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A Fillmore District affordable housing project may transform into a massive, 2,500-unit development
Freedom West Homes, the 47-year-old, 382-unit affordable development on four blocks bounded by Fulton, Gough, Golden Gate, and Laguna in the Fillmore District, may be replaced by a massive new development that will both re-house the existing co-op owners there, and create 100 more affordable units alongside 2,000 market-rate units. Read More
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A Fillmore District affordable housing project may transform into a massive, 2,500-unit development
Freedom West Homes, the 47-year-old, 382-unit affordable development on four blocks bounded by Fulton, Gough, Golden Gate, and Laguna in the Fillmore District, may be replaced by a massive new development that will both re-house the existing co-op owners there, and create 100 more affordable units alongside 2,000 market-rate units. Read More
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Despite graffiti, Tommy's Joynt owner says closure rumors are 'fake news' [Updated]
After the historic restaurant was vandalized, closure rumors spread. But its owner says they're untrue. Read More
San Francisco Japantown Western Addition
Driver who killed pedestrian at Geary & Gough was recording 'reckless behavior' for social media
The driver, who joked about "incriminating himself" on social media, killed a 50-year-old father of two. Read More
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Pedestrian killed by driver in early-morning Cathedral Hill crash [Updated]
With eight high-speed lanes, this stretch of Geary is considered a high-injury corridor by the city. Read More
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'It's a boiling point': City ignores District 5 encampments as COVID-19 threat rises
40 of the Haight's unhoused have found safe shelter at the Stanyan Street tent village. But there appears to be no plan for hundreds of others sleeping on the street. Read More
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The most affordable apartments for rent in the Western Addition, San Francisco
Housing costs too high? Apartment hunting is hard, but there are deals to be had. So what do low-end rentals in the Western Addition look like these days? Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: Wine taken from picnic table, chemical spray attack, more
In one incident, a man grabbed a bottle of wine from a picnic table and then threatened to harm the picnicker with the bottle. Read More
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Geary & Steiner pedestrian bridge to be demolished later this month
Built in 1962, the bridge is set to come down as part of the project to speed up the 38 and 38R-Geary buses. Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: Man assaulted in Alamo Square, items stolen from garages, more
In one incident, an unidentified suspect entered the garage of a 70-year-old man and stole some tools. Read More
San Francisco Western Addition
The most affordable apartments for rent in the Western Addition, San Francisco
Finding a good deal can be a challenge if you're hunting for a new living arrangement on a budget. So what do low-end rentals in the Western Addition look like these days? Read More
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Passover, Easter, Ramadan: How Bay Area religious communities will celebrate during shelter-in-place
"Now, the spirit has to come to you through Zoom," says one minister. Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: stabbing victim walks into hospital, attempted car fire, more
In one incident, three men were arrested when they tried to break into a business on the 500 block of Octavia Street. Read More
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Budget apartments for rent in the Western Addition, San Francisco
Need an affordable new spot? Apartment hunting is hard, but there are deals. So what do low-end rentals in the Western Addition look like these days? Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: Woman injured in Muni purse theft; man beaten with stick; more
Hayes Valley also saw two separate automotive arsons. Read More
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Sup. Preston revives long-stymied push for District 5 navigation center
Starting with a meeting this Sunday, Preston is taking on the conflict that's stymied two of his predecessors — including Mayor Breed. Read More
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Open Door Legal expands low-income legal aid to Excelsior, Western Addition
"People don’t seem to understand with what frequency [non-criminal] legal issues arise for marginalized people," explains the founder of the growing legal nonprofit. Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: Robberies aboard Muni buses; trio snatch man's phone; more
In one incident, a woman arrived home to find a burglar hiding in her house, with some of her property in tow. Read More
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The least expensive apartments for rent in the Western Addition
While the median Western Addition apartment is pricier than the city's overall median, there are a few solid deals. Read More
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Check out 3 new Western Addition businesses
Want to check out the freshest businesses in the Western Addition? Here are the newest destinations in this part of San Francisco. Read on for reviews, photos and hours. Read More
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New Chinese spot YH-Beijing debuts in the Western Addition
Hungry? A new neighborhood Chinese spot has you covered. Get the details on the newly opened business here, with top menu items, hours and more. Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: 2 injured in Grove & Octavia shooting, mailbox set ablaze, more
In one incident, a man walked into a business on the 600 block of Octavia St. (between Grove and Fulton) with a knife, grabbed a jacket, an umbrella and a bottle of whiskey and fled. Read More
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SF Eats: Fat Angel to close, State Bird owners to open vegetarian restaurant in Lower Haight, more
A gastropub will close after a decade of business in the Fillmore District, owners of two popular San Francisco restaurants plan a vegetarian restaurant in the Lower Haight, and more. Read More
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Where to volunteer, find fellowship, and free, festive holiday meals this week in San Francisco
If you find yourself alone this Holiday season, or you're staying in the city and want to give back, check out these free, festive events offered by churches and community groups. Read More
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Hayes Valley/Western Addition crime: woman suffers hip fracture in hit-and-run, fire under car, more
In one incident, a man aged between 30 and 40 lit an unknown object on fire and threw it underneath a car. Read More