Recent police activity in the Sunset District.
Police Blotter: Sunset District
Colorful New Mural on Taraval in Outer Sunset Honors ‘Beauty of Immigrants’
After moving to the Sunset seven months ago, Laurie Vázquez Scolari decided that the outside of her white and black house on Taraval Street and 45th Avenue, which neighbors refer to as the “See’s Candy house,” needed some extra color. Inspired by her mother’s immigration journey from Puebla, México, to California, Laurie decided to dedicate a mural to her mother as a tribute to her story, culture and strength while also making a larger statement about immigration laws.
Letter to the Editor: Reject Wasteful Recall of Engardio
Voters elected Joel to bring balance, accountability, and a results-driven approach to City Hall. He has delivered on that promise over and over again.
Letter to the Editor: Letter Short on Facts
The claims in the letter are a hodgepodge of conclusions without a shred of evidence.
Announcements: March 2025
Things to do on San Francisco’s west side in March 2025.
‘Pet Pix’: Blu, Daisy, Lulu, Mabel, Mr. Wingy
Send up to three photos of your pet to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com for consideration for “Pet Pix.” Please include your pet’s name.
Letter to the Editor: Recalling Engardio a Wasteful Exercise
Voters who are unhappy with his decisions will have the opportunity to express their belief at the ballot box in the regularly scheduled 2026 election. This seems to me the better way to go.
Commentary: Richie Greenberg
San Franciscans have been abuzz these last several months over the controversial permanent closure of a section of the west side’s Upper Great Highway. Enough so, that a recall effort has launched against District 4 Supervisor Joel Engardio for his role. But from the looks of it, average residents see little evidence a recall is being undertaken.
Legion of Honor’s Weekly Organ Concerts Complement Artwork
On Saturday afternoons at the Legion of Honor, the artwork hanging on the walls is not the only thing that is on display. Jonathan Dimmock, the principal organist at the Legion of Honor, has been captivating audiences for decades with his performances. Every Saturday at 4 p.m., Legion of Honor museum guests are dazzled by his work.
‘Daylighting’ Ticketing Plan Paused
The City is delaying plans to ticket drivers who park within 20 feet approaching a crosswalk, according to the City’s new transit agency head.
Budget Shortfall May Require Cuts to Muni Service
This summer, the San Francisco Municipal Railway is expected to cut service by 4%, due to a $50 million budget deficit, attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) claims that if these cuts are not implemented, by July the service will no longer be able to afford to replace operators and cleaning and maintenance staff.
Kilduff’s Korner By Paul Kilduff
Cartoon by Paul Kilduff.
Learning Lessons from L.A. Fires: Time is Now to Prepare
The recent fires in Los Angeles have communities throughout California reassessing their fire preparedness.
Press Release: Upper Great Highway to Close March 14
A historic oceanfront park is coming to San Francisco’s western edge, giving residents and visitors a place to walk, bike, relax, and connect with the coast like never before. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today that the park – the largest pedestrianization project in California history – will officially open on April 12.
Press Release: City Completes Key Westside Traffic and Street Upgrades
The City has completed key infrastructure upgrades to improve traffic flow on San Francisco’s west side, ensuring smoother access for residents, commuters, and visitors. These improvements lay the groundwork for the transformation of the Great Highway into an oceanfront park, creating a new recreational space while keeping the area navigable for all.
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