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At a community meeting, an SF Rec and Parks official stated that restoring the Vaillancourt Fountain exceeds the project's budget due to its hazardous condition and high repair costs.

The movie theater chain Apple Cinemas has taken over the former AMC 1000 Van Ness theater, which closed in 2019 and briefly reopened as CGV San Francisco from 2021 to 2023.

The "Ciao" BIGFACE pop-up will be located at the former Lucca's Italian deli and grocery site, running from July 10 through the 27th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Learn how to practice yoga in a fun, supportive class with other beginners, perfect for those who have never taken a class before.

The newly convened task force will vote whether to eliminate 34 bodies that are currently inactive, marking the first step in a commission streamlining process.

The exhibit, Past as Prologue: The Last Decade of Furniture Design by Ray and Charles Eames (1968-1978), will run through the fall at the Transamerica Pyramid.

Cody Azumi, co-owner of I Hate Records, transitioned from vocalist in Surprise Privilege to entrepreneur, creating a DIY punk den that supports the local music scene.

FiRE + iCE is an 'interactive grill & bar' that offers a nostalgic take on Mongolian barbecue, drawing on the vibrant atmosphere and entertaining experience.

Mission Bay isn't actually soulless - it's just playing hard to get. It's Cirque du Soleil defying gravity while I struggle to climb the stairs at Chase Center.

"There’s been a lot of memories," Shaff says about working with the archive. He described the process as "almost too personal."

Chimmelier's K-Fried Chicken Burger is a standout item, featuring a massive chicken thigh with kimchi thousand island sauce and pickled slaw on a bun.

The new book on San Francisco's Transgender District features over 200 images, focusing on the District's story in detail and promoting its place in history.

Last Wednesday, the Budget and Appropriations Committee voted 4-1 on a key provision of 2018's Prop C, the Our City Our Home Fund, which imposed new taxes on businesses with gross receipts over $50 million.

The sharp decline in San Francisco overdose deaths in 2024 appears to be reversing itself in 2025, with new synthetic opioids fueling a potential deadlier year.

Elixir offers an unbeatable happy hour with 50% off drinks from 4pm to 5pm, and a variety of cocktails, including classics like Irish Coffee and Pisco Punch.

The SF Bay Area Bench Collective stated that providing seating at bus stops was necessary due to the lack of accommodations for riders in San Francisco.

Chinese restaurants in San Francisco's Chinatown pioneered dishes that appeal to Americans, merging traditional recipes with local ingredients and new tastes to create a distinct cuisine.

Bobby Moore, an artist, philosopher, storyteller, and longtime San Francisco cab driver, died in Berkeley on May 21 at the age of 88, leaving behind a rich legacy.

The film 'Twinless' explores the budding friendship between two young men at a support group for twins who have lost their siblings, delving into the complexities of being a 'singlet' in a couple-oriented world.

The 42nd Annual Folsom Street Fair covers over 13 city blocks filled with over 250,000 attendees enjoying leather, rubber, and fetish attire at the world's largest leather fair.

The 2025 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival includes a diverse lineup of free outdoor events, featuring music, theater, circus, dance, poetry, and children's programs, starting May 10.

The SF First Thursday Art Walk opens 27+ galleries late at night each first Thursday from 6-10 pm, showcasing fine art in various locations.

Join the Love Island USA Finale Watch Party for free on July 13th at 4pm, complete with drink specials, games, and prizes.

Members of the Hand Bookbinders of California will present and discuss selected books from this year's annual members exhibition, offering an opportunity to view them outside the cases.

A lot of people are probably not going to come back, because they had to move on and they had to figure out their next job, and they had to figure out where they're going to go.

"For many, the move was yet another example of Trump taking a swipe at progressive values. To others, the decision to remove Milk's name... represented something more sinister: an intention, on the part of an emboldened administration, to take the LGBTQ+ community out of public view and to strike their accomplishments from the historical record."

The San Francisco Arts Commission invites community members to attend a meeting about the proposed relocation of the Robert Louis Stevenson Memorial on July 30, 2025.

A male victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound early Thursday near San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf, and details of the case are so far very slim.

Join us for Rick & Roxy's Pre-Independence Blowout on July 3rd from 9PM to 2AM with free cover all night. DJ Dilly will be spinning tunes as you enjoy the light-up dance floor at Roxy's and group games at Rick's. Celebrate the long weekend early with friends, drinks, and dancing under the disco ball.

Join us for the ultimate Summer Paw-ty at SPARK Social SF featuring over 15 local pet-centric vendors, tasty food trucks, and fun activities for pets and owners alike.

"In many ways, it's shocking to see the numbers," said Margaret McCarthy, interim executive director for Walk SF. The city's safety camera program has revealed an alarming rate of speeding offenders.

Wishing all of Streetsblog's readers and supporters an enjoyable Fourth of July holiday. Streetsblog San Francisco will be off on July 3rd and 4th.

Free Play Tuesday features all arcade games on free play with purchase from the bar. Guests can enjoy both classic and contemporary games while drinking craft beverages.

The Red Clay Strays, originating from Mobile, Alabama, are known for their blend of country and rock music, with lead vocals by Brandon Coleman.

"Ethnic studies is really an embedded part of most every SFUSD high school's academic sequence. It's not something that can be easily removed and replaced, especially on such short notice," Klafter said.

The Laundromat in the Outer Richmond serves incredible bagels in the morning with a focus on fresh flavors. Loose bagels are available with tub cream cheese, creating a popular takeaway option.