JPMorgan Chase is laying off 335 contract employees from San Francisco offices previously associated with First Republic Bank, as reported by The San Francisco Chronicle.

The Dior store in San Francisco's Union Square has installed bollards to prevent smash-and-grab thefts. The city is supporting businesses in enhancing security.

San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency opened The Muni Store online, offering over 30 Muni-branded items such as apparel and accessories to celebrate the city's transit history.

Here's a brief roundup of recent changes to Castro area businesses. In this edition, a Thai restaurant and an art gallery have shuttered, a convenience store has opened, and a new dental office is on the way.

Airbnb has extended its lease at its San Francisco headquarters until 2037, affirming its commitment to the city amid a general decline in office occupancy.

Castro specialty market Muuu Meat has backed out from its plans to open at 3998 18th Street, formerly 7-Eleven.

Eaze, a prominent Bay Area cannabis startup, will shut down by December 31, 2024, after selling off its assets and laying off nearly 500 workers. CEO Cory Azzalino confirmed the closure amid California's challenging cannabis market.

Castro residents and visitors looking for a place to relax and be pampered now have another option.

A Castro neighborhood group has moved its officers, a long-troubled restaurant space has seen a liquor license transfer and a fitness studio and dog walking business have opened.

Chartreuse by Roje, a new boutique flower shop, opens Saturday at 2095 Market Street, at Church Street.

A Grocery Outlet store will open in San Francisco's Northpoint Shopping Center, filling the vacancy left by Safeway's May closure, with the support of Supervisor Aaron Peskin.

Bayside Market in South Beach is closing after 35 years due to rising crime rates and costs, with the co-owner criticizing San Francisco city officials for inadequate protection.

Mi Rancho Supermarket opened its first San Francisco location in the Bayview neighborhood, aiming to combat food insecurity by offering fresh, affordable groceries.