Southbound Van Ness Avenue is closed at Golden Gate Avenue while emergency crews work to clear a vehicle on its side.

Reader Steve E. spotted this Shell station snafu today.

Shortly after 10pm last night, neighbors in the Upper Haight began reporting news of a loud explosion that rattled the area.

A two-alarm fire broke out at Noriega & 22nd Avenue this evening, according to reports.

KQED reports that Synergy, the subcontractor under scrutiny for a string of gas leaks and other safety concerns over the course of the now-paused Haight Street project, has been fired by the city.

Daniel Bryan Thomas, the Daly City man who pleaded no contest to second-degree murder for the 2014 beating death of longtime girlfriend Ruby Gim, was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison Wednesday.

KTVU's Heather Holmes reports that CHP has convinced the man to get dressed, and is trying to get him to climb down.

"Alamo Square Super Bowl 50 sculpture got hit again, last night/this morning? Every part of this thing has been mangled at this point," reports tipster SF Citizen.

Cellular service is finally in the works for the underground Muni Metro, which has long been a blackout zone for coverage.

The San Francisco Zoo's newest addition, born on Saturday, is the zoo's first-ever guanaco born in captivity.

With San Francisco's canine population at around 120,000, about 32 million pounds of dog waste are produced here per year—all of it going to landfill. A new program is aiming to change that.

The 15-ft U-haul truck that had been completely loaded with all race refreshments, t-shirts and more was stolen overnight, sometime between 2am-7am today.

The SFPD is asking for the public's help to find a person of interest in the brutal beating that killed the beloved North Beach sketch artist.

The pit bull's owner fled the scene of an attack in Golden Gate Park, without providing identification.

A tale of turn-of-last-century Japanese social clubs, Jewish gymnastics classes, angry anti-Communist mobs and more.

Talbot Café has reopened with renewed energy and a fresh new food and drink selection.

Fire engines have converged on Fulton Street near Lyon, as an escalating fire has been reported.

Glass Key Photo will be closed today following a burglary that hit the camera shop.

"Finally laying new sod at Alamo Square Park!" reports tipster Deirdre C., who snapped this photo and passed it along to us via our new SMS tipline.

As anticipated, the Planning Commission has rejected the AIDS Health Foundation's bid for conditional use authorization to relocate its pharmacy to join the AHF health clinic at 518 Castro St.

"The Discount Builders Supply at 1695 Mission St. is on fire," tipster Susan P. also reported. "Appears to be the side of the building on Duboce/Division where homeless frequently camp."

Momi Toby's Revolution Cafe has shuttered after more than two decades in the neighborhood.

The BAR brings word that yesterday's Planning Commission meeting saw the AIDS Healthcare Foundation fail to win conditional use authorization to relocate its Castro pharmacy to 518 Castro St.

The mural, going up outside Kasa Indian Eatery on 18th Street, declares 'Love Is Love' with depictions of happy gay couples.

With a map featuring points of interest, profiles and events stretching from Mission Bay to Candlestick Point, the site is designed to show what's going on "in the emerging southeastern waterfront."

Traffic in the Haight this morning is slowed down at the intersection of Ashbury, where a Mission-bound 33-Ashbury bus pinned a Toyota hatchback against the curb mid-turn.

A male pedestrian has reportedly been killed after being struck by a hop-on, hop-off tour bus.

For all you dendrologists out there, we've got word that a tree fell inside the San Francisco Botanical Garden this past Sunday afternoon, as witnessed by tipster Damien S.

A man was left in life-threatening but stable condition last night after he ran into the street at Fell & Clayton.

The weekend saw three men shot to death, a woman fatally stabbed, and another man in life-threatening condition.

The Chronicle reports that the city has filed a lawsuit, alleging that the landlord "illegally crammed dozens of formerly homeless veterans into overcrowded dwellings" across Bayview-Hunters Point.

Saturday will bring an all-day tag sale in Duboce Park, followed by an evening of art and specials along the Lower Haight's retail corridor.

It's been two and a half years since Maven opened its doors, and their living wall was in need of a refresh.

Overnight campers are again lined up outside Nice Kicks (1420 Haight St.) to get first crack at limited-release sneakers.

