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An exhibit that celebrates Chinese seniors' fashion sense is part of an effort to boost business in Chinatown shops hard hit by Central Subway construction.
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The new owner says she'll keep the cheap beer and variety of affordable Thai dishes, but add more draft beer and "authentic Thai street food."
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A big Super Bowl City party has the potential to disrupt transit downtown, and no one—from SFMTA to the Super Bowl 50 Host Committee—has solid answers on what the specific plans are.
The Health Department has shut down the Chinese buffet spot, whose most recent health report was a long list of violations.
Wine bar Belle Cora will host North Beach author Ernie Beyl at 7pm Wednesday. He'll read about the real Belle Cora—a famous parlor house madam—from new book Scenes from a North Beach Journal.
Tree and building lighting ceremonies abound in the northeast neighborhoods of the city. Here's your guide to all of this year's festivities.
Parks & Nature in ...
The anticipated reopening brought shrieks of joy from children on the new play equipment as neighbors greeted each other and talked.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Read about a rash of muggings for purses, cell phones and tablets this past week, along with tips from Capt. David Lazar on keeping your phone safe.
The Powell Street Safety and Sidewalk Improvement Pilot was unveiled today, closing Powell between Geary and Ellis streets (the 100-200 blocks) to most traffic for 18 months.
The small shop in the former Kara's Cupcakes space, opening in early December, will offer a taste of the Marina bakery's big new expansion.
Opposing forces in the contentious race for District 3 supervisor will come together at the site of the forthcoming Mama's restaurant to soothe tensions and rebuild friendships.
A new initiative places hanger cards on rearview mirrors to remind guests not to leave anything in their cars; the city is also putting up signs.
Neighbors have been asking for more details and outreach ever since a temporary closure of Vallejo Street was requested in early September.
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