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Presents gay-related news items in San Francisco, California, as of December 30, 2004. San Francisco's foray into the same-sex controversy; Morgan Hill Unified School District's settlement of an anti-gay bias lawsuit; Gay man Jose Cisneros' appointment as city treasurer.

Reports on the reactions of gays in San Francisco, California to the death of Pope John Paul II of the Roman Catholic Church. Offer of prayers for the pope; Preference for a place of love and forgiveness; Expression of grief on the death of the spiritual leader.

Reports on a panel discussion held on November 12, 2003, wherein defense lawyers for an White discussed the killing of San Francisco, California, Mayor George Moscone and gay Supervisor Harvey Milk by White in November 1978. Theories about the case; Jury selection in the White case; Issues affecting gays raised during the discussion; Legal strategy employed by White's lawyers.

Reports that Robin Chiang, an openly gay architect who was appointed by Supervisor Chris Daly to the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, may be unavailable to serve on the city commission. Legality of the appointment; Chiang's reaction to the appointment; Background on Chiang's city contract with Muni.

Reports that lesbian mayoral candidate Treasurer Susan Leal received the endorsement of the Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club in San Francisco, California, in July 2003. Impact of the endorsement on Leal's candidacy; Key features of Leal's political campaign; Implications on the gay community.

Reports that Equality California is sponsoring several Pride events throughout San Francisco, California, in June 2003. Initiatives to increase visibility for the civil rights movement of California's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) population; Analysis of pertinent topics and relevant issues; Implications on the LGBT population.

Highlights the 32nd annual of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Parade in San Francisco, California. Participation of several celebrities; Theme; Estimation of crowd number.

Announces the opening of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center on Market Street in San Francisco, California on March 3, 2002. Aim of the center; Reasons for selecting the area.

Features lesbian, gays, bisexuals and transgender in San Francisco Bay Area, California who made headlines in 2001. Openly gay San Francisco school board member Mark Sanchez; Ken Yeager, member of the City Council; Stop AIDS Project Executive Director Timothy Leifield.

Reports that accused American Taliban John Walker's father, Frank Lindh, is gay. Missing information about Lindh's sexual orientation from the 'Lindh family fact sheet' released by attorney James J. Brosnahan; Several media coverage on Lindh's homosexuality.

Reports on the 5th annual East Bay Pride Festival in San Francisco, California on September 1, 2001. History of the festival; Event organizers and sponsors.

The article presents the highlights of the journal's 2013 Best of the Gays readers' poll, particularly the naming of the California-based San Francisco's Pride Parade and Festival as the best lesbian, gay bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) event.

The article announces that the Castro Street Fair has received the 2013 Best of the Gays award in the best fair or festival category from the journal.

The article offers information on the International Bear Rendezvous hosted by the Bears of San Francisco in California.

The article reports on the lacking of gay candidates on ballot in San Francisco, California.

The article reports on criticisms made against the "San Francisco Chronicle" by gay bloggers and community leaders after a reporter quoted the notorious anti-gay Paul Cameron in a May 21, 2007 article about LGBT adoptions. Cameron said in his research that gays and lesbians are unfit parents, are more likely to molest children of their same sex and have shorter life expectancies among other bias conclusions. The research elicited negative reactions from gay leaders and bloggers.

The article offers information about the meeting of the San Francisco chapter of Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays which will be held on March 11, 2007 at St. Francis Lutheran Church, 152 Church Street at Market.

The article provides information about the life of gay and former resident Cornelius Washington after surviving from the Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, Louisiana. Washington has no plans in coming to his former hometown and tries to improve his career as fashion photographer in San Francisco, California. He received financial assistance from the American Red Cross.

The article reports on the celebration of the annual holiday tree lighting ceremony at Castro streets in San Francisco, California. The San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, the Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band, Gay and Lesbian Chorus and other popular local celebrities will provide entertainment during the activity.

Reports on the third fire incidents in Fresno, California. Investigation by the authorities on the two recent fires that damaged gay-owned business in the Central Valley city; Occurrence of the third fire on Sunday night October 16; Concerns of the gay leaders in Fresno that the fire incidents intentionally target their community.

Reports that San Francisco Transgender Empowerment, Advocacy and Mentorship will hold its 2005 "An Evening With Friends" benefit in San Francisco, California.

Reports that the San Francisco Gay Men's chorus has moved its administrative offices to the LGBT Community Center in June 2005. Reasons cited for the relocation; History of the chorus.

Reports that the Gay Asian Pacific Alliance will have booth at the Fiesta Filipina to be held in June 2005 in San Francisco, California. History of the alliance; Contents of the alliance's booth.

Reports on the election won by Pat Kernighan to fill the unexpired term on the Oakland City Council in California previously held by openly gay ex-council member, Danny Wan. Election results; Other candidates; Profile on Wan as the first openly gay person on the council.

