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A gay Altadena council member’s family lost everything in the Eaton Fire. He hopes your generosity will last

As the media attention inevitably begins to fade, Nic Arnzen hopes those who want to help will keep the California wildfire victims in mind.

L. A. pizzeria that hosts monthly 'Trans Pizza Party' burns down in wildfires

Pizza of Venice in Altadena announced over the weekend that it was "one of the many homes and businesses that burned" in the L.A. wildfires.

'Eat a fruit for Anita:' 10 historic Anita Bryant protest photos

Here are some historic photos of the activists who fought Anita Bryant's anti-queer crusade every step of the way.

Megyn Kelly and other conservatives attack lesbian fire chief and DEI for Los Angeles wildfires

While scientists cite an unusually dry winter combined with strong winds as the fuel behind the rapid spread of the fires, right-wing figures are instead blaming diversity, equity, and inclusion.

New Congressional Equality Caucus chair Mark Takano vows to defend LGBTQ+ rights in GOP-controlled Congress

“They’re going to try and do things in committees to tack on horrible riders to target our community, and we are planning to meet these attacks with strength and strategy,” he said.

Eight California sheriff's deputies sacked for covering up a fellow officer's attack on trans man

Emmet Brock was followed, beaten, and arrested Deputy Sheriff Joseph Benza III.

L.A. deputy sheriff pleads guilty to viciously assaulting transgender man

Joseph Benza III, 36, admitted to an incident in February 2023 where he followed a transgender man in his car for nearly two miles before brutally attacking him.

Toni Atkins on running to become California's first lesbian governor (exclusive)

Atkins, an experienced California lawmaker, has just received the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund's endorsement.

Gay police officer sues California city, claims colleagues put rotting food in his belongings and more

Oceanside Police Sgt. Tyler Peppard says he suffered retaliation after reporting the mistreatment and that city officials did nothing to stop it.

BREAKING: Nancy Pelosi hospitalized during European trip

She was admitted to a hospital to treat an injury.

California's first state-wide LGBTQ+ senior survey shows mixed experiences

The state-wide survey of over 4,000 LGBTQ+ Californians shows high levels of personal satisfaction overall but serious concerns for trans women.

Los Angeles becomes a sanctuary city for LGBTQ+ youth and immigrants as officials reject Project 2025

The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to pass the “sanctuary city” ordinance, shielding queer youth who travel to the city to receive gender-affirming care from prosecution.

Gay Rep. Robert Garcia condemns GOP’s ‘shameful’ targeting of first trans member of Congress Sarah McBride

“Why [are we] focusing on singling out one member — one new member, a freshman member of this body now,” Garcia asked.

A mother reflects on justice days after her gay son’s murderer was sentenced to life without parole

Jeanne Pepper, the mother of Blaze Bernstein, sat down with The Advocate to talk about what it means for her family that Samuel Woodward’s anti-Semitism and homophobia got him locked up for the rest of his life.

Gay Democratic Congressman Robert Garcia announces leadership bid

“I’m excited to represent our Caucus and reclaim and maintain the majority,” Garcia wrote in a letter to colleagues.

Mark Takano is leading the charge for LGBTQ+ representation and equality in Congress for 2024

As cochair of Equality PAC, California U.S. Rep. Mark Takano is working to double LGBTQ+ representation in Congress while fighting back against the rising wave of anti-trans legislation.

Queer Asian man assaulted in possible San Francisco hate crime

“He swung his fists five times, trying to hit, hit, hit,” says Pat Karaphat of the unprovoked assault in San Francisco's Tenderloin district.

Gay student assaulted after year-long bullying at California high school

His mom has been trying to get answers about the school’s anti-LGBTQ+ environment for a year without satisfaction.

California rehab employees accuse company of homophobic, racist & anti-Semitic abuse in lawsuit

The seven plaintiffs describe a toxic and hostile work environment.

A gay photographer was brutally murdered in Twin Peaks. His killers have finally been convicted

Lamonte Mims and and Fantasy Decuir, both 27, were convicted Thursday in the 2017 killing of Ed French, 71.