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Another Arson At North Tower Circle

Almost exactly two years to the day (September 26, 2005) that the local gay club the North Tower Circle was destroyed at the hands of an an arsonist, the landmark Fresno nightclub was struck again.   Around 4:30AM on Tuesday, September 25th, 2007, an arsonist set a motor home, parked in the back lot of […]

San Diego Mayor Stands Up

The San Diego City Council recently voted 5-3 to join other California cities in supporting an overturning of the state’s ban on same sex marriage, a matter currently pending in the state Supreme Court. The case resulted from court decisions to invalidate marriage licenses issued in 2004 in San Francisco with the approval of  Mayor

Interview: Cathy DeBuono

Cathy DeBuono is one of the stars of "Out At The Wedding" , directed by Lee Friedlander, and one of the films being showcased at this year’s Reel Pride here in Fresno. Cathy, a west coast transplant from New York, started her adult life as a much sought after athlete before stepping into acting with

The Politics Of Porn

Recently I watched the documentary Inside Deep Throat, currently showing on HBO. It explores the making and release of Deep Throat , an X-Rated film released in 1972, the first pornographic film to cross over to the mainstream. Only two pornographic films had been released in mainstream theaters prior to Deep Throat, which is easily

Marriage Equality Rally

In conjunction with gatherings held all over the state of California on Tuesday, September 18, to bring about awareness of pending same sex marriage legislation, Fresno participated with a rally at the corner of Blackstone & Shaw Tuesday evening. Holding signs declaring that “We All Deserve The Freedom To Marry”, the group engaged the community

HIV Rising Among Young In NYC

The New York City Health Department has issued the following, concerning the rise of HIV rates among young men in NYC. HIV infection is on the rise among young men who have sex with men (MSM) in New York City , according to preliminary data from the Health Department. New HIV diagnoses among MSM under

High School Musical Gateway to Gay?

High School Musical has become a monster in the entertainment industry. Is it possible, however, that there’s a danger for kids watching? Is it possible this flamboyant musical wonderland is a gateway to becoming gay? Follow the link… High School Musical 

CSUF Panel Discussions

California State University, Fresno will be hosting a panel discussion on September 17th on the subjects of Gay Rights & The Constitution as well as Urban Music. Discussions are open to the public. Details below: Constitution Day California State University, Fresno: September 17, 2007 Satellite Student Union Panel Discussion:  Gay Rights and the Constitution 10:00

CA Legislature Passes Same Sex Marriage Bill

LGBT history has been made once more, as the CA legislature passed a bill on September 7, 2007, that grants same sex couples the right to marry. California’s governor must sign the bill by October 14th for it to become law, and Schwarzenegger has indicated a possible veto. He vetoed a bill with virtually the

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Available

The BULLDOG PRIDE SCHOLARSHIP FUND (BPF) at Fresno State is accepting applications for a $1,000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-09 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a Fresno State incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. The