Profiles Oakland City Council gay candidate Paul Garrison in California. Career history; Achievements.

Reports that the LGBT Community Center's economic development department will host "Preparing to Purschase Property" forum in San Francisco, California.

Reports on the endorsement meeting of the East Bay Lesbian/Gay Democratic Club on March 14, 2005 in San Francisco, California.

Reports on the 25th year anniversary of Cheer San Francisco, the entertaining pep squad in San Francisco, California.

Reports on three events at the LGBT Community Center sponsored by the Three Dollar Bill Cafe in San Fransicso, California. 25th anniversary of Cheer San Francisco.

Reports on the March 13, 2005 meeting of the San Francisco, California chapter of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.

Reports the announcement by the Gay Asian Pacific Alliance for a U.S.-wide call for photography submissions around the theme of Coming of Age: GAM in America.

Reports that Chevy's restaurant in San Francisco, California will donate a percentage of a party's food bill to the local chapter of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. Ways to take part of the program.

Reports on developments of interest to the GLBT community in San Francisco, California. Applications for the 2005 Emperor and Empress of San Francisco now being accepted by the Imperial Council of San Francisco Inc.; Release of a publication from the National Center for Lesbian Rights and Equality California to help same-sex couples understand the state's new domestic partner law.

Reports on Lavender Seniors of the East Bay's celebration of its 10th anniversary, with an afternoon gala for people of all ages at the Montclair Women's Cultural Arts Club. Programs and activities; Community outreach, social events and advocacy work provided by Lavender Seniors; Admission fee.

Reports that gay San Francisco, California, resident Michael Stars is seeking witnesses to an attack on September 23, 2004 that left him injured. Incident where Stars saw a woman and a man with two dogs and made a comment which angered the man who shouted at Stars who returned home; Stars' return to the scene to take pictures of the man who later punched him in the face.

Reports that the local political and community leaders are hosting a fund raising event to purchase and install rainbow flags for LGBT Community Center in San Francisco, California.

Reports that organizers have been gearing up for the second Hayward Pride event on September 18, 2004 in San Francisco, California. Time of the event; Venue of the celebration; Concept of the event.

Reports on the parenting class offered by City College of San Francisco to gays in San Francisco, California

Reports on the selection of Troy D. Perry, founder of the Metropolitan Community Churches in Los Angeles, as of the grand marshals in the LGBT Pride Parade on June 27, 2004 in San Francisco, California. Recognition for lifetime of service; Involvement in the fight for marriage equality and against other forms of discrimination against GLBT people.

Reports on the Trikone Pride dance party and parade to be held on June 25 and June 27, 2004 in San Francisco, California.

Reports on the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation's annual media Awards gala in San Francisco, California. Celebrities who are expected to attend the event; Hosting of the event by Hal Sparks of Showtime's “Queer as Folk”; Special honors for actress Megan Mullally and author Clive Barker; Ticket prices.

Reports on developments related to gays in California as of April 29, 2004. Celebration of the first ever Cinco de Mayo by the San Francisco LGBT Community Center's Latino Forum; Concert to be hold by the Oakland-East Bay Gay Men's Chorus; Commencement of the search for a star by the San Francisco LGBT Pride Committee.

Reports on the participation of Mr. Gay San Francisco 2004, Angle Dunkelberger in a charity fundraiser for the benefit of the AIDS Emergency Fund.

Reports on events planned at the 10th International Bear Rendezvous in San Francisco, California. Dinners and contests; Fund raising planned for organizations supporting the gay community; Parties.

Reports several approved bills related to gay rights in California. Enactment of the antigay marriage law; Legislation of the domestic party registry; Approval of the gay marriage bans in the country.

Reports that gay California Assemblyman Mark Leno has asked gubernatorial candidate Arnold Schwarzenegger to state his positions on a number of gay issues. Procedure of the October 7, 2003 recall elections; Gay-related legislation Governor Gray Davis has signed into law since 1999.

Highlights the Lazy Bear Weekend at the Russian River in San Francisco, California. Five-day event presented by Harry Lit and his partner, Allen Eggman; Schedule of activities.

Reports that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) residents of Marin County and their friends from the Bay Area will take part in the 'Marin Pride Celebration' in San Rafael, California, in June 2003. Range of activities in the event; Implications on the LGBT population.

Reports that Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien announced that the country will change its law to allow same-sex marriage in 2003. Key stipulations of proposed changes to Canada's marriage laws; Analysis of pertinent topics and relevant issues; Implications on the gay population.

Presents an obituary for Charles Lance, a former Mr. Louisiana Leather winner, who died on May 30, 2003. Career highlights; Cause of death.