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West Hollywood Man Charged With Killing Dog, Burglary of Former Roommate’s Home
Burbank Mayor Faces Backlash Over Playful
Video, Cites Critics Anti-LGBTQ+ Bias
27-Year-Old Suspect Faces Animal Cruelty and Burglary Charges
After a Violent Attack
Burbank Mayor Konstantine Anthony is facing criticism from conservatives following the circulation of a video showing him being spanked by a drag queen during an event on the weekend of September 10. Anthony has responded that some of his critics are motivated by anti-LGBTQ+ bias and that the incident was harmless.
In the video, posted by the Wisenuts podcast, Mayor Anthony is seen being spanked by a drag artist, backed by the Village People’s “Macho Man.” Anthony described the events as “shenanigans” and emphasized that it was
Prosecutors have filed multiple felony charges against a 27-year-old man accused of breaking into his former roommate’s West Hollywood apartment, killing the victim’s small dog, and damaging property during the incident.
Bomb
Anmol Bhatia faces one count each of first-degree residential burglary, felony animal cruelty, and vandalism involving more than $400 in damage. Prosecutors have also alleged that the victim, who is at least 65 years old, was particularly
you about it. There is no reason to involve all of the other people who were not at a public event, not at a government-sponsored event. It
While not specifying the particular hate group in question, it is possible that Anthony was referring to the Twitter account, now known as X, called “Libs of TikTok,” which
vulnerable and that Bhatia knew or should have known this at the time of the crime.
The attack occurred around 11:30 p.m. on September 4, when Bhatia allegedly forced his way into the apartment.
Threat
Investigators said video evidence shows him violently slamming the dog to the ground, stomping on it, and then throwing the lifeless animal off a balcony onto a nearby construction site, where it was
directly via email at kanthony@burbankca. gov. He stated, “If you want to talk to me about what happened over the weekend, send me an email. Send me an email. I will talk to
later found dead. Authorities also accuse Bhatia of vandalizing property inside the home before fleeing.
Beverly Hills police arrested Bhatia on September 21 following a two-week search.
He was arraigned on Tuesday at the Airport Courthouse and entered a not guilty plea. Bail was set at $175,000, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for
October 9.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Santa Clarita Valley Democrats voiced their support for Mayor Anthony and strongly denounced the sensationalized and inaccurate portrayal of their event for political purposes that promoted fear, homophobia, transphobia, and bigotry. The Democrats reaffirmed their commitment to the LGBTQ+ community and drag performers, refusing to engage with what they referred to as “fake outrage.”
If convicted on all counts, Bhatia could face up to seven years and eight months in state prison.
The case is being handled by the Animal Cruelty Section of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and remains under investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, West Hollywood Station.
Temporarily Halts “Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero” Premiere at TIFF
WeHo LASD Detectives Seek Possible Additional Victims After Indecent Exposure Arrest
Sheriffs Say a Man Was
World Premiere of Documentary Was Screened After 20-Minute Delay
Thomson Hall, where the documentary was set to be screened.
Lung stated, “Our standard security measures remained in place during this time, and the screening commenced with a slight delay. To our knowledge, this was a general threat and not directed at the film or the artist.”
A spokesperson for the Toronto police informed CTV News Toronto that the threat had been conveyed to the festival’s private security by a passerby. “Out of an abundance
security swept the scene and cleared it within 20 minutes,” noted Constable Victor Kwong. Toronto police also clarified that the threat had a general nature and did not specifically
Arrested After Allegedly Exposing Himself to
By Dolores Quintana
a Woman
The premiere of “Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero” at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) faced a momentary setback on Saturday night due to a bomb threat.
Detectives with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station are asking for the public’s help in identifying additional victims following the arrest of a man accused of indecent exposure.
with an incident that occurred on Sept. 19, 2025. Investigators said Harrington allegedly approached a woman inside a laundry room and exposed himself before leaving the area. No further confrontation was reported.
Authorities believe there may be other victims who have not yet come forward.
