Remembering Diego Hernandez
by San Diego LGBT News StaffA GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist with funeral expenses.Diego Hernandez, a beloved member of San Diego's LGBT community, passed away on the morning of Dec. 19,...
View ArticleHappy Holidays from San Diego LGBT News!
by San Diego LGBT News StaffAs we all know, 2020 has been a year like no other. Words can't describe how strange, challenging, devastating, frightening, and frustrating this year has been for so...
View ArticleThree new members of the County of San Diego Board of Supervisors to be sworn...
by Tracy DeFore, County of San Diego Communications OfficeThe ceremony will be held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The swearing-in of three new County supervisors will take place virtually on...
View ArticleSan Diego Community College District seeks to appoint trustee for open...
by San Diego Community College DistrictThe vacancy was created due to former-Trustee Sean Elo-Rivera's election to the San Diego City Council. The Trustees decided to make an appointment for the...
View ArticleYou can now 'Text 9-1-1' if calling isn't possible
by County News Center, County of San Diego Communications OfficeDialing 911 is still the fastest way to reach help in an emergency, but there are certain situations when texting may be a better...
View ArticleMayor Gloria creates clarity for business owners through enforcement and...
by Hillcrest Business AssociationThe order includes the possibility of fines for those who violate public health orders; parking restrictions have been loosened.Through an executive order last week,...
View ArticleHillcrest Business Association to host open house for small businesses to...
by San Diego LGBT News StaffBoard of Supervisors Chair Nathan Fletcher, City Council President Pro Tem Stephen Whitburn, and Mayor Todd Gloria's Advisor for COVID-19 response to participate.Small...
View ArticleSan Diego Pride announces 2021 theme
by San Diego LGBT News StaffThe theme will be incorporated into all of the organization's programming this year.While it is unclear at this point whether San Diego Pride's 2021 signature events will be...
View ArticleSan Diego city councilmembers ask Mayor Todd Gloria to enact an executive...
by San Diego LGBT News StaffThe request is intended to provide relief to San Diego's local restaurant industry.Council President Pro Tem Stephen Whitburn, together with Councilmembers Marni von Wilpert...
View ArticleRain is on the way, get sandbags from the County and CAL FIRE
by ig Conaughton, County of San Diego Communications OfficeWith potentially heavy rains expected around the county this weekend and early next week, the County of San Diego and CAL FIRE are offering...
View ArticleImperial Court de San Diego to forego electing monarchs in 2021
by San Diego LGBT News StaffThe organization will spend the year conducting its business via the board of directors and making plans for their 50th anniversary in Feb. 2022.Due to impacts caused by the...
View ArticleCounty of San Diego expands COVID-19 rental assistance program
by Katie Cadiao, County of San Diego Communications OfficeFunds can be used to cover rent, utilities and other household expenses.The County Board of Supervisors voted today to expand the emergency...
View ArticleCity of San Diego to restart parking enforcement following decision to lift...
by City of San Diego Press ReleaseCitations for meter and street sweeping violations to be issued starting Feb. 8.Following the California Department of Public Health’s announcement lifting the...
View ArticleNorth County LGBTQ Resource Center to host annual Town Hall Today
by San Diego LGBT News StaffThe organization plans to share information about the challenges they faced throughout 2020 and their plans for the future.The North County LGBTQ Resource Center will host...
View ArticleRemembering Brenda Watson
by San Diego LGBT News StaffBrenda was an icon in San Diego's LGBTQ community.Brenda Watson, a well known trans and LGBTQ activist throughout the San Diego community, passed away earlier this week from...
View ArticleTom Blair, well-known San Diego columnist, dies at 74
by Nicole Murray-RamirezServices are pending but will be held in San Diego, according to son Thomas Blair, III.The recent passing of award winning journalist/writer Tom Blair is a great loss.Tom's...
View ArticleCity of San Diego Public Library celebrates Black History Month
by City of San DiegoEvents include virtual programs, storytimes, release of special edition library card designed by local student.The City of San Diego Public Library has a full schedule of events...
View ArticleCity of San Diego offers low-interest rate loans to help businesses adapt...
by San Diego LGBT News StaffLoans ranging from $25,000 to $95,000 for businesses that meet criteria as part of CARES Act Revolving Loan Fund.In order to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic,...
View ArticleDirector selected for new County Office of Equity and Racial Justice
by Tracy DeFore, County of San Diego Communications OfficeThe hiring process for this new position was unique as a community panel representing a dozen groups participated in the selection.A new...
View ArticleRemembering Larry Baza
by San Diego LGBT News StaffAn iconic leader, Baza made a huge impact on San Diego's LGBTQ and arts communitiesLarry Baza, a beloved and longtime San Diego LGBTQ activist, died on Saturday due to...
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