San Antonio Mayor Jones honors Trans Day of Remembrance

This year’s Trans Day of Remembrance arrives mere months after LGBTQ+ community members raised concerns about misgendering by SAPD.

by Stephanie Koithan November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

This year’s Trans Day of Remembrance arrives mere months after LGBTQ+ community members raised concerns about misgendering by SAPD.

A person carries a sign in defense of transgender individuals during a 2023 Pride rally.

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As Texas governor signs ‘bathroom bill,’ advocates warn of rising harassment of transgender people

The measure, which goes into effect Dec. 4, effectively bars trans people from using restrooms in government buildings and schools.

by Sanford Nowlin September 23, 2025September 23, 2025

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After heated debate, Texas House passes bill banning transgender people from bathrooms

If passed, SB 8 will become the most financially punitive bathroom bill in the country with a fine of $125,000 for a second offense.

by Stephanie Koithan August 29, 2025September 1, 2025

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Far-right San Antonio activist Jack Finger threatens trans women during testimony at Texas capitol

Finger made the gory remark at a public hearing over a Republican-backed bill that would restrict trans people’s usage of public restrooms.

by Stephanie Koithan August 25, 2025August 30, 2025

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Trans Texans brace for life under strict sex definition law

Texas has strictly defined man and woman, leaving trans Texans in legal limbo.

by Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune June 12, 2025July 18, 2025

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Pride flag now ‘proudly flying’ over San Antonio City Hall

Conservative commenters claimed the city’s display of the flag is ‘intolerant’ of straight people.

by Stephanie Koithan June 2, 2025June 23, 2025

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Trans bathroom bill dies in Texas House — again

Just like in 2017, the GOP bathroom bill died a quiet death after months of controversy.

by Stephanie Koithan May 30, 2025July 25, 2025

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Texas House bill would target teachers and schools that support transgender kids

The bill aims to ban children from using pronouns, hairstyles and clothing that don’t match their gender at birth.

by Stephanie Koithan May 6, 2025May 29, 2025

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Texas Republican introduces bill making it a felony to be transgender

The bill is one of several targeting the queer community this session.

by Stephanie Koithan March 14, 2025June 2, 2025

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Equality Texas to host ‘meet your trans neighbors’ event in San Antonio

The event will take place days after Trump declared at his inauguration that there are only two genders.

by Stephanie Koithan January 21, 2025June 29, 2025

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Conservative lawmakers push for review of school board group’s guidance on transgender students

Texas Freedom Caucus asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to weigh in on school board association’s guidance for navigating complex issues related to transgender youth.

by William Melhado, The Texas Tribune January 22, 2023January 15, 2025

Food & Drink

Food Truck Journey: Chef Ryan Rhys is all about change in his personal and culinary life

The transgender chef-owner of the Satisfried food truck also operates the Enzo’s Culinary Events catering outfit.

by Nina Rangel June 30, 2022August 1, 2025

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Medical, legal experts say Texas AG Ken Paxton ‘warped’ facts in opinion on transgender kids

Following the release of Paxton’s opinion, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas child welfare officials to investigate families of transgender children.

by Sanford Nowlin May 3, 2022March 21, 2024

Luminaria is taking applications to find the 200 or so artists who will display work at its latest installment.

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Transgender students in Texas would be barred from school sports teams matching their gender identity under a bill advanced by state Senate

by Shawn Mulcahy, The Texas Tribune April 17, 2021August 17, 2023

Arts

Trans Latina actress Zoey Luna casts spooky spells in The Craft: Legacy

Kiko MartinezOctober 28, 2020July 25, 2025

Music

South Texas Queer Powerhouses more eaze and claire rousay Debut New Imprint and Recording

Kelly NelsonJuly 23, 2020July 28, 2025

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San Antonio Mayor Jones honors Trans Day of Remembrance

As Texas governor signs ‘bathroom bill,’ advocates warn of rising harassment of transgender people

After heated debate, Texas House passes bill banning transgender people from bathrooms

Far-right San Antonio activist Jack Finger threatens trans women during testimony at Texas capitol

Trans Texans brace for life under strict sex definition law

Pride flag now ‘proudly flying’ over San Antonio City Hall

Trans bathroom bill dies in Texas House — again

Texas House bill would target teachers and schools that support transgender kids

Texas Republican introduces bill making it a felony to be transgender

Equality Texas to host ‘meet your trans neighbors’ event in San Antonio

Conservative lawmakers push for review of school board group’s guidance on transgender students

Food Truck Journey: Chef Ryan Rhys is all about change in his personal and culinary life

Medical, legal experts say Texas AG Ken Paxton ‘warped’ facts in opinion on transgender kids

Transgender stand-up comedian Joan Riviera Simoncelli explains what Dave Chappelle got wrong

Assclown Alert: These Texas lawmakers voted to inflict harm on transgender kids for political points

Yelp just made it easier to find LGBTQ-owned businesses in San Antonio via new search filter

Transgender students in Texas would be barred from school sports teams matching their gender identity under a bill advanced by state Senate

Trans Latina actress Zoey Luna casts spooky spells in The Craft: Legacy

South Texas Queer Powerhouses more eaze and claire rousay Debut New Imprint and Recording