Arrest of journalists Don Lemon, Georgia Fort condemned as threat to press freedom
by Joe Siegel The January 30 arrest of gay journalist Don Lemon sent shock waves through the American news media. But LGBTQ editors and publishers are remaining steadfast despite the attacks on journalists and press freedom. “Authorities arrested Lemon less than two […]
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Bay Times contributor’s photo showing ICE attack goes viral
by Joe Siegel San Francisco Bay Times contributing photographer Jerry Parmer captured an unforgettable image while covering an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protest outside a military base last October in Oakland, Calif. A pastor named Jorge Bautista was shot in the […]
Streaming hit “Heated Rivalry” heats up interest in LGBTQ sports
by Joe Siegel The hit drama “Heated Rivalry,” featuring two male hockey players in a romantic relationship, has become a surprise hit, inspiring much discussion about openly gay athletes and the way they are covered in the media. “Heated Rivalry” received critical […]
Top 10 int’l LGBTQ stories of 2025: Trans travel danger depresses World Pride numbers
by Michael K. Lavers (Michael K. Lavers is the international news editor of the Washington Blade. The following story appeared in the January 2, 2026, issue of the newspaper, and appears here with permission.) The Trump-Vance administration and its policies had a […]
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LGBTQ media cannot be silent when journalists are arrested
by Leo Cusimano (Leo Cusimano is publisher of Dallas Voice, and he works with a variety of LGBTQ news and local media organizations. The following piece was first published on February 6, 2026, and is reprinted here with permission.) When journalists are […]
TRANSITIONS AND MILESTONES
(What’s happening at your publication? Let us know. Email editor Fred Kuhr at editor@presspassq.com) BAY AREA REPORTER founding publisher BOB ROSS’ former home, located at the corner of Castro and 20th streets, is being considered by the San Francisco board of supervisors to […]
Journalist groups speak out against media consolidation
by Joe Siegel The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) recently issued an open letter over fears of how media consolidation will affect local outlets and community voices. The letter is entitled, “Don’t let news consolidation silence local voices: A joint statement […]
Publishers, editors look back on 2025, ahead to 2026
by Joe Siegel Last year was a tumultuous one for the United States and its LGBTQ community. State legislatures, emboldened by an right-wing populist presidential administration, launched a relentless attack on civl and human rights. The rollback of DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) […]
Renee Good’s death by ICE a story for LGBTQ media
by Joe Siegel The murder of Renee Good by a member of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis has received extensive coverage by LGBTQ media outlets. Lavender Magazine, based in Minneapolis, reported on the Good killing on January 8, citing The […]
(What’s happening at your publication? Let us know. Email editor Fred Kuhr at editor@presspassq.com) AMBUSH, based in New Orleans, entered its 44th year of publication with its February 2, 2026, issue. BAY AREA REPORTER, based in San Francisco, entered its 56th year of […]