Longtime HIV survivor George Kelly reflects on his experience, and prepares for a special World AIDS Day art project with local students.

After a former owner logged more than 200 housing code violations, the building has been revamped for its lower-income tenants.

Tomorrow, Peaches Christ (a.k.a. Joshua Grannell) will bring a stage show themed around the famed 1975 documentary to the Castro.

Music legend Tony Bennett celebrated a joyful 90th birthday at the unveiling of the new Nob Hill statue.

The small store offers everything from shampoo to spices for Indians seeking a piece of home.

With a focus on recovering from addiction and reintegrating former prisoners into society, the community center aims to change lives in the TL.

The activists came from across Districts 8 and 9.

Hypnodrome, the avant-garde theater company's performance space, is being sold.

Up-and-coming progressive leader Temprano wants a grassroots marketing campaign to help boost the school.

A longtime editor for The Advocate and author of LGBT-centric books like 'Gay Spirit,' Thompson died last month at age 63.

Waters, a part-time Castro resident since the '60s, talked to us about the neighborhood and an upcoming Castro Theater screening of his 1970 film 'Multiple Maniacs.'

The choir, comprised of homeless and formerly homeless people and their advocates, is aiming to change perceptions.

Based on Dashiell Hammett's novel, it's considered to be one of the greatest detective films of all time.

Bay Area filmmakers Alan Snitow and Deborah Kaufman discuss their new documentary, screening this weekend at the Roxie Theater.

The Magazine's owners are willing their store to a foundation dedicated to the pioneering gay physique photographer Bob Mizer.

"I think we're in for a very rocky ride," says Mayor Lee's senior adviser on transgender initiatives.

"This will be held outdoors so anyone can simply wander up and hear provocative and engaging work from some of the best local writers of our time."

Yesterday, tenants at 1061 Market St. held a noon rally in front of their building to protest eviction attempts.

The free outdoor concert will feature Rick Stevens, Mistah F.A.B, Dakila, Lior Ben-Hur, and Hitsville Soul Sisters.

Concerned for the community as the Trump administration prepares to take office, the popular Castro bar is hosting a fundraiser tomorrow night for the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Transgender singer Breanna Sinclairé is the subject of the new documentary short which screens tomorrow.

"This store is part of old San Francisco ... You cannot open a store like this at current, market rate rents."

The chef behind the Nob Hill Mediterranean restaurant Duyna is bringing a new eatery to the Castro.

About 100 people attended a community group hug in Dolores Park on Saturday, to soothe spirits in the wake of the election.

From Jewish-Italian dinners to outdoor candle-lighting to kosher comedy in a Chinese restaurant, here are tips for eight nights of fun.

Over 100 people rallied in the pouring rain to encourage Taiwan to become the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage.

The weekly live performances use spoken word, music and dance to preserve the neighborhood’s leather and LGBTQ history.

Modern city-dwellers can step into the roaring '20s at the new interactive theater experience, featuring a bar, gambling, vaudeville, and more.

Here's what went down at Sunday's "nude in" at Jane Warner Plaza.

Charlie Chaplin, Gloria Swanson, and what's believed to be the first ever gay-themed film will all make appearances at tomorrow's one-day festival.

Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer of Grace Lutheran Church organized a candlelit vigil at Harvey Milk Plaza last night to honor the lives lost at Oakland's Ghost Ship Collective this past weekend.

Castro-based filmmaker Abhi Singh's newest film examines Vau de Vire, a Mission circus troupe forced out by development.

The author and playwright talks diversity in the Castro and her newest stage production, launching next month.

Tenants at 1049 Market are continuing their ongoing battle to remain in their homes.

Local Jewish and Islamic communities are rallying in support of refugees tomorrow afternoon at the Holocaust Memorial at the Palace of the Legion of Honor.

The documentary "The Case Against 8" will screen on Valentine's Day afternoon.

Larkin is closed between O'Farrell and Ellis as police investigate the killing of a man in his 50s late this afternoon.

