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‘Free Mom Hugs’ volunteer labeled ‘groomer’ by hate group. Here’s how she responded.
A volunteer from Free Mom Hugs recently found herself at the center of a controversy stirred by Tiffany Justice, co-founder of the anti-government extremist group Moms for Liberty. On March 7, Justice took to X (formerly Twitter) to attack the volunteer with a post that insinuated supporters of Free Mom Hugs might be “groomers” for offering […]
Southern states push forward with bills ending legal recognition for trans people
The pace of anti-transgender legislation has slowed in recent weeks, with several states, known for previously targeting transgender individuals, failing to pass any such laws. However, a different dynamic is emerging across the Gulf South, where three states are advancing bills that would cease the legal recognition of transgender individuals, potentially having significant repercussions for their trans residents. Louisiana, Mississippi, and […]
LGBTQ+ voters are all in for Democrats, while anti-transgender candidates are alienating everyone: GLAAD
Restrictions on transgender rights and women’s rights are losing issues even among swing voters and those who support Donald Trump, according to a new poll conducted by Pathfinder Opinion Research for GLAAD. Also, not surprisingly, the poll found that LGBTQ+ voters are highly motivated to cast their ballots and that they favor President Joe Biden for president by a wide margin. The findings […]
Local News
Free Online Sonoma County LGBTQI+ History Class Focuses on Queer Families Wednesday
LGBTQI History: A Sonoma County Timeline 1947-2000Wednesdays 1:30-3pm. Online via Zoom through SRJC LifeLongLearning. On Wednesday, March 13, we will be looking at a history of Lesbian and Gay Families. Please contact me to enroll in this FREE class and receive a Zoom link: [email protected]
Earn an Accredited High School Diploma, Free Through Sonoma County Library
Have you been thinking about going back to school? Through Career Online High School’s online, accredited program, adults can earn a high school diploma and a career certificate, free with your Sonoma County Library card! Finish high school and receive job training in an online environment that’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are […]
Arts & Entertainment
Presley, Perkins, Lewis and Cash Are Coming Back to Santa Rosa!6th Street Stages Million Dollar Quartet March 29 – May 4, 2024
After its resounding success in 2019, 6th Street Playhouse is reprising Million Dollar Quartet. The hit Broadway musical, based on true events, was written by Colin Escott & Floyd Mutrux and will be directed and music directed by Steven Lasiter, who also plays Johnny Cash. It runs March 29 to May 4, 2024 in the […]
Celebrate St. Patrick-‘s Day with The Story Wrens at Occidental Center for the Arts March 16
Saturday March 16 @ 7 pm. The Story Wrens at Occidental Center for the Arts. Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with an evening of Celtic-flavored melodies and enchanting stories from the accomplished musicians known as The Story Wrens! With their poetic lyrics and captivating sound, The Story Wrens promise to transport you to a world of […]
State News
Lisa Middleton Advances to November Election; Could Become First Out Transgender Legislator in California
LGBTQ+ Victory Fund candidate Lisa Middleton advanced in Tuesday’s primary election in California Senate District 28, putting her on track to become the first out transgender state legislator in California history. Middleton was elected to the Palm Springs City Council in 2017 and served as mayor pro tempore in 2021. Middleton was the first out […]
Voters in a California beach town approved an LGBTQ Pride flag ban
The rainbow Pride flag and other nongovernmental banners will no longer fly on city property in Huntington Beach, California, an oceanside side community that has become a hotbed for broader culture wars. More than 58% of voters cast ballots in favor of Measure B, according to the latest tally provided by the Orange County Registrar of […]