Judy Lung, TIFF’s Vice President of Public Affairs and Communications, confirmed to CTV News Toronto via a written statement that the festival was alerted to an investigation “in the vicinity of the red carpet” at Roy
Jackie Harrington was taken into custody on Sept. 28, 2025, in connection
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact West Hollywood Station Detectives at 310-855-8850. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477), using the “P3 Tips” mobile app, or visiting lacrimestoppers.org.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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All-New ‘Funhouse at Pacific Park’ To Open At The Santa Monica Pier, Will Celebrate Eerie Historic Past
The ‘Toonerville Funhouse,’ originally located at Ocean Park Pier and Pacific Ocean Park amusement parks, is inspiration for the newest attraction inside Pacific Park
SANTA MONICA, Calif., (September 10, 2025) --- Guests to the all-new “Funhouse at Pacific Park” will explore a lost world of spooky, chilling, and haunting experiences.
The legendary “Toonerville Funhouse” appeared in two eras of Santa Monica amusement history – first at Ocean Park Pier in the 1920s and later at Pacific Ocean Park in 1958 – thrilling and unnerving guests for decades. Hidden away for years, its spirit has been resurrected inside Pacific Park on
the Santa Monica Pier. Over time, storms and renovations buried its memory, until the entrance to the abandoned funhouse was mysteriously uncovered inside Pacific Park. With a little polishing, it has reopened for guests as a nod to local Santa Monica history and nostalgic fun.
In all the tinkering and perfecting of the 'Funhouse at Pacific Park,' the sinister magic of coin-operated fortunetellers and the eerie presence of a dessert-wielding clown have once again been unleashed. With a sidelong glance, an animatronic fortuneteller seated inside its dusty glass cabinet lures unsuspecting guests into a dizzying adventure—one that may land them in the back of Sprinkles the Clown's ice cream truck freezer. Will guests make it out unscathed, or will they be lost in this labyrinth of curiosities for another 100 years?
The 2,800-square-foot “Funhouse at Pacific Park” includes nine mysterious rooms and attractions designed to disorient, amuse and entertain visitors with optical illusions,
tricky layouts, and unexpected surprises. From giant ice cream cones to disorienting mazes, the Funhouse offers a buffet for the senses full of unexpected twists and turns.
"Pacific Park is excited to bring a fresh take on a classic idea to the millions of visitors who enjoy the Pier each year," said Nathan Smithson, Senior Director of Business Affairs at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier. "This is a unique opportunity to honor the legacy of the original Toonerville Funhouses while crafting a future filled with mystery and awe in the all-new Funhouse at Pacific Park."
The “Toonerville Funhouses” were whimsical, cartoon-themed attractions inspired by the popular "Toonerville Trolley" comic strip, which was widely recognized in the early 20th century. The first version opened at Ocean Park Pier in the 1920s, while a second debuted in 1958 at Pacific Ocean Park, which replaced Ocean Park Pier on the same site at the end of Ocean Park Boulevard, just about two nautical miles south of today’s Pacific Park, near the Santa
Monica–Venice border. Both became icons of seaside amusement before disappearing in the 1970s.
SC Holdings, an investment firm with extensive experience in the consumer, entertainment, and hospitality sectors, acquired the operating group of Pacific Park in 2024 and committed $10 million in capital investments over the next five years in Pacific Park’s food and entertainment programs, supporting park operations and keeping it a fun and friendly destination for tourists, families, and the community.
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, LA’s only admission-free amusement park, offers 12 amusement rides, 14 midway games, Snackville with five fun food offerings and retail beach shops. Pacific Park’s signature rides include the world’s only solar-powered Ferris wheel, the Pacific Wheel, and the West Coaster, a steel roller coaster that races 55 feet above the Santa Monica Bay. For additional information and hours of operation, call 310-260-8744, visit pacpark. com, and go to Facebook.com/pacificpark, Instagram.com/pacpark or X.com/pacpark.
Tina Romero Revives the Living Dead With Queer Horror Film Debuting This Halloween
George Romero’s Daughter Makes Her Feature Directorial
Debut With a BrooklynSet Zombie Apocalypse Led by Drag Queens, Club Kids, and Queer Icons
Since the most delightfully frightful time of the year has arrived, it is the perfect time to share news of a new scary queer film that is about to send chills down so many spines this October.
George Romero, documentarian and legendary horror filmmaker, was known best for his Living Dead series. After his death, it seemed like we might never see his planned final sequel or any Romero-style zombie films ever again.
