The California Report Magazine | Fri, Mar 6 2009, 4:30 PM

Proposition 8 in Court

At San Francisco's Civic Center Thursday, emotional supporters and opponents of Prop. 8 carried signs, shouted chants and got in each other's faces. Across the street at the State Supreme Court, there was plenty of passion but much more civility as attorneys for both sides made their case. What's next for Prop. 8?

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The California Report | Fri, Mar 6 2009, 8:50 AM

Prop. 8: What's Next?

Even before the California Supreme Court wrapped up oral arguments on Prop. 8, groups on both sides of the gay marriage question were planning their next move. More demonstrations are a sure thing, and the issue could end up on the ballot again no matter how the court rules. The nature of that decision is far from clear. During three hours of oral arguments, justices seemed to struggle with how to reconcile their earlier ruling that gays have a fundamental right to marry with the will of California voters who overturned their decision.

Outside the Courthouse

A decorous tone prevailed as attorneys presented their arguments for and against same-sex marriage to the Supreme Court. Outside, though, the give and take wasn't quite so polite.

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KQED Radio News | Thu, Mar 5 2009, 5:30 PM

Proposition 8 from the Courtroom

Today the California Supreme Court considered whether to uphold or overturn Proposition 8, the voter-approved initiative banning same-sex marriage. The court must also decide the status of 18,000 same-sex couples who tied the knot last year before the passage of Prop. 8. We present the voices of demonstrators outside the courtroom, and hear about the debate inside.

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The California Report | Thu, Mar 5 2009, 8:50 AM

Prop. 8 Back to the Court

Supporters and opponents of gay marriage are gathering this morning outside the California Supreme Court in San Francisco. The court will hear oral arguments today on whether a ban on same-sex marriage approved by voters in November should stand.

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KQED Radio News | Wed, Mar 4 2009, 5:30 PM

Prop. 8 Set to See its Day in Court

A riveting legal drama is set to play out Thursday before the California Supreme Court. Seven justices will hear arguments on the constitutionality of Proposition 8, the November 2008 measure that banned same-sex marriage. What will the justices be listening for as attorneys for and against Prop. 8 make their cases?

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Forum | Wed, Mar 4 2009, 9:00 AM

Marital Arguments

On Thursday, the California Supreme Court will hold a hearing on whether Proposition 8, the same-sex marriage ban, violates the state constitution. We analyze the arguments.

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Forum | Tue, Mar 3 2009, 9:00 AM

Mayor Gavin Newsom

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom enters the national spotlight again this week as the California Supreme Court hears arguments on Proposition 8, the same-sex marriage ban. Mayor Newsom joins us in the studio to discuss gay marriage, his likely gubernatorial run and the city and county's budget woes.

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The California Report | Tue, Dec 23 2008, 8:50 AM

Brown Seeks to Void Prop 8

Attorney General Jerry Brown surprised proponents of the measure when he stated he won't defend Prop 8 at the Supreme Court. He says the ban is unconstitutional, and he's urging the Court to strike it down.

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Perspectives | Wed, Dec 10 2008, 7:37 AM

A New Conversation

The passage of Proposition 8 has many believing it's time for a new conversation -- especially between the gay and African-American communities. Brenda Payton comments.

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The California Report | Thu, Nov 20 2008, 8:50 AM

Prop. 8 to be Reviewed by State Supreme Court

The State Supreme Court is taking up legal challenges to Proposition 8 -- the gay marriage ban passed by California voters earlier this month. The court's decision is being cheered by all sides.

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