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Surf City USA bans Pride flags

The measure requires a unanimous Huntington Beach city council vote to approve non-governmental flags.

San Francisco prosecutors will seek a retrial in bondage and poppers killing of gay man

An appeals court overturned the convictions last year.

Attackers yelled antigay, racist slurs during beach party stabbing of teen boy in California

Disturbing video of the attack has been circulating among local high schools.

Watch Libs of TikTok’s Chaya Raichik exposed in stunning, cringe-worthy interview

Washington Post columnist Taylor Lorenz allowed the right-wing extremist to show how little she knows about LGBTQ+ issues, even as she rallies people against queer people.

20 photos from the grand opening of Palm Springs' older LGBTQ+ luxury community

LGBTQ+ older adults are finding more and more communities tailor made for them. A new one has opened in Palm Springs.

Kamala Harris marks 20 years since first officiating same-sex marriages and reunites with gay couple she wed

On Valentine’s Day weekend in 2004, the vice president first performed same-sex marriages as San Francisco district attorney. The Advocate spoke exclusively to a gay couple she married.

Democrat Robert Garcia calls Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene ‘insane’ after she storms out of hearing

In a heated exchange over January 6 insurrectionist support, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene hastily exited a House hearing, prompting Rep. Robert Garcia to label her behavior as ‘insane.’

Reps. Lee, Schiff, and Porter make their appeal for California U.S. Senate seat at LGBTQ+ forum

The three appeared at a candidates' forum organied by Equality California Saturday and showed support for LGBTQ+ equality across the board.

Gay Democratic reps demand Pentagon resolve cases of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ dishonorable discharges

Lawmakers have pressed the Department of Defense in a new letter for faster action on injustices stemming from the DADT policy.

San Francisco man convicted of poisoning, raping, and murdering young man adopted by gay couple

Twenty-three-year-old George Randall-Saldivar’s body was stuffed in a suitcase while he was still alive and dumped in the San Francisco Bay by Gerald Rowe and Angel Anderson, prosecutors say.

California judge blocks rule requiring police to disclose their gender identity

In response to a lawsuit, a Sacramento County judge temporarily stoped enforcement of a rule requiring law enforcement officers to report their gender identity.

LGBTQ+ group pulls Biden endorsement over 'perilous' handling of Israel-Hamas war

The Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club in San Francisco has rescinded its endorsement of President Joe Biden for the March primary.

Rep. Robert Garcia calls out ‘Trump crime family’ in House speech

The California Democrat accused former President Donald Trump and the Kuschners engaging in history’s most significant presidential grift.

Lesbian Toni Atkins announces run for California governor in 2026

Atkins enters a crowded field seeking to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is term-limited.

Laphonza Butler, first Black lesbian senator, honors young people in first Senate speech

"Young people are demonstrating their willingness to be the force, the energy, and the face of change," she said.

Out Democrat Rep. Robert Garcia goes viral with ‘Real Housewives’ Donald Trump critique

The gay congressman from California referenced a legendary confrontation on the reality-tv franchise.

San Jose council member granted restraining order against transphobic Instagramer

A court issued the order to the “ESSJ Times” owner following concerns over posts that incited hate against the LGBTQ+ community.

Sex-positive adult toy store employees file for unionization

Workers said they got bad health and safety vibes from Good Vibrations’ management.

This Florida county spent $800k to show its support for LGBTQ+ people

Broward County’s $800,000 investment in a Rose Parade float was a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, challenging Florida’s current political climate.

Gender-neutral toy aisles required under new law in California

California out Assemblymember Evan Low said he was inspired to introduce this bill by an 8-year-old girl who asked, “Why should a store tell me what a girl’s shirt or toy is?”