The San Francisco Board of Supervisors passed legislation 8-3 at its April 22 meeting requiring tenants, businesses and property owners to be notified about zoning changes proposed for parts of the City’s west side.
SF Planning Commission Approves Alexandria Plan
After two decades lying derelict on Geary Boulevard as a virtual tomb decorated by graffiti hieroglyphs and faded peeling paint, the Alexandria Theater building might come back to life, but this time with more than 70 units of housing.
Designer Creates ‘Living Art’ at Engrafft, His Clement Street Shop/Studio
Building a foundation for his dream, Hanneman spent more than three-and-a-half years studying art, graphic design and business at Monterey Peninsula College, all the while never forgetting the joy he felt customizing his friends’ shoes. In 2014, he launched his own brand of wearable art. He named it “Engrafft.” The title says it all for Hanneman.
Press Release: SFSU Presents ‘Requiem’ Fashion Show May 8
SFSU’s Apparel Design and Merchandising program is proud to present Runway 2025: REQUIEM. Threading together the past, present, and future of fashion, REQUIEM encapsulates the rich and broad tapestry of fashion design over time while emphasizing the diverse approaches towards the creation of apparel.
Letter to the Editor: UGH Closing Is Unsafe, Unjust and Unfair
Engardio’s recall is D4’s justified response to his secret legislation, lack of transparency, dishonest and manipulative narrative, and refusal to include and respect his constituents’ rights to participate in decisions that affect their safety and quality of life.
Letter to the Editor: Engardio’s Broken Safety Promise
… Yet today, we are still facing a police shortage. In fact, I have been informed that the retired police ambassadors he once touted are now largely gone from the Sunset, with many reassigned to other parts of the City.
Obituary: Joseph El Sineitte
Joseph El Sineitti, a beloved San Francisco native and respected local businessman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in San Leandro, California, surrounded by his loving family. He was 68.
Letter to the Editor: Open Letter to Joel Engardio
We’ve been watching – your blog posts, your press appearances, your quiet dealings – and it’s time we speak plainly. Your campaign to remake the Sunset in the image of Paris is as tone-deaf as it is misguided.
Letter to the Editor: Supporting the Recall
Supporters point to his so-called accomplishments – night markets, restoring Algebra to middle school – but these boutique wins serve only a narrow slice of District 4. What benefits everyone? Reliable transportation.
Photos of the Month: April 2025
To submit photos for consideration in the Photos of the Month online gallery, send three jpegs to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com by the 15th of the month. (If possible, send pictures resized to 150 dpi, 6″ wide.)
SF’s West Side Is the Backdrop for New Indie Film “Outerlands”
… most of the scenes are shot at locations that have been referred to as the “Outerlands” of the City, specifically the Outer Richmond and Outer Sunset neighborhoods.
Richmond District Filmmaker’s Work Premiers at DocLands Documentary Film Festival
For nearly six years, her passion project has been a full-length documentary titled, “The Invisible Mammal,” which she wrote, directed and co-produced. It is finally getting its world premiere on May 3, at the Smith Rafael Film Center, during the annual DocLands Documentary Film Festival (April 30-May 4).
Poetry: Nancy Jong
Poetry by Nancy Jong, Richmond District resident.
Letter to the Editor: Why Did Sierra Club Endorse Prop. K?
It is shameful that the San Francisco chapter of the Sierra Club supports a project that will degrade the environment and increase pollution from car exhaust. Something is very wrong there.
‘Cooking Together’: Cauliflower with Cashew Sauce
Cauliflower is a picturesque and nourishing vegetable. Cooked with a good sauce and placed in a nice bowl, it is as sumptuous as it is full of essential nutrients.
