LGBTQ Fresno

Lavish Spending at GLAAD: Inside the Controversial Expenses of Its CEO

Sarah Kate Ellis, CEO of GLAAD, a leading LGBTQ advocacy nonprofit, is facing scrutiny over lavish spending and potential policy violations. Despite GLAAD’s $30 million budget, Ellis’s expenses on luxury travel, hotels, and personal home office renovations are raising concerns. These expenditures, reviewed by The New York Times, included first-class flights, stays at high-end hotels, […]

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Newsom signs first-in-nation bill banning schools’ transgender notification policies

In a landmark move to protect and support LGBTQ+ students, California has enacted Assembly Bill 1955 (AB 1955), known as the “Support Academic Futures and Educators for Today’s Youth (SAFETY) Act.” Signed into law on July 15, 2024, by Governor Gavin Newsom, this groundbreaking legislation underscores California’s commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive educational

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Tioga Sequoia Brewery Flag Saga

During the week of July 7th, Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company ignited a social media uproar when it was revealed that their director, John Ramirez, had removed the Pride Flag that had been displayed at their downtown Fresno location for years. Makenna Rae Christiansen, a bartender at Tioga-Sequoia, highlighted the removal on her Instagram story, noting that

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LGBTQ Fireworks Fundraiser

June 30th to July 4th: 10am to 10pm~ NEW LOCATION ~SE corner of Herndon and Clovis in Clovis Buying fireworks? Support the LGBT+ Community at the same time!Order online for curbside pickup or deliveryWe’re located in front of Sprout’s Farmers Market. FREE Tornado Spinners with $75+ purchase, please mention offer.*FREE pride flag just for stopping

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Attorney General Bonta Releases State of Pride Report in Honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Today, in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride month, California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a new “State of Pride Report” highlighting the California Department of Justice’s (DOJ) recent actions to support, uplift, and defend the rights of LGBTQ+ communities across California and beyond. Pride Month is a time to celebrate the beautiful strength and diversity of

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LGBT Community Network (and LGBTQ Fresno) join in support of AB 3031, SB 1491 and SB 957

On behalf of the undersigned organizations, we are writing in support of AB 3031 (Lee and Low), which will establish a statewide LGBTQ+ Commission that represents California’s diverse LGBTQ+ community and shines a light on the unique challenges that LGBTQ+ people face. The Commission will play an important role in formulating statewide policy impacting all

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