But wait, here’s the great news. George Romero’s daughter, Tina Romero, has created a new and gore-gous Living Dead tale for the new millennium and our new world, where queerness is to be celebrated and LGBTQ+ people will fight to survive the zombie apocalypse.
You can watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/A_ gUjCvASN4?si=DxiQeowSrm7b5s72
Synopsis: A zombie apocalypse breaks out in Brooklyn on the night of a giant warehouse party, where an eclectic group of drag queens, club kids, and frenemies must put aside their drama and use their unique skills to fight against the brain-thirsty, scrolling undead.
The film is co-written by Tina Romero
and Erin Judge, with Romero taking the directorial helm in her debut feature film. It stars Katy O’Brian, Jaquel Spivey, Tomas Matos, Nina West, Quincy Dunn-Baker, Jack Haven, Cheyenne Jackson, Dominique Jackson, Margaret Cho, Riki Lindhome, Eve Lindley, Becca Blackwell, Shaunette Renée Wilson, and Julie J.
The film will be released just in time for Halloween on October 24, but if you can’t wait that long, Beyond Fest will screen the film in its West Coast premiere on Sun. Oct 5, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica, sponsored by NEON. Screening courtesy of Independent Film Company. Tina Romero will be there to introduce the film and take part in a Q&A after the film with actors Nina West and Riki Lindhome. You can purchase tickets here.
$25K Grant to Support Trans Filmmakers
Film Center and Duplass Brothers
The Found Footage Feature Fund Will Fully Finance One MicroBudget Feature and Provide Mentorship
The Transgender Film Center and Duplass Brothers Productions on Wednesday unveiled the Found Footage Feature Fund, a $25,000 production grant that will fully finance one micro-budget feature by a trans filmmaker.
The initiative, announced at Fantastic Fest, requires the selected project to be completed
within one year of funding and does not involve additional development deals.
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The program welcomes all genres that leverage economical storytelling methods— such as found footage, archival, and collage techniques. Applications open October 23 and close November 7, with a grantee to be named in December, as reported by Variety.
“Sav Rodgers and I became friendly over the past few years, and once I discovered the incredible work he’s been doing with the Transgender Film Center, I just knew that Duplass Brothers had to find a way to support and get involved,” Mark Duplass
said. “I’m so thrilled to bring our microbudget found footage experience, and some of my ‘The Morning Show’ cash, to the table and see what we can do together.”, as quoted by Variety.
Beyond the cash award, the package includes private consultations with Mark Duplass and Creep director Patrick Brice; submission waivers to select festivals through the Transgender Film Center; two script consultations from Kevin Nicklaus (partner at Sandstone Artists and former SVP of development at The Wolper Organization); 15 days of post-production services from Aesthetica Post; a marketing and pitch-deck strategy session; and ongoing email support.
Choose the Right Tropical Plants Your Indoor Space
Plants, Pottery and More at Urban Jungle
Beautiful foliage and fresh air — two benefits of welcoming indoor tropical plants to your home space.
In most urban settings, access to nature and green spaces are limited. However, with Urban Jungle, a community-centered oasis that hosts a unique variety of indoor and outdoor plants, Santa Monica’s urban dwellers can welcome nature inside of their home.
Task performance, health and reduction of stress is known to improve with the addition of indoor plants, adding a touch of comfort, satisfaction and happiness to your indoor spaces.
Urban Jungle sprouted from a deepseated love for horticulture shared by the founders Tracey and Mark Marriott in 2024. The nursery is not only a sanctuary of green, but a place that helps people inspire their own environments, both indoor and outdoor, and nurture plant life.
Inside Urban Jungle is a lush slice of paradise, giving urban dwellers access to a unique variety of indoor tropical plants including pathos, snake plants, or dracaena, and Ficus lyrata, or the fiddle leaf fig. While some urban dwellers lack outdoor space, Urban Jungle invites you to adorn the inside with its selection of indoor tropical plants.
“People that don’t have a lot of yard space look to Urban Jungle to add a touch of green to their homes. Whether they are looking for another of their favorite tropical plants, or new ones, to learn and nurture, we
have an amazing selection. We help plants lovers complete their collection and make their homes feel more like home,” Tracey said. “We love answering our customers’ questions and guiding them on how to care and nurture these beautiful plants.”