The film series offers live performances, but also examines the political, social, and comedic impact of the striptease.

As President Donald Trump was inaugurated, students at the Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy marched for peace.

Jones, a Castro fixture since the '70s and creator of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, talked to us about his new memoir and the post-election landscape for LGBT people.

The society hopes to partner with a developer to take the museum from 1,600 square feet in the Castro to 25,000-50,000 square feet downtown.

After a grueling renovation process, the electronic record store is back in business on Larkin Street.

On Sunday, SF's urban nudists will disrobe once more at a noon rally to be held at Jane Warner Plaza.

Three years before Stonewall, a riot in the Tenderloin was a watershed moment in LGBT history.

The author/disability advocate was selected as one of Pride 2015's Community Grand Marshals.

Organizers hope to send the message that the president is "too chicken" to release his returns.

From family friendly festivals to boozy after parties, celebrate the jolly Jewish holiday San Francisco style at these parties around town.

Lower Polk Neighbors and the Middle Polk Neighborhood Association are joining forces to establish an LGBTQ Cultural Heritage District.

Jain, who's appeared on 'General Hospital' and in Netflix's new '13 Reasons Why,' is raising funds for TL-based Because Justice Matters.

A unanimous vote has prevented the eviction of 1049 Market St.'s residents, many of them lower-income artists.

Friends, colleagues and others marched in the Castro to commemorate the man who created the LGBT pride symbol.

Local icon and performer Lulu seeks community help after 45 years in the Castro.

A new push to help homeless youth get their GEDs would make a difference at one shelter in the Tenderloin.

City officials gathered yesterday morning to rededicate F-Market car #1051, the Harvey Milk.

There's a lot happening today on International Workers' Day—stay up to date here.

Supervisor Katy Tang and author Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff invite the community to take a tour of the worker-owned co-op.

Local show biz legend Marc Huestis looks back on 20 years of screening classic films at the Castro.

The new LGBT senior center addresses challenges faced by the local queer elder community, including discrimination and social isolation.

A crowd of more than 100 people gathered at City Hall for the raising of the Pride Flag.

Seven years after an attack that took his sight, Belo Cipriani has been nominated for this year's Pride Grand Marshal seat.

A review of Frameline's opening film, which screens at 7pm tonight.

Longtime Castro resident and activist Cleve Jones is your guide in Detour's new audio tour of the neighborhood.

Castro Cares is ramping up the neighborhood's police presence and homeless outreach efforts.

Titles at this year's festival include a 1920s film about homelessness, and the oldest surviving film made by a black director.

We interview local writer Matt Converse on his new novella and his history in San Francisco.

Residents of public housing question whether they'll be allowed to return after their buildings are sold.

Tomorrow's screening will commemorate the anniversary of SF's Great Quake.

After three decades, the local coffee shop is staying true to its community focus.

A fundraiser for a film chronicling the early gay icon will be held in the Castro tomorrow.

A conversation with Sean Ray, Castro resident, HIV survivor and AIDS/Lifecycle roadie.

The festival's trailer is a Wizard of Oz spoof starring drag icons Peaches Christ and Heklina.

A neighborhood local is bringing back the musical stylings of a bygone era.

The Castro Farmers Market continues to attract high-quality vendors and local shoppers.

The artist behind the window display shares his inspiration and perspective on the Castro.

Writer and former stripper Matt Converse discusses the places and people that inspire his murder mysteries.

While tech companies often get blamed for the soaring cost of living in San Francisco, they also suffer from it, representatives told a city panel this week.

On Saturday, several hundred people attended a Castro rally to defend Rentboy.com and call for better rights for sex workers.

For nine years, the shop has been the place to go for both mainstream and LGBTQ-oriented comics.

The 41st iteration of the annual street fair continues this Sunday in the Castro, with a special tribute to the late drag performer Cookie Dough.

The roasted-to-order coffee shop, which has locations in Berkeley and Hayes Valley, is readying a Castro location for later this year.

