On Tuesday, Sept. 5, District 1 Supervisor Connie Chan will introduce a package of legislation that aims to improve fire safety and disaster preparedness in San Francisco.
Press Release: Chan’s Legislation to Improve Disaster Preparedness
Commentary: War Memorial Trustee Kopp’s Comp Tickets at Taxpayers’ Expense
A perk of serving as one of Mayor London Breed’s appointees to the San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center’s board of trustees is the availability of complimentary tickets to performances by the San Francisco Opera, San Francisco Symphony and San Francisco Ballet companies. One trustee, former jurist and growling, frequently scolding, public purse watchdog, the proud curmudgeon Quentin Kopp, has taken advantage of this perk since joining the board in October 2021, and the California Form 802 monthly disclosures listing the number of free seats he’s received needs sunshining.
Commentary: Quentin Kopp
Words of wisdom include the observation that a criminal doesn’t care who makes the laws of this country so long as they are not enforced.
Police Blotter: Sunset District, September 2023
Recent police activity in the Sunset District in September 2023.
Police Blotter: Richmond District, September 2023
Recent police activity in the Richmond District in September, 2023.
Richmond Review Crossword Puzzle #15 and Solution, September 2023
Richmond Review crossword puzzle #15 and solution, September 2023
Richmond Review Marks 35 Years Serving Community
With this October marking the 35th anniversary of the Richmond Review, Paul Kozakiewicz sure has a lot to look back on as the original owner. It is impossible to look back on the history of the newspaper without his insight. He was, and still is today, an integral part of the paper.
Legacy Business Blue Danube Serves Up ‘Cups of Good Feelings’
Nestled on the corner of Clement and Fourth Street, the Blue Danube Coffee House beckons people in with its brightly colored paint job and flowering parklet. In contrast, the interior is the definition of bohemian style – vintage furniture and eclectic decorations turn the room into a one-of-a-kind Inner Richmond gem.
Assembly: Phil Ting
Schools are back in session, signaling that summer is winding down. The change in seasons is noted in a variety of ways. On the west side, fall means it’s time for the Richmond District Autumn Moon Festival – 2023 marks this event’s seventh year and its success is a testament to how important this is to the community.
Looking Back: GG Park on Film
What’s an example of a movie filmed in Golden Gate Park that clearly showed the M.H. de Young Memorial Museum building in its second version before it was rebuilt in 2005?
Artist Brings Academy of Sciences’ Dinosaurs to Life
Splatters of paint flurry across a navy-blue apron. A thin brush slips between fingers and swashes a kaleidoscope of colors on a canvas. With sleeves rolled to her elbows, Yukari Sakura leans close and settles a careful gaze over the page. While her focus never seems to lift, a smile splashes across her face as she sees her art pieces coming to life.
Despite Pleas, Geary Blvd. Quick-Build Project OK’d
Between 15th and 25th avenues along Geary Boulevard are at least 34 empty storefronts, so it is no surprise that merchants still hanging on are under stress wondering if they might close as well.
Press Release: SFPD Seeks Suspect in Richmond District Homicide
Anyone with information about the recent Richmond District homicide on Balboa Street is asked to contact the SFPD at 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 and begin the message with SFPD. You may remain anonymous.
Photos: Outside Lands 2023, Volume 3 of 3. Photos Courtesy of Alive Coverage
Photos from Outside Lands 2023. Photos by Alive Coverage.
Commentary: Jen Nossokoff
This last week my heart stopped for a moment when I learned what a ghost stroller was – a stroller painted white as a memorial to a child who was killed crossing the street.
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