Revelation of San Jose State trans volleyball player sparks forfeits from opponents
San Jose State University officials said via an emailed statement, that the school is in-line with Mountain West and NCAA rules relating to the participation of a reportedly trans athlete on the school's women's volleyball team. So far, three schools have declined to compete against SJSU, instead having the matches either listed as cancelations or forfeitures.
San Jose State University officials said via an emailed statement, that the school is in-line with Mountain West and NCAA rules relating to the participation of a reportedly trans athlete on the school's women's volleyball team. So far, three schools have declined to compete against SJSU, instead having the matches either listed as cancelations or forfeitures.
San Francisco supervisors want to expedite gay bathhouse revival
Gay bathhouses in San Francisco could see a revival under new legislation spearheaded by District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman.
Gay bathhouses in San Francisco could see a revival under new legislation spearheaded by District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman.
Transgender teacher's discussion with students angers some parents in South Bay
The union says the teacher has not veered away from approved curriculum and is simply being inclusive but some parents disagree.
The union says the teacher has not veered away from approved curriculum and is simply being inclusive but some parents disagree.
California is 1st state to bar school districts from requiring staff to notify parents of gender changes
California became the first U.S. state to bar school districts from requiring staff to notify parents of their child’s gender identification change under a law signed Monday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California became the first U.S. state to bar school districts from requiring staff to notify parents of their child’s gender identification change under a law signed Monday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Anti-LGBTQ hate incidents continue to rise in California
Overall, hate crimes decreased by over 7% from 2022 to 2023 but hate events or incidents continue to rise.
Overall, hate crimes decreased by over 7% from 2022 to 2023 but hate events or incidents continue to rise.
Thousands take to streets for final day of SF Pride
All across San Francisco on Sunday, thousands took to the streets to mark the final day of SF Pride. From the annual parade, to the festivities outside City Hall, and the dazzling rainbow flag lighting up Market Street, this year's Pride did not disappoint.
All across San Francisco on Sunday, thousands took to the streets to mark the final day of SF Pride. From the annual parade, to the festivities outside City Hall, and the dazzling rainbow flag lighting up Market Street, this year's Pride did not disappoint.
Thousands celebrate 54th annual San Francisco Pride Parade
The 54th annual San Francisco Pride Parade kicked off Sunday morning along Market Street. 50,000 marchers and more than 200 contingents participated in one of the largest LGBTQ celebrations in the world.
The 54th annual San Francisco Pride Parade kicked off Sunday morning along Market Street. 50,000 marchers and more than 200 contingents participated in one of the largest LGBTQ celebrations in the world.
San Francisco pride celebrations in full swing
San Francisco pride weekend includes the free festival at Civic Center Plaza, which featured several musical stages, food, and a first-ever cannabis zone.
San Francisco pride weekend includes the free festival at Civic Center Plaza, which featured several musical stages, food, and a first-ever cannabis zone.
San Francisco lights up world's largest Pride 'flag'
Friday night, San Francisco's Market Street was once again lit up from end to end with the colors of the rainbow pride flag. The lighting marked the start of the SF Pride weekend.
Friday night, San Francisco's Market Street was once again lit up from end to end with the colors of the rainbow pride flag. The lighting marked the start of the SF Pride weekend.
Pride Weekend bringing in business boom as 1 million people gather in SF
Pride weekend is underway with the city gearing up for crowds and events. Businesses in the city are expecting a boost.
Pride weekend is underway with the city gearing up for crowds and events. Businesses in the city are expecting a boost.
South SF's youngest and first LGBTQ mayor talks Pride, city leadership
As we continue to celebrate Pride Month at KTVU, we're putting the spotlight on a young, local politician who is breaking down barriers in his community. 25-year-old James Coleman is the Mayor of South San Francisco and he is one of the youngest, openly LGBTQ mayors in the country. In 2020 during the height of the pandemic, the South City native was elected to a seat on the city council. The city has a mayoral rotation cycle and last year Coleman was sworn in as mayor, becoming the youngest and first openly LGBTQ mayor of South San Francisco. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by Mayor Coleman for more on his big plans for the future and for his city.
As we continue to celebrate Pride Month at KTVU, we're putting the spotlight on a young, local politician who is breaking down barriers in his community. 25-year-old James Coleman is the Mayor of South San Francisco and he is one of the youngest, openly LGBTQ mayors in the country. In 2020 during the height of the pandemic, the South City native was elected to a seat on the city council. The city has a mayoral rotation cycle and last year Coleman was sworn in as mayor, becoming the youngest and first openly LGBTQ mayor of South San Francisco. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by Mayor Coleman for more on his big plans for the future and for his city.
San Francisco police announce full deployment for many weekend events
A million people are expected in the city this weekend. In addition to SF Pride, several other events are happening that are likely to keep first responders busy. In front of the Harvey Milk Plaza at Market Street and Castro, city leaders, including the chief of police, came out to discuss safety for this weekend’s events.
A million people are expected in the city this weekend. In addition to SF Pride, several other events are happening that are likely to keep first responders busy. In front of the Harvey Milk Plaza at Market Street and Castro, city leaders, including the chief of police, came out to discuss safety for this weekend’s events.
Bay Area 25-year-old is one of the youngest, LGBTQ mayors in U.S.
At 25 years old, South San Francisco Mayor James Coleman is one of the youngest, openly LGBTQ mayors in the country.
At 25 years old, South San Francisco Mayor James Coleman is one of the youngest, openly LGBTQ mayors in the country.
San Francisco Pride: Preparing for the city's biggest event of the year
As dozens of rainbow flags blew in the wind up and down the street, enthusiasm for Pride Month was evident all along Castro Street and throughout the neighborhood. Businesses, visitors, and residents are all getting ready for one of the biggest events of the year in the city.
As dozens of rainbow flags blew in the wind up and down the street, enthusiasm for Pride Month was evident all along Castro Street and throughout the neighborhood. Businesses, visitors, and residents are all getting ready for one of the biggest events of the year in the city.
Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
Here are several LGBTQ historic residences that you can visit now
These historic places were home to some of the notable trailblazers from the LGBTQ community. See the list.
These historic places were home to some of the notable trailblazers from the LGBTQ community. See the list.
Mark Hopkins Hotel has largest Pride flag
The hotel said that at 20 feet by 38 feet, it's the largest Pride flag in the city – a full eight feet longer than the Pride flag in the Castro.
The hotel said that at 20 feet by 38 feet, it's the largest Pride flag in the city – a full eight feet longer than the Pride flag in the Castro.
SFO opens final phase of Harvey Milk Terminal to travelers
The final phases of the renovation of the Harvey Milk Terminal have been completed at San Francisco International Airport.
The final phases of the renovation of the Harvey Milk Terminal have been completed at San Francisco International Airport.
Fremont hosts first-ever Pride Fair to celebrate LGBTQ community
Dozens turned out to celebrate the LGBTQ community at Fremont's first-ever pride fair. Festivities included live entertainment, a free speech zone, food and drink, and drag bingo.
Dozens turned out to celebrate the LGBTQ community at Fremont's first-ever pride fair. Festivities included live entertainment, a free speech zone, food and drink, and drag bingo.
Queer Women of Color Film Festival celebrates 20 years in San Francisco
An underrepresented group in Hollywood took a leading role in San Francisco at the 20th annual Queer Women of Color Film Festival.
An underrepresented group in Hollywood took a leading role in San Francisco at the 20th annual Queer Women of Color Film Festival.