While there are many variables in caring for certain indoor and outdoor plants, Urban Jungle’s expertise in raising plants is community-centered, offering customers valuable tips and guidance on how tropical indoor plants not only brighten your home, but filter and purify the air.
Many of the outdoor plants found at Urban Jungle started from the soil of the founders’ 14-acre farm in Los Angeles. Urban Jungle’s indoor tropical plants are sourced from San Diego and Hawaii. An unrivaled selection from exotic rarities to familiar favorites, Urban Jungle’s collection is diverse and hand-picked for its health and vibrancy.
In addition to its variety and selection, Urban Jungle offers a service to customers when they choose a pot for their newest home addition — potting. With a variety
of global and locally sourced pottery in various styles and designs, empty-handed customers leave the nursery with plants, pots and recommendations on where to place them.
“We have a large array of sizes and colors, on top of hand-crafted designs by local artists,” Tracey said. “Our plants and pottery are both incredibly affordable.”
Urban Jungle’s farm-to-nursery selection gives people many options. From exotic rarities to low-maintenance succulents, Urban Jungle is a green retreat for all to enjoy.
Visit Urban Jungle at 3113 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, open Monday through Friday 11 to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 6 p.m.
VISIT: Certified Plant Growers, the parent company of Urban Jungle, opened a new location in Huntington Beach! Visit 10502 Garfield Avenue, Huntington Beach, California 92708.
To learn more about Urban Jungle and follow its journey, follow @ urbanjungleplantsandpottery on Instagram.
UCLA Lambda Alumni Hosts Annual Send-Off to Welcome and Support Students
The Event Connected Students With Alumni, Resources, and LGBTQ+ Community
The UCLA Lambda Alumni Association hosted its annual Send-Off event on Sept. 20, 2025, bringing together alumni and students at the UCLA James West Alumni Center for an afternoon of networking, games, and community building.
The event featured icebreakers, UCLA trivia, and opportunities for students to connect with peers and alumni while learning about key university resources, including the UCLA LGBTQ Campus Resource Center, UCLA Career Center, and various LGBTQ+ student organizations. The
gathering also highlighted UCLA’s Williams Institute, a national leader in research on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy.
Ana Romero, Ph.D., a UCLA Lambda Alumni Association board member, led the planning and coordination for the event, working closely with the LGBTQ Campus Resource Center and Jenn Wells, Ed.D., chief of staff for UCLA Alumni Engagement.
Founded in 1989 by Doug Walters and Corinne Lightweaver, UCLA Lambda is among the nation’s oldest and most prominent LGBTQ alumni organizations. The group fosters a supportive network of LGBTQ+ alumni and allies through social events, professional networking, scholarship fundraising, and community outreach, while providing mentorship and resources to UCLA students.
This year’s Send-Off reinforced the organization’s commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment as students begin or continue their academic journey at UCLA.
Welcome to Urban Jungle
Immerse yourself in a sanctuary where nature’s tranquility meets the vibrancy of city life. Urban Jungle is more than a plant store it’s a communitycentered oasis bringing a lush slice of paradise to your urban lifestyle. Here, we passionately believe in the power of plants to transform spaces and elevate well-being.
Grammy Winner Michael Feinstein and Husband List Renovated West Hollywood Hills Home for $4.49 Million
Couple Are Selling the Sunset Boulevard Property One Year Later
Singer and pianist Michael Feinstein and his husband, Terrence Flannery, have listed their West Hollywood Hills home for $4.49 million, just a year after purchasing the property for $2.72 million, according to a listing with Douglas Elliman.
The couple, who bought the 1936-built residence in 2023, spent the past year renovating and entertaining, using the home as a green room and recording space while hosting a roster of celebrity guests. Now, they are looking to upgrade to a larger property and are currently house hunting in Beverly Hills, sources said.
The four-bedroom, four-bathroom home spans 3,623 square feet on a 0.12-acre lot perched above Sunset Boulevard, offering expansive views of the city. The main level features a spacious foyer with hardwood floors and natural light, leading to a stepdown living room with a fireplace, a formal dining room, and a lounge area with a wet bar. A chef’s kitchen opens onto a side patio and garden for seamless indooroutdoor living.