The new 16th Street spot offers breakfast burritos, fresh juices, deli sandwiches and a whole lot more.

SFPD has released video footage of the suspect, and is seeking the public's help in finding him.

Some of the shooting victims had allegedly come to the area to "air out" a gang-related turf war, but their targets struck first.

Less than a year after setting up shop at 506 Castro St., Artís Coffee Roasters is closing its doors in the neighborhood.

Take a peek at this week's on-air segment to see what's going on around the city this weekend, from a new bakery to a family-friendly carnival.

The former Stelline and Las Estrellas storefronts are now Nightbird, which showcases the culinary talents of chef Kim Alter.

The owner of the missing bearded dragon feared that he may have been snatched by a bird of prey, but it turns out that Sticky was merely making himself scarce.

"The Coffee Cabin on Bush appears to be closing," reports tipster John H. A visit to the coffee shop at 899 Hyde St. confirmed the closure of the business, which has been around since 1997.

if you'd like to watch with your fellow citizens, perhaps with a soothing beverage in hand, there are plenty of options.

This morning marks the launch of a new shuttle service that will run between Hillway Avenue and the Embarcadero during the morning commute.

The San Francisco mainstay has held down its Folsom Street space since 1993.

The beauty chain is headed to the SoMa shopping center that also houses Trader Joe's and Bed Bath & Beyond.

Pick up something new from one of 130 local vendors, providing everything from apparel and accessories to home goods and art.

Reports are coming in of a suspicious package found on S. Van Ness between Market and Mission streets.

It's time to talk about what you like—nay, love—about the Lower Haight.

Some not-so-sweet news from Noe Valley's sugar-forward emporium.

The cozy former Philz space will become a third location for Bernie's, whose owner lives in the neighborhood.

The store's closure will come after 16 years in the neighborhood; landlord troubles are to blame.

Here's a map of the most popular neighborhoods for filming around the city over the last century.

A protest planned for 4:30pm today saw protestors assemble near the Ferry Building to protest "the criminalization of poverty" and demand action on housing.

The theft comes after the July disappearance of Noe Street's Little Free Library.

A clothesline stretched across the construction site represents the 60 tenants displaced by the destructive fire that gutted the building.

With the building on the market and rent hike on the way, Fog Hill Market owner Hanna Chedyak spent the last weeks in business slowly selling off inventory and bidding farewell to neighbors.

Know of individual do-gooders, community-serving businesses or organizations that deserve recognition?

A Lower Haight neighbor is none too happy about the recent filming going on in and around Duboce Park, and has posted a flyer urging others to join the cause.

If you'd like rub shoulders with your fellow San Franciscans, perhaps with a drink in hand, there are a variety of watch parties planned.

Two men were accosted with anti-gay slurs and pepper-sprayed outside the Fillmore Street McDonald's on Saturday night.

Security camera footage shows a man breaking the window of a Ford SUV, climbing inside, and stealing a backpack from the back seat.

The Castro, Mission, Tenderloin and SoMa will be getting a bevy of new bike share locations.

An unidentified pedestrian was struck and killed near the Market & Dolores Whole Foods on Saturday night.

Four victims were killed in a shooting incident at approximately 10pm on Friday night.

The new display showcases the work of photographer Jim Marshall, who made his name documenting musicians of the '60s and '70s.

Berkeley-based Artís Coffee is planning a new outpost at 506 Castro St.

Nosa Ria, Hayes Valley's purveyor of "quintessential Spanish foods", has quietly closed up shop.

Brace for impact, San Francisco.

Flax Art & Design is still in search of a new space, but won't be moving until mid-February of 2016 at the earliest.

A 19-year-old man was killed after being shot in Bayview just after midnight on Friday night.

Haight Street has been closed from Clayton to Belvedere this evening as the SFFD responded to a fire in the area.

Civic Center-area filming of the new Steve Jobs biopic starring Michael Fassbender and Seth Rogen is in full swing.

The fire has been contained.

Your local news reporters are taking a break, and we're turning the site over to you for the day.

Before we enter the new year, let's take a final look at Hoodline's top 10 most-read stories of 2014.

Expect more traffic, security, and general hustle and bustle in the Civic Center area for Thursday's fundraising event.

