lesbians access to medically assisted reproduction for the first time. The National Assembly adopted the wide-ranging bioethics law in a 326–115 vote.

California bans state travel to Florida, 4 other states

Democratic Attorney General Rob Bonta added Florida, Arkansas, Montana, North Dakota and West Virginia to the list that now has 17 states where state employee travel is forbidden except under limited circumstances.

SF Pride's less-corporate pandemic version finding ways to celebrate as city awakens

It's the second year in a row without San Francisco's annual Pride parade. But festivities are still underway, during what would have been the beginning of the city's Pride weekend.

Biden celebrates Pride Month, names special envoy for LGBTQ rights

President Joe Biden named a U.S. special diplomatic envoy for LGBTQ rights and gave remarks to celebrate Pride Month at the White House.

Having kids for LGBTQ families can be challenging and costly affair

Ask just about any parent and they'll tell you their children are a gift. But, for LGBTQ families its a gift that requires more work,  dedication, and in many cases money.

Many LGBT community members thrilled Raiders player Carl Nassib came out during Pride

Coming out during June Pride Month, many members of the LGBTQ community were thrilled to see that Carl Nassib received support from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and beyond.

San Jose Sharks player known for his skills on ice and support for gay rights

Watch the San Jose Sharks’ Kurtis Gabriel, and you can see why in his four seasons with three different NHL teams, he’s often described as an enforcer. That’s part of his story, but Gabriel’s also well-known for his support for gay rights.

First-ever Pride Night at Oracle Park well received by Bay Area residents

Friday marked a first at Oracle Park in San Francisco as the first of two movie nights kicked off, bringing people together for fun and entertainment while celebrating Pride month.

San Francisco police are prioritizing crimes against the LGBTQ community
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San Francisco police are placing a new focus on crimes against the LGBTQ community, and they want everyone to feel comfortable reporting crimes. KTVU's Evan Sernoffsky reports.

Burger King appears to troll Chick-fil-A in Pride Month promotion

Burger King appeared to troll Chick-fil-A with a Pride Month promotion in which a donation will be made to an LGBTQ+ campaign for every Ch’King sandwich that is sold until the end of June.