A lawsuit against the City of San Francisco alleging the closure of the Upper Great Highway to make way for Sunset Dunes park was done improperly is moving forward.
Merchant News: Business News From the Inner Sunset
Luke’s Local Grocery held its grand opening on May 31, following a soft opening a few weeks earlier.
Poetry by Deno Gell
Originally from Chico, California, Deno has lived and worked in San Francisco since 2010. His debut collection is due out in August 2025. You can find more of his work on Instagram @thegellstudio.
Announcements: July 2025
Things to do on San Francisco’s west side in July 2025.
City Hall: Joel Engardio
San Francisco City Hall just completed its budget cycle. I was appointed to serve on the two most critical fiscal committees: budget and finance along with budget and appropriations.
@andeverything__nice: Must-Stop Shops in the Sunset
Try Studio Shop is a cozy, women-owned boutique tucked away on Irving Street at Funston Avenue in San Francisco’s Inner Sunset. Run by sisters Ari and Poy Ariyapakdee, the shop blends the feel of a curated gallery with the warmth of a neighborhood gem.
‘Then and Now’: Sixth Avenue and Judah Street
Comparison photos of Sixth Avenue and Judah Street 99 years apart.
Police Blotter: Sunset District
Recent police activity in the Sunset District.
Popular Inner Sunset Yoga Studio Expands to the Richmond
A little bit of the Inner Sunset has come to the Richmond District, with the opening of the second location of The Yoga Shala on Balboa Street at 21st Avenue.
Commentary: ‘Joel Engardio Must Be Recalled’
Joel Engardio’s tenure as supervisor of District 4 has been marked by a pattern of betrayal.
State Senate: Scott Wiener
At a time when the Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress are attempting to gut health care coverage for tens of millions of Americans, fighting for affordable health care is more important than ever.
Sunset Dunes Piano and Art Installation the Targets of Vandalism
Two pieces of art at the Sunset Dunes on the Upper Great Highway were vandalized early June 14, according to The Friends of Sunset Dunes.
Letter to the Editor: Engardio Did Not Lead the Fight to Bring Algebra Back
Let’s be clear: Joel Engardio did not lead the fight to bring Algebra back. He did not start the movement. He joined after being persuaded by community advocates, including SF Guardians, who did the groundwork.
Letter to the Editor: Questioning Engardio’s Role in Reinstating Eighth-Grade Algebra
This isn’t a letter about the recall. It is to set the record straight about Algebra I in eighth grade and Supervisor Joel Engardio’s odd claim he brought it back.
Letter to the Editor: Link to Informative ‘State of Small Businesses’ Discussion
I happened upon the live June 23 San Francisco Small Business Commission Meeting being aired on SF GOV TV. Agenda item #3 was: ‘State of Small Businesses’ Discussion when the Commission heard brief presentations from San Francisco merchant groups on the challenges, priorities, and opportunities in their corridors.
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