If approved, they'd be in place for a year, starting as soon as next month.

Power is out at Memphis Minnie's in the Lower Haight.

Power is out in Hayes Valley.

Here's what to eat and where to go, according to Inner Sunset locals.

Local boba tea darling Boba Guys is continuing its expansion tear.

SFFD reports a minor injury in the rollover collision, and urges drivers to avoid the area, as Van Ness is blocked.

Drone footage of the neighborhood.

In a dramatic rescue, the SFFD, SFPD and Coast Guard responded to the waters off Pier 45 this afternoon, where dozens of children were in the water.

There are again plenty of spots that will be screening the debate, along with drink specials, games, camaraderie and more.

A couple of colorful new art projects are brightening up an otherwise greyish day in the neighborhood.

A tree came crashing down on the Panhandle mixed-use path, barely missing a passing cyclist.

Grab your popcorn.

A woman was struck and killed near City Hall this morning, one hour after a pedestrian safety project broke ground.

Firefighters responding to a call discovered a mini-encampment inside the structure.

The race is on for District 5 Supervisor.

Here are some local leftovers to soak up your soggy/sunny Sunday, from a Harding Theater price slash to a new brunch in town.

Tomorrow, the city's first location of indoor cycling studio Flywheel will open its doors to the public. It will be Flywheel's Bay Area flagship; locations also exist in Walnut Creek and Sunnyvale.

We've got three fresh updates on your local eating and drinking establishments.

The much-debated recycling center was evicted and the property turned over to Safeway early this morning.

Ramen hunters, take heed: a piping hot new noodle shop has come to Japan Center.

Fans of the 153-year-old leather goods company may rejoice to learn that tomorrow, Frye will open its first West Coast retail store on Fillmore, complete with an interactive "Maker Wall."

Tipster Sean C. has clued us in to a traumatic accident that's befallen local artist Deb, as well as a way to help her out.

It's been a deadly new year so far.

With T-minus 15 days before the Nov. 8th general election, there are mere hours left for unregistered voters to make sure their voices are heard on election day.

A man was stabbed after an altercation at Haight and Clayton in the early hours of this morning.

Indie films 'Morris From America,' 'The Fits,' 'Tickled' and 'Captain Fantastic' will screen on Friday nights this fall.

Tidbits and tastes of what's going on in and around Hayes Valley.

As promised, Captain Sanford has donned a new helmet and is setting out on bike patrol.

It's time for Castro denizens to speak up.

Staff at All Star Cafe, the corner's longstanding donut shop, say it won't be closing next week.

Three events over the next two days are aimed at fostering safety and community involvement in the neighborhood.

PUBLIC has officially opened the doors of its new flagship space. Here's what they've got going on.

The annual footrace/bacchanal is coming up this Sunday.

The new enforcement and community-minded measures are designed to deter hate crimes around the city.

Just after 5pm today, a motorcyclist was killed after colliding with another vehicle.

Over the past few days, we've been hearing complaints of a change in the taste of tap water around the city.

We’re happy to report that, as of today, Wing Wings is officially open for business!

The Clement Street eatery opened in February of 2015, replacing longtime spot Mescolanza.

We've reached out to SFPD to find out if fireworks or gunshots were the culprit.

The SFMTA wants your input in deciding the look, feel and passenger experience of the new Muni Metro light-rail cars.

They came, they congregated, and they got their corgi on.

A recent escalation in shots fired in and around the Lower Haight/Hayes Valley seam has not gone unnoticed by residents, or by city officials.

Near-empty for nine years, this corner could see another mixed-use building with residential units on the way.

A man is fighting for his life after being struck while riding a scooter through the intersection of Eighth and Howard streets.

Landlord troubles may be behind the longtime grocery store's closure.

The Fast Frame building at Market, Haight and Gough is set to become the newest multi-story residential building in the neighborhood.

Calling North Beach locals: it's time for you to tell us what you love most about your neighborhood.

Bibliohead's landlord has given owner Melissa Richmond a September 30th deadline to vacate.

"In some cases these will be record-breaking temperatures and the hottest so far this year," according to the National Weather Service.

