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SFFD trial: Drunken party led to tension escalating between Juratovac, dept. higher-ups

September 8, 2023

Reporting a drunken on-duty party that had led a paramedic not to respond to a fire call soured relations between a lesbian San Francisco Fire Department assistant chief and her colleagues, she testified on day two of her discrimination trial.

Unveiling Canada's Hidden Gem: BonusFinder's Ultimate Guide to Top Bitcoin Casinos

by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
Sep 8, 2023

In the digital age, where cryptocurrency continues to shape the landscape of online transactions, BonusFinder has emerged as a beacon of excellence for casino enthusiasts in Canada.

Pelosi announces she will seek reelection; Wiener won't run for congressional seat

by Cynthia Laird
Sep 8, 2023

Congressmember Nancy Pelosi on Friday announced that she will seek reelection next year, dashing plans for gay state Senator Scott Wiener to run for her seat in 2024.

Lesbian assistant SF fire chief shows resolve on opening day of discrimination trial

by John Ferrannini
Sep 7, 2023

The lesbian assistant San Francisco Fire Department chief suing the city claiming whistleblower retaliation and discrimination wept on the stand during dramatic testimony at the trial's opening day September 7.

US Senate candidate Lee named a grand marshal of Oakland Pride

by Cynthia Laird
Sep 7, 2023

Congressmember Barbara Lee, who is seeking the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Dianne Feinstein, was named a grand marshal of this weekend's Oakland Pride parade.

Haney unveils CA trans history month resolution

by John Ferrannini
Sep 6, 2023

The California State Assembly has proclaimed August as Transgender History Month — making the Golden State the first state in the nation to do so.

Pansy tattoo effort blooms a song

by Matthew S. Bajko
Sep 6, 2023

An anthem, of sorts, for the transgender community, and queer people in general, is blooming in an East Bay music studio with help from a former Oakland musician and songwriter now living in Ohio.

Oakland unifies for one Pride celebration this weekend

by John Ferrannini
Sep 6, 2023

As San Francisco's Castro neighborhood awaits new bar and nightclub openings, Oakland is already experiencing a renaissance of sorts in its LGBTQ scene.

Political Notebook: In US Senate race, Lee banks on LGBTQ support

by Matthew S. Bajko
Sep 6, 2023

As she crisscrosses the state vying to succeed retiring U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein next year, Congressmember Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) is banking on the support of LGBTQ voters to help her survive the March primary and advance to the November ballot.

CA schools czar Thurmond fights anti-LGBTQ policies

by Matthew S. Bajko
Sep 6, 2023

California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond will be honored by the East Bay Stonewall Democratic Club at its Pride Breakfast for standing up for LGBTQ students.

Central CA city rolls out welcome mat for LGBTQs

by Heather Cassell
Sep 6, 2023

Looking for a change of scenery, I was excited to head to San Luis Obispo for a long weekend getaway earlier this summer.

Palm Springs gears up for a busy fall

by Ed Walsh
Sep 6, 2023

Palm Springs has dried out and cleaned up after Tropical Storm Hilary last month and is gearing up for a busy fall.

Transmissions: The world has changed

by Gwendolyn Ann Smith
Sep 6, 2023

I had the best of intentions.

B.A.R.'s Bestie balloting begins

by Cynthia Laird
Sep 6, 2023

It's time for Bay Area Reporter readers to cast their ballots for the LGBTQ newspaper's annual Best of the Bay contest.

Guest Opinion: Californians should not take the repeal of Prop 8 for granted

by Lex Lazar
Sep 6, 2023

As a former first-time candidate for public office, I am always looking for the political signage that pops up on yard signs and billboards at the beginning of an election cycle, to gauge the interest of voters in a campaign or candidate.

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