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California Repeals Prop 8, Enshrines Marriage Equality
San Francisco’s ABC affiliate reports: California voters passed Proposition 3 to update the state constitution, removing the language that says marriage is between a man and a woman, NBC News projected Tuesday. With more than 43% of the votes counted, the “Yes” votes were overwhelmingly leading the race as of Tuesday night. In 2008, California voters […]
New Yorkers Enshrine LGBTQI Rights
In a victory for abortion rights advocates, New Yorkers just voted to enshrine extensive anti-discrimination protections into their state constitution—permanently insulating the rights of pregnant people, abortion seekers, and the LGBTQ community, among others, from changing political winds. Proposal 1 is one of 10 ballot initiatives to protect abortion rights that went before voters on […]
Julie Johnson just made history as the first LGBTQ+ person ever elected to Congress from the South
Lesbian Texas State Rep. Julie Johnson just won a seat in the U.S. House, beating out Republican Darrell Day and Libertarian Kevin Hale, becoming the first out LGBTQ+ person elected from Congress from the South. As a state representative, Johnson helped to kill anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and advocated for reproductive rights, and Equality PAC Cochairs Mark Takano […]
Local News
Positive Images Offers Support for Election Day and Beyond
As we approach the upcoming elections, we know that many of you may be feeling a mix of anxiety and uncertainty, especially when our rights and identities are under immense scrutiny. We want to take a moment to acknowledge these emotions and remind you that you are not alone. A medida que se acercan […]
Join North LGBTQI Families for Ice Skating in Santa Rosa Saturday
Join us this Saturday November 9th for a magical skating adventure at Snoopy’s Home Ice! The first 35 people to join this event will receive FREE admission, including skate rental. The skating session will be held from 1:15-3:30 pm. Not a big skater? No problem! Feel free to join us and watch from the Warm […]
Arts & Entertainment
“A Grand Love: Stories for Grandparents of Transgender Grandchildren” Author Janna Barkin Speaks at Petaluma Library November 16
Meet Janna Barkin on Saturday, November 16, at 10:30 am at the Petaluma Community Center! Barkin will read from her new book, A Grand Love: Stories for Grandparents of Transgender Grandchildren, followed by a Q&A.
“White Christmas” Opens at 6th Street Playhouse November 22
Paramount Pictures’ box office smash hit film ‘White Christmas’ is still a family favorite after 70 years! This holiday season, 6th Street Playhouse brings you the captivating stage musical. Big production numbers and classic Irving Berlin songs, including “White Christmas” and “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” help tell a heartwarming story. With […]
State News
California Repeals Prop 8, Enshrines Marriage Equality
San Francisco’s ABC affiliate reports: California voters passed Proposition 3 to update the state constitution, removing the language that says marriage is between a man and a woman, NBC News projected Tuesday. With more than 43% of the votes counted, the “Yes” votes were overwhelmingly leading the race as of Tuesday night. In 2008, California voters […]
Equality California Institute releases 2024 Safe and Supportive Schools Report Card
Equality California Institute, the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, has published its 2024 Safe and Supportive Schools Report Card, evaluating LGBTQ+ policies and programs from the 146 school districts that participated this year. The data, collected via the self-reported Equality California Institute’s Safe and Supportive Schools Survey, was sent to all 345 Unified […]