Meet the couple that owns popular Castro diner Orphan Andy's, in business on 17th Street for nearly 40 years.

A look back, and ahead, at the historic Twin Peaks Tavern in the heart of the Castro.

Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy students, teachers, and passersby commemorated World AIDS Day with a sidewalk art project in the Castro.

We interview Executive Director Brian Basinger to learn about the AHA history, it's mission, and the goals that lay ahead in our City's housing crisis.

In response to mass shootings and everyday violence, the Brady Campaign, United Playaz and others are teaming up to get guns off the streets.

Local politicians and activists spoke at the rally, which was organized to spread awareness and call for an end to gun violence.

Strut combines all San Francisco AIDS Foundation services under one roof for the first time.

Outer Sunset resident Mark Joseph talk music and more as his band The Missing Pieces preps for tonight's Hotel Utah gig.

Its rent is going up, but the Center, which has been providing sex-positive education since 1994, has managed to hang onto its home.

Author Jase Peeples reads from his new LGBTQ-themed children's book Square Zair Pair at Books Inc. Hundreds showed up in support after Westboro Baptist Church threatened to picket.

Scott Turner Schofield and S. Bear Bergman will share "sweet queer stories" this Wednesday evening to benefit the Center For Sex & Culture.

37-year-old actor-singer Aaron Wimmer is being memorialized at 18th and Castro after passing away suddenly on Feb. 2nd. His unexpected death is being investigated and the cause is thus-far unknown.

The new space is five times the size of the Apothecarium's current storefront, and will allow the dispensary to unite all its services under one roof.

Will Butler of The San Francisco LightHouse For the Blind chats about the organization's mission and its new home on Market Street.

Brock's "Television Theme Song Show" will highlight classic TV themes and commercial jingles.

After opening the Tenderloin gallery five years ago, Ever Gold is joining the Minnesota Street Project in the Dogpatch.

The popular video store was a lifeline for gay men in the HIV/AIDS epidemic's worst years, as well as a major contributor to the community.

Created in conjunction with the LightHouse For the Blind, Please Touch offers an oasis of peace within the shadow of City Hall.

Felicia Elizondo, a participant in the 1966 transgender riots at Compton's Cafeteria, wants the city to hold an anniversary celebration.

Since 1973, The Magazine has been the go-to place for collectors of vintage magazines and movie stills of all varieties.

The workshop will share information on affordable housing preferences for the development, which aims to welcome LGBTQ seniors.

Martuni's mainstay Vanessa Bousay, along with her alternate personality Erik Chalfant, are set to sing on the same stage for the first time.

The festival includes a documentary about Holocaust humor, the best in new Israeli film, and tributes to Leonard Nimoy and Norman Lear.

Last night, the Castro came together for a final memorial tribute to the 49 people killed in Orlando.

Meet Danielle Smith and Kimberly Verde, longtime arts publicists, and now curators of their own gallery.

It's your last chance to catch Elliot Lavine's annual monthlong festival of film noir classics, as he's leaving San Francisco after this year.

The Castro's LGBT-inclusive public elementary school is seeking local volunteers, with a training session tomorrow afternoon.

The festival reflects a recent boom in stand-up comedy in South Asia and its diaspora.

“As long as the rent doesn't double or triple, then I can stay,” said owner Teena Johnson.

Back in 1978, the self-described "gay Betsy Ross" created the first rainbow flag with the help of 30 volunteers.

While Little Free Libraries have had a mixed track record in SF, the Castro CBD is hoping to create a community of readers in the area.

"The more time you waste in the closet, the more you waste your life," said the Castro icon.

From working for Harvey Milk to the housing crisis, photographer Daniel Nicoletta's new book sums up a 40-year career in the Castro.

Filmmaker Tony Nguyen tells Hoodline about the local film festival he's presenting on Sunday.

Owner Rick Karp is in talks with the property owner at the new development.