Upstairs, the primary suite includes a fireplace, two walk-in closets, and dual bathrooms, accompanied by additional guest bedrooms. The lower level houses a gym, laundry area, and ample storage.
The Hollywood Hills home is part of the couple’s extensive property portfolio.
Their primary residence, a grand Pasadena estate, is frequently featured in film and television productions, including Glee. They also own a Central Park South residence in New York City, a property in Carmel, Indiana, near the Great American Songbook Foundation, and a 50-acre avocado ranch with sweeping ocean views in Carpinteria.
The West Hollywood Hills property is listed by Idan Gould of Douglas Elliman.
West Hollywood Delivery Robot Repeatedly Blocks and Hit Man in a Wheelchair
Viral Video Shows Delivery Robot Striking Disabled Man in WeHo
Concerns about delivery robot safety have arisen in West Hollywood after a viral video showed a man with cerebral palsy repeatedly struck and blocked by one of the autonomous machines while using a mobility scooter.
The incident occurred on Sept. 12 near the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station as local therapist and disability advocate Mark Chaney-Gay was returning home from a medical procedure. Chaney-Gay said the delivery robot swerved toward him multiple times, forcing him to stop and attempt to maneuver around it.
Footage posted online shows the robot bumping into Chaney-Gay’s scooter and cutting off his path as he tries to pass along the sidewalk. The video has spread widely on social media, drawing attention to potential accessibility and safety concerns posed by autonomous delivery devices.
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Chaney-Gay said he began recording after the robot first came close to hitting
him. In a later Instagram update, he confirmed he has been in contact with Serve Robotics to discuss the incident. While Chaney-Gay has maintained a sense of humor about the encounter, he emphasized that the situation highlights serious issues for people with disabilities navigating public spaces alongside delivery robots.
West Hollywood Stabbing Victim Dies After Chaotic Pre-Dawn Brawl
Cooperating Suspect Released Pending Further Investigation
Days after a pre-dawn brawl in West Hollywood, a 20-year-old woman stabbed during the melee has died, her family said. She has been identified by authorities as Maritza Gonzalez Solis.
The fight erupted between 3:00 and 3:30 a.m. Sunday in the 800 block of Santa Monica Boulevard, near San Vicente and Robertson boulevards, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Investigators estimate 20 to 30 people were involved. What caused the confrontation, initially described as a dispute between two women, remains under review.
Paramedics transported the victim to a hospital in critical condition; relatives later confirmed she did not survive. Family members described her as the youngest of four children and the only daughter of Cecilia Solis and Armando Gonzalez. Authorities have not said whether she was a participant in the fight or was caught in the chaos.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help her family with her funeral expenses. The family said, “Maritza was known for her generous spirit and her unwavering positivity. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, and her warmth touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Her life was tragically cut short in a violent attack, leaving her family and community devastated and heartbroken.”
Deputies arrested a man in connection
with the stabbing. He was released after county prosecutors declined to immediately file charges and returned the case to detectives for further investigation, LASD said. The man is cooperating with authorities.
Detectives are reviewing cellphone video and interviewing witnesses. It was
not immediately clear whether additional suspects are being sought.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 8905500. Anonymous tips may be submitted to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.
Mirror Mirror Med Spa Specializes in Skin, Face and Body Treatments
One of the top med spas in Los Angeles is at the top for a reason: stateof-the-art, minimally invasive, customized skin care that produces real results in a safe and supportive environment.
Voted “Best Med Spa in LA 2024, Mirror Mirror Med Spa provides the optimal environment for individuals looking to embrace their ideal selves under any condition and at any stage in life.
“We are a very unique boutique medical spa that provides cost-effective treatments with cutting edge technology and a staff that comprises over 30 years of experience,” said Nadya Christian, the spa’s master aesthetician and patient coordinator. “Whether you want to sculpt your body, get a facial, Botox or fillers, we do it all. If it has anything to do with health, body, wellness and beauty, you have it under one roof.”
The spa provides a variety of customized skin care services that are designed to provide each individual with smooth, radiant skin and a renewed sense of selfconfidence. With each treatment, the spa aims to enhance each patient’s confidence and overall wellbeing.
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Mirror Mirror Med Spa offers the most advanced and effective, minimally invasive and non-invasive medical cosmetic procedures in Los Angeles with awardwinning innovation, clinically proven to reduce treatment time, recovery time, and deliver real results.
“Our boutique spa uses cutting edge technology for any body, face, skin, weight loss or sculpting procedure. You don’t have to go to different medical spas for anything else because we have it all,” Christian said.
Some of Mirror Mirror Med Spa’s most popular services include:
• Injectables for weight loss: The spa offers Semaglutide and Tirzepatide injections for weight loss, which are highly sought after and requested by patients. Semaglutide operates by imitating the body’s hormones responsible for signaling fullness, thereby reducing appetite and slowing down the process of gastric emptying.
• Restoring collagen and reducing skin irregularities without lasers or surgery: Using Morpheus8 technology, Mirror Mirror Med Spa offers this safe and effective collagen therapy treatment that uses radiofrequency technology to make your face, neck and body appear younger. The spa is one of the top providers in Los Angeles for this service.
• Skin resurfacing to treat wrinkles, scars and sun damage: Fractional CO2 lasers target the superficial layer of skin tissue and removes damaged skin, revealing younger and healthier looking skin. Using CoolPeel treatments, Mirror Mirror Med Spa safely and comfortably delivers the benefits of
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Mirror Mirror Med Spa’s highest satisfaction rating comes from its most loyal members and clients who frequent the spa and see desired and effective results. With the spa’s membership program, you can get your favorite treatments done sooner and more often. Levels of the membership and loyalty program vary, but every dollar spent at the spa earns points redeemable at the spa.
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Unlike most medical spas, Mirror Mirror Med Spa lists prices for each procedure on
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“Our clients come first, so for us, that means being transparent and listing all our prices. We work hard to provide results and exceptional service. We offer free consultation before you take the first step. It’s a very comfortable setting,” Christian said. “There’s no selling, no rush, and our caring staff welcomes everyone. We’re truly interested in providing the best results.”
Mirror Mirror Med Spa is located at 1051 Glendon Avenue Suite #112 in Los Angeles. Book your free consultation online or email info@mirrormedspace. com.
Graffiti Threats Target Long Beach Pride,
$2,500
Security Boost Announced
Supervisor Hahn Condemns Hate After Vandalism at Long Beach Pride HQ
Graffiti containing vile hate speech and threats against the LGBTQ+ community was discovered outside the Long Beach Pride office building, prompting swift condemnation from Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn and local LGBTQ+ leaders.
Long Beach Pride President released a statement on Instagram, which said, “This is deeply concerning. Acts of hate are not something we expect to see in our own front yard, in a city like ours—one where we have fought for decades to be seen, accepted, and embraced as equal members of this community.
We must remember: Pride began as
a protest. It has never only been about parades and celebrations—it is about standing up for our right to live openly and fully, to share in all the privileges and freedoms that every American deserves. And we will continue to prevail.”
Hahn called Long Beach Pride President Tonya Martin on Thursday morning to offer support and announced she would provide $2,500 in county funding to help the organization upgrade and expand its security camera system. Martin, who also serves as Hahn’s appointee to the Los Angeles County LGBTQ Commission, has been working with law enforcement to ensure the safety of the organization and its members.
“This was not just vandalism—it was a threat meant to terrorize the LGBTQ community,” said Supervisor Hahn. “Long Beach Pride has been a beacon of love and acceptance for decades, and it is devastating to see them targeted with this kind of hate.
My hope is that these security upgrades will give staff, volunteers, and community members peace of mind as they continue their important work. These are dark times, and it can feel like we are losing ground in the fight for equality. But I want every LGBTQ person in Long Beach and across LA County to know this: you are not alone, you are valued, and we will stand shoulder to shoulder with you to confront this hate.”
Long Beach Pride, which has been a cornerstone of the region’s LGBTQ+ community for decades, is working closely with the Long Beach Police Department as they investigate the incident.
Martin added, “I want to be clear: we do not respond with fear or hate toward those who commit such acts. Instead, we hold them in love, trusting that love has the power to dissolve the fear and ignorance that fuels hatred. We ask our community to join us in this spirit—because only love can drive out fear.”
Authorities have not released details about potential suspects. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Long Beach Police Department.
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