"Processes like the one we're witnessing today are killing new businesses and harming local neighborhoods," said owner Assaf Pashut. "I love San Francisco, but this is shameful."

The Castro faces multiple issues — retail vacancies, poor street conditions, homelessness, behavioral health issues, and more. Three neighborhood leaders discuss their plans to make a difference.

After initial designs met with pushback, State Sen. Scott Wiener has secured a grant for the Friends of Harvey Milk Plaza to hire a new design team.

A brief roundup of some recent retail and restaurant changes in the Castro.

Hoodline asked three Castro business owners how they've found success in a difficult time for retail, and how they think the city can help small business.

The 400 block of Castro, adjacent to Castro Station and Market Street, lost two unrelated businesses in the space of two days.

The hot-dog shop in the heart of the Castro is closing after five years in business.

Renovations, moves and closures are all part of the picture as the victims of the devastating blaze sort out the aftermath.

Formerly known as Whatever Store, the comic book shop was run by Rich and Cougar Andrebou for more than a decade.

In the latest development in an ongoing conflict between business owners, neighbors, and city bureaucracy, Socialhaus owner Coco Liu and Flying Falafel's Assaf Pashut must cease operations in 15 days.

Courtney's Produce, founded in 1969 and relocated to Castro & 14th Streets in 1971, is a neighborhood fixture.

A complaint has already been filed against the new business at 463 Castro, where Flying Falafel is also involved in a supporting role.

Here's the story of the station's history, from its early-1900s origins to present-day plans for a makeover.