As San Francisco's population ages, they face particular challenges: isolation, forgetfulness, and sadness.

Several merchants said Saturday's daylong bike festival will have customers rolling in.

The synagogue's new spiritual leader hopes to expand its tradition of serving a diverse congregation.

The project pays tribute to those lost to AIDS.

Locals and visitors have been finding a good new reason to visit the neighborhood.

The senator endorsed making City College free last year while campaigning with Kim.

The 78-unit building will rise next to the Bob Ross LGBT Senior Center.

"We didn't do this for ourselves—I don't want people to come by and be sad," said the store's manager.

Gallery owner Mark Slee discusses his goals for supporting the city's creative community.

This week, the Visitacion Valley resident performs his fifth holiday show at Oasis.

Co-owner and curator Francis Mill trained as an architect before pursuing a degree in fine arts painting.

The SoMa museum also announced its 2018 lineup, which highlights many Bay Area local artists.

Staffers say the 1920s era theater can compete with downtown multiplexes.

The performer discusses her career and the existential concerns facing San Francisco's creative community.

Organizers will melt down weapons turned in at next weekend's gun buyback.

Although it was shot in 1947, many San Franciscans will recognize these locations today.

The nonprofit's new Director of Exhibition and Programming previews his plans for the LGBTQ film festival.

The drive is being held in conjunction with the American Red Cross.

Since opening in 1925, the space continually operated as a theater.

"The goal is to make people feel welcome and to make new friends," said founder Dixie De La Tour.

Born in San Francisco, Goldberg was one of the 20th century's best-known illustrators.

New open-air markets at the waterfront are promoting local makers and artisans.

Singing duo Frank Silletti and Ava Vukic are dropping a new album.

The venue's ownership team includes two drag performers.

Whatever Store is one of four businesses sharing the former Books Inc. location.

While seeking a permanent home, the intimate Union Square nightclub has found temporary accommodations in the Inner Sunset.

The annual LGBTQ film festival will screen 153 films from 39 countries.

Society Cabaret cultivates performers via workshops and open mic nights.

Classically trained baritone Erik Chalfant talks about his two stage personas and his love for the Castro.

The famed drag performer and community leader is set to be skewered by an array of LGBT luminaries.

This family-owned cafe, which has been in business since the '70s, is an important gathering space for the LGBTQ community.

The nonprofit cinema, which is focused on independent, foreign and art films, is one of the oldest continuously operating theaters in the world.

In recent decades, San Francisco has gone from 150-plus video stores to just 3. But this Mission mainstay has held on.

Both supporters and opponents of Proposition C, the SF ballot measure to tax large businesses to pay for homeless services, have notched big wins.

"Expect good clean fun and a lot of bang for your buck," said a performer.

Plus, the nonprofit will be collecting donated items, like blankets, backpacks and soap.

Roughly 50,000 people are expected to attend the parade this Sunday, September 9.

A look at Castro Cares, a community-based organization which offers tangible help to the homeless.

As a musical about the disco star plays in the city, we review his legacy.

Carouba "was one of the true pioneers of adult, not just in San Francisco, but nationally," says an expert on the city's adult film industry.

Duboce Triangle producer Diana Fuller is behind "Racing to Zero," a new documentary about SF's attempts to get to zero waste by 2020.

From June 16th to 26th, Frameline will bring a total of 155 films, from 24 countries, to local audiences.

The Lower Nob Hill-based artist chats about his work and his love affair with the city that inspires him.

After losing its spot at the Hotel Rex, the popular cabaret series has a new space — and new shows — for 2019.

The brand-new film festival will screen 25 short films from diverse female filmmakers, many of them local.

The occasion is a major one for the clinic, which was forced out of its longtime SoMa space in 2016.

Best known for his star-studded Castro Theater tribute events, Huestis has written an intimate memoir about his personal struggles and triumphs.

The owners, married (and bearded) couple Rich and Cougar Andrebou, sell comics in the Castro and across the country on their new Facebook Live show