Sculptor Leilah Babirye fled Uganda nearly a decade ago out of necessity. Being an LGBTQIA+ activist and a lesbian in a country with life-or-death anti-gay laws was dangerous.
From ‘Rubbish’ to Treasured Works of Art: Leilah Babirye at the de Young
Assembly: Phill Ting
The month of July ushers in two new state laws that I authored – both of which have the goal of making our streets safer.
Commentary: Quentin L. Kopp
I don’t know at present whether we can apply that axiom to any of the five major candidates for mayor, but we’ve got irritating practitioners of guile and political pap at City Hall, and I don’t mean Assessor Joaquin Torres, District Attorney Brooke Jenkins – who is a breath of fresh prosecutorial air of the criminal courthouse, 850 Bryant St. – Director John Arntz of the Election Department, Board of Supervisor’s Clerk Angela Cavallo, Controller Greg Wagner and Budget Analyst Fred Broussard, a worthy successor to Harvey M. Rose who has retired but still attends every Board of Supervisors meeting.
New Contract Approved for GG Park Garage Operation
The actual operation and management of the 800-space underground garage, however, will go to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) after its board of directors unanimously approved adding $27 million to its existing contract with garage operators.
Richmond Resident Is Master Sommelier to SF Giants
What is as effervescent as a just-popped bottle of Champagne and as exhilarating as a grand slam? The answer: Richmond District resident Evan Goldstein talking about his two great loves – wine and the San Francisco Giants.
Voters to Decide Fate of Upper Great Highway
This November, city voters may decide if the Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard will be closed permanently and replaced with an oceanfront park, although opposition to the ballot measure is already forming.
‘Kilduff’s Korner’ by Paul Kilduff
Cartoon by Paul Kilduff.
Commentary: Min Chang
I am a candidate for the SFUSD Board of Education
When I started my campaign three months ago, I was told that the school board race is down ballot and not many people will care or take the time to vote. I believe that this would be a mistake; the school board election this November is critical, and we cannot afford to get it wrong.
From the Editor: The Great Upper Great Highway Debate
By Michael Durand Last week, I posted this on Facebook and Instagram: The Sunset Beacon newspaper is working on a story for the July issue about the ballot measure to turn the […]
Commentary: Jen Nossokoff
The proposal to transform The Great Highway into a permanent oceanfront park is not just an idea – it’s a vision for a brighter, more connected future for our City.
‘Photos of the Month’: June 2024
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.)
‘Cooking Together’: Freekeh Salad With Bulgar and Vegetables
Freekeh (pronounced free-kah), has been a staple grain in the Middle Eastern diet for centuries, and it is now gaining popularity in the United States.
Press Release: Annual Ocean Beach Sand Relocation Project Starts June 17
Starting Monday, June 17, San Francisco Public Works will begin the annual sand maintenance activities at Ocean Beach. City crews will redistribute approximately 30,000 cubic yards of sand over the next two weeks. The aim is to reduce the likelihood of sand buildup on the adjacent Great Highway during windy weather.
Real Estate: John M. Lee
Every day I get asked: “How can I sell my home for the highest possible price? What can I do to maximize the value in my home?”
Ocean Beach Erosion Plan to Replace Great Highway at Sloat Moves Forward
The City’s plan is moving forward to replace the Great Highway south of Sloat Boulevard with a walking path and seawall to deal with erosion threatening a wastewater treatment plant and sewage pipeline at Ocean Beach.
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