Almost two decades after the military policy that bans homosexuals from openly serving in the armed forces went into effect, “don’t ask, don’t tell” become a thing of the past today.The 18-year ban on openly gay troops was officially repealed at midnight. The change was set in motion in December, when President Barack Obama signed the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Repeal Act, which he said would enhance the quality of the military. Read More

To Pam Quiton, the opportunity to live in LGBT-friendly low-income senior housing would be “heaven.”The 55-year-old lesbian said she would leave her one-room Mission district home in a heartbeat if such a place existed. Quiton has rheumatoid arthritis and lives in a neighborhood where she has been robbed and regularly hears death threats outside her windows. Read More

A ballot measure has been proposed for 2012 that would legalize same-sex marriage in California, but it could face some surprising opposition — same-sex marriage advocates. A group led by two recent college graduates, who say they are associated with no religion nor any LGBT groups, have proposed the Civil Marriage Act of California to the Attorney General’s Office. They are still awaiting a title and summary, then will begin collecting signatures. Read More

PG&E's Kick-off Party Celebrates Pride: On Thursday at the Bently Reserve, comedian Sandra Bernhard appeared at a gathering to honor LGBT community leaders. The bash, presented by PG&E and hosted by Mark Rhoades, was a benefit for the Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund.  Spinsters celebrate at 82nd annual ball Read More