Twitterer NJT tipped us off to a power outage at Oak & Fillmore, and a look at PG&E's outage map confirms that power is out, for causes unknown, in part of the Lower Haight and Duboce Triangle.

Harlan Place will offer "healthy, flavorful, authentic food" from morning to evening.

It's time to dig deep and warm up with thoughts of what's great about the Inner Sunset.

PG&E received more than 50 calls from concerned citizens worried about the late-night stink.

Hayes Valley's largest street festival is headed back to the neighborhood next month.

Go on a miniature tour of the neighborhood with a project by Hayes Valley resident Jordan Ma.

An elderly woman was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street.

It's not in your head: there's something in the water.

We've partnered with ABC7 for a weekly segment featuring some of the most interesting goings-on coming up. This weekend it's the Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival and Autumn Moon Festival.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church is set to become a "meeting place and event venue for international thought leaders."

A very important meeting tonight, plus what's ahead for the weekend (hint: there will be free music).

Hayes Valley is prepping for a holiday lull, but there are still some tidbits of neighborhood news to share.

An update on the fire that sent one house up in flames and damaged two others just south of Duboce Park yesterday.

Here are some tasty tidbits from the neighborhood for your Labor Day weekend.

Recent sightings of a donkey roaming the Civic Center/Hayes Valley area have sparked curiosity.

"Possible break-in or vandalism," tipster Roxanne A. reported, sending along a photo of Nob Hill's Bell Tower restaurant with its large front windows shattered. "Picture is from today at 6:12am."

You may love Two Sisters, but did you know about the bar's series of cocktail classes?

The fourth weekend of ArtSpan’s SF Open Studios is on the way to a neighborhood near you.

The neighborhood's two fanciest music venues are both celebrating new seasons with glittery galas this week.

Another striking flag installation has appeared at 540 Laguna, and it's just the beginning.

Here's what to expect from Biergarten's second annual Gnome Week.

The restaurant, which celebrated its 10-year anniversary this year, will move its famously late closing time from 1am to midnight on weeknights. Will you miss its wee-hours offerings?

A man dressed in black grabbed the woman by her hair and neck, shoved her, and told her “No Latinos here” in broken Spanish.

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas 'round these parts, with cold and rain in the air and plenty of holiday-oriented activities to enjoy in the days leading up to Dec. 25th.

Volare has transformed into Haight Pizza, with new owners and menu changes on the way.

The day that many San Franciscans have dreaded is finally upon us. Here's where to make your voice heard.

A new Vietnamese outlet will open its doors in the Castro tonight.

Here's what locals had to say about their favorite spots in the Lower Haight.

The resolution at first referred to the president-elect to as an "erratic, ill-informed racist and misogynist."

Zachary Banks was attacked and fatally stabbed by five suspects near U.N. Plaza.

Today's event will include "spoken word, dance, live music, powerful speakers, prayer and a group memorial ritual in Mario's honor, using details his mother has provided."

Police located and arrested 26-year-old San Francisco resident Michael Higginbotham in Vallejo yesterday.

The resolution seeks to assuage tenants and building owners' worries about evictions and crackdowns after the Ghost Ship fire.

Not a football fan? Take advantage of an excuse to get together with friends for an afternoon of beer, barbecue, Lady Gaga and more.

A car heading heading east on Oak Street flipped onto its side between Broderick and Divisadero this morning.

Look past your presidential election hangover to the results closer to home.

It's December, and holiday preparations are in full swing. When it comes to gifts, why not make something handmade over the weekend? That idea, and more on pre-holiday happenings ahead.

Not all Trump supporters hail from far-off states.

Saturday evening marked the debut of the Rose Street Bohemian Block Party, and we stopped by to check out the scene.

The filming will take place on Linden between Gough & Laguna streets.

Portland's Salt & Straw is betting San Franciscans have an appetite for more artisanal ice cream.

SFPD reports that an unidentified man in his 50s was killed at around 4am this morning.

Some of Marlena's massive collection of Santas have again come home for the holidays.

A new restaurant is headed to 17th and Market, bringing a fresh infusion of Latin American flavors with it.

The former KJ Produce storefront is indeed set to be transformed into a Sightglass Coffee location.

Last night's HVNA meeting was held amidst a rising sense of urgency around traffic safety in Hayes Valley.

Just a few months after work on the plaza was completed, a new round of construction aims to fix improper installation.

After two years as District 5's Supervisor, Breed has been elected as Board President.

Though gone, the iconic musician is certainly not forgotten.

We've got news about a peculiar phenomenon at Haight and Divisadero.

Neighborhood breakfast and lunch go-to Kate's Kitchen has launched a new dinner menu and evening hours.

Though there are brightly lit signs at at either end of the tunnel warning people not to drive in, it's not an uncommon occurrence.

If you've noticed the perennially tough parking situation in Hayes Valley getting even worse, you're not alone.

After serving time for involuntary manslaughter, David Muñoz Diaz has been arrested on arson charges.

Firefighters are currently battling a fire on the northwest corner of McAllister and Scott.

We're seeking writers who love the fogbelt.

And now, a whimsical bit of local real estate non-news.

Crews are rushing to deal with multiple reports of downed trees, some on vehicles, buildings or blocking lanes of traffic.

The suit contends that Trump's executive order on sanctuary cities violates the constitution.

The birth of a baby in a public park was "unusual," even for local paramedics.

Another recent violent crime in Duboce Triangle has neighbors on edge.

Richmond dwellers have a new spot to grab a seat and watch the game.

The flat multi-use field on the north side of Dolores Park will close on Monday.

The Latin American tapas and cocktail bar shuttered after six years on Third Street.

It's not the first weather phenomenon in the last 24 hours that got locals drawing parallels to today's political transition. But to tipster Josh K., it was a welcome sight.

A Van Ness fixture since 1978, this venerable McDonald's location has officially closed its doors.

The restaurant and bar located inside Hayes Valley's SFJazz Center has closed its doors.

At least two fundraising campaigns have been established to help the humans (and cat) affected by last week's fire.

A large protest against Trump's immigration ban is continuing as planned.

It was a violent evening around the city yesterday.

The city's business environment made running an independent restaurant "unsustainable."

We've got a doozy of a leftovers drawer to start your Memorial Day weekend off right.

The neighborhood's eagerly-awaited cat cafe concept is targeting an early June opening.

More than 350 trees fell throughout San Francisco this week. One new stump has been lovingly carved into the outline of a bushy tree by an unknown (likely amateur) arborist.

"Guess we are moving past breaking windows!" said tipster Paul, who sent in this photo of a van, parked on Castro Street, with all four tires removed.

The 10-month-old business is the latest in a string of winter closures around the city.

As you may have noticed, it's raining.

The SFPD reports that a shooting occurred at Haight and Stanyan at 6:45pm this evening.

The Popeyes brand is moving on up, with our humble eatery the latest makeover in a national rebranding effort.

Last night saw some particularly nasty incidents of crime and violence in the Hayes Valley area.

Take at peek at the information clueing us in to what's going on around town, and share intel on what you know.

Police are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect in an August 31st drive-by attempted homicide.

Artist Mark Baugh-Sasaki has begun installing his concrete-and-steel sculpture in Patricia's Green.

The folks over at the Bold Italic are once again throwing a shindig to celebrate local commerce in Hayes Valley.

Multiple reports indicate that a male pedestrian was seriously injured.

There's no choice but to hunker down to endure—and maybe even enjoy—the relentlessly warm weather ahead.

What's brand-new, red, and full of money?

Vintage eyewear restorer and retailer RetroSpecs & Co. is now open on Gough and Grove.

The owner of longtime Hayes Valley shop True Sake has a new sake-focused neighborhood venture.

The boutique beat goes on in Hayes Valley, with both new shop gather and newly relocated shop Reliquary opening their doors.

Stelline, Gough Street's longstanding Italian restaurant, has closed up shop for a three-month renovation.

If you think there's enough construction going on in your neighborhood, get ready to readjust your definition of "too much".

Bibliohead Bookstore at 334 Gough Street is closing up shop today.

A tipster alerted us to an incident so bizarre, we just had to tell you about it.

We've got some Hayes Valley news leftovers for your overstuffed fridge.

Like doing good just as much as enjoying a good stiff drink in the neighborhood? This coming week is for you.

SPARC's plans have been controversial among some Lower Haight merchants and residents.