The 23-Year Legacy of Chico’s Angels BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ALEXANDER SCHUELLER A fixture of the Silver Lake scene for over 23 years, Chico’s Angels was born from a conversation between Oscar Quintero (Kay Sedia) and director Kurt Koehler. Read more
Long Beach Pride, marking 43 years of impact, returns this month Long Beach Pride, one of the nation’s longest-running LGBTQ+ celebrations, returns for its 43rd year with the powerful theme “Fearless and Free,” honoring resilience, authenticity, and the ongoing pursuit Read more
California Strikes Back: New Bill Empowers Survivors to Sue Conversion Therapy “Practitioners” State Senator Scott Wiener has introduced Senate Bill 934, a vital move to bolster California’s defenses against the predatory and debunked practice of “conversion therapy.” As the U.S. Read more
What the 2028 Olympics Reveal About Who Gets to Belong BY NIK KACY | PHOTO BY LEON MOSTOVOY Los Angeles calls itself a sanctuary. Yet in 2028, it will host an Olympic Games that restricts the women’s category to so-called Read more
Defined or Confined? The Hidden Cost of Identity Labels BY PATRICK TSAKUDA In their provocative new book, Trans Pleasure: On Gender Liberation and Sexual Freedom, sociologist Brandon Andrew Robinson issues a bold challenge to modern social constructs: it is time to abolish Read more
FXLK PLAY Exhibition Concludes Historic Run in West Hollywood Following a monumental month celebrating the Tom of Finland Foundation’s past and present artists-in-residence, the historic FXLK PLAY exhibition at Plummer Park’s Long Hall in West Hollywood officially drew to a Read more
Why You’ve Never Seen a “Best Of” Issue in THE FIGHT BY MARK ARIEL If you look through our archives, you will find over a decade of stories, political breakthroughs, and cultural milestones. What you won’t find is a “Best Read more
Off Sunset 2026: The Intersection of Art, Kink, and Community Activism The Off Sunset Festival officially returns to Silver Lake on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from noon to 7pm. Transforming a half-mile stretch of Santa Monica Boulevard, the event is Read more
Love vs. Leverage: Anthony Bawn Explores Power and Desire in “Almost Us” Acclaimed filmmaker Anthony Bawn returns with Almost Us, a sharp, desert-set romantic comedy debuting on Watch VIM. Starring Bawn alongside a charismatic cast, the film blends heat, humor, Read more
“Manhood” Deconstructs the Business of Self-Worth BY PATRICK TSAKUDA From the visionary team at World of Wonder comes ManhooD, a provocative and unflinching documentary feature from acclaimed filmmaker and journalist Daniel Lombroso. Arriving at a volatile cultural crossroads, the film Read more
Following a successful debut, the highly-anticipated trans theatre and comedy festival, “The Joy Who Lived” (JWL), returns to Los Angeles for its second annual run through April 12, 2026. This year’s expanded program features over 30 shows, readings, and workshops Read more
Mr. LA Leather 2025 Nick Arroyo Challenges the Status Quo BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ALEXANDER SCHUELLER A lifelong Angeleno and the reigning Mr. LA Leather 2025, Nick Arroyo is a 29-year-old body piercer at Pacific Sangha Tattoo and Read more
Christopher Street West President Lawrence Carroll on Co-Parenting and Leading LA Pride BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ALEXANDER SCHUELLER Lawrence Carroll’s journey to the presidency of Christopher Street West (CSW), the nonprofit that produces LA Pride, is a story Read more
Mounderwear turns up the heat for Valentine’s Day MOUNDERWEAR is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with the launch of its new “Why You So Hot” campaign. Since its inception, the LA-based brand has stood for more than just men’s underwear. Under Read more
How California’s New Laws Shield Queer and Trans Identities As of January 2026, California has doubled down on its status as a “sanctuary state” for LGBTQ+ residents, implementing several landmark laws that specifically prioritize privacy, health equity, and youth safety. Read more
Celebrating 25 Years Of Mr. LA Leather BY MARK ARIEL As Los Angeles prepares for the milestone 25th anniversary of LA Leather Pride (LALP) in 2026, with the theme of “Cruising: On the Boulevard of Erotic Dreams”, the celebration stands Read more
Local Activist James Duke Mason Bridges Pop Culture and Politics with New Podcast BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ZIV SADE James Duke Mason, a local veteran LGBTQ+ rights advocate and the son of pop icon Belinda Carlisle and political Read more
Oceane Aqua-Black Shatters Records with Debut Album “Shame-less” Drag superstar and pop provocateur Oceane Aqua-Black has officially made history with her debut album, Shame-less. Released via So Fierce Music, the 23-track project clocks in at 83 minutes and 27 seconds, officially Read more
Setting New Year’s resolutions is a great opportunity to focus on self-care, community, and achieving personal milestones. Here are a few New Year’s Resolution tips and ideas. MENTAL WELLNESS & SELF-AFFIRMATION Focus on resolutions that center on self-worth and healing Read more
