Our mid-December crime roundup features violent robberies, a hot prowl, home invasion and more.

The change will open up the entire 200 block to private vehicles loading and unloading passengers.

A handful of downtown businesses have turned parking spots into temporary one-day parklets, to raise awareness of the need for public open space.

This month's meeting from 6–7pm Jan. 21st has been changed to the Chapter Room on the plaza at Grace Cathedral (1100 Taylor St.), and one of the topics will be Super Bowl City.

SFPD is refusing to release the statue to anyone but the collective that created it, who've responded by calling the move "an abomination."

A cab driver allegedly assaults his passengers after a dispute, intruders break into a hotel to start a fracas, several strongarm street robberies, and more.

Former Dirty Habit sous chef Francis Ang is bringing his modern take on Filipino fare to the Burritt Room this Sunday evening.

Gong Cha Boba and Black Sugar Boba are debuting across the street from one another in Union Square.

A vandal with tattoos on his/her face and even the whites of his/her eyes terrorized a Jackson Square salon this week, and other crimes included violent muggings that sent victims to the hospital.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas around the area, as numerous holiday fundraisers and parties dominate the Santa-filled weekend.

As the gates to Super Bowl City swung open, hundreds of supporters of the 26-year-old Woods, shot and killed by police last month, marched in a protest calling for police reform.

The owner of Lefty O'Doul's is attempting to liberate the controversial statue for a weekend unveiling, complete with an artist appearance.

The company's 11 other locations will remain open.

Gung hay fat choy! Celebrate the Year of the Monkey by attending the parade, an SF tradition dating back to the 1860s, and other Lunar New Year events.

Months after launching its workforce development program in Civic Center, Downtown Streets Team is now helping to tidy up Union Square.

At least one community activist is unhappy with the giant ads, which he says are in violation of the city's planning code.

Ever seen a Satanic witch strip? You can this weekend, at a burlesque blowout at the Shelton Theater.

Whether you want to party with the Santas or find a place to get away from the revelry, there's a weekend event for you.

Trader Joe's is now hiring for its forthcoming location at 4th and Market