Images by Bay Times Contributing Photographer Jerome Parmer Show Federal Agent Shooting LGBTQ+ Advocate
Key details of the shooting of prominent LGBTQ+ advocate Reverend Jorge Bautista by a federal agent on October 23, 2025, are revealed in images taken by San Francisco Bay Times contributing photographer Jerome Parmer. The shooting that injured Rev. Bautista, who is the Race Equity Coordinator at…
New Conservatory Theatre Center Founding Artistic Director Ed Decker to Pass Leadership Torch to Ben Villegas Randle
After 45 years of groundbreaking leadership, New Conservatory Theatre Center’s (NCTC) Founding Artistic Director Ed Decker will step down in January 2026 and pass the torch to longtime collaborator and current Artistic Associate Ben Villegas Randle. Randle’s deep roots at NCTC as a Stage Director and former…
Olga Talamante and Rev. Miguel Bustos to Co-Emcee Honoring LGBTQ+ Bay Area Latine Leaders on October 24, 2025
With co-producer Olga Talamante, the San Francisco Bay Times will present the inaugural Honoring LGBTQ+ Bay Area Latine Leaders on October 24, 2025, from 6 pm–8:30 pm in the Mission District. Talamante will co-emcee the event with Rev. Miguel Bustos. Both are legendary leaders in their own…
The ‘Right to Offend’ and the Legacy of Charlie Kirk
The day before right-wing activist and Turning Point USA Co-Founder Charlie Kirk was assassinated on September 10, 2025, he texted the following to civil rights advocate and CNN host Van Jones: “Hey, Van, I mean it, I’d love to have you on my show to have a…
The Valkyries Queer Lovefest Continues as Team Heads to Playoffs
Now heading into the WNBA playoffs, the Golden State Valkyries in mere months have become one of the most successful, lucrative teams in women’s sports. The passion and devotion of their fan base is arguably the strongest and most evident in the entire world of sports. Like…
Preview of Cam #5 of the Castro Street Cam
A one-night-only preview of Cam 5 of the Castro Street Cam took place on October 31, 2025, capturing Halloween celebrations that coincided this year with the Castro Night Market. This new Cam—highlighting The Castro—will become a permanent part of the Castro Street Cam system in early 2026,…
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Images Document East Bay Clash Between Clergy, Protestors, and Federal Agents Over Trump Immigration Crackdown
Photos by Jerome Parmer On October 23, 2025, a large vigil and protest against a planned federal immigration crackdown took place at the…
La Connessa: A Bistro Beauty
By David Landis, The Gay Gourmet – Aren’t we lucky to live in San Francisco? The natural beauty and light, the…
Visit the Castro Farmers’ Market Before Its Seasonal Closure on November 19
By Stella Singer – The Castro Farmers’ Market is nearing its seasonal closure on November 19, 2025. Enjoy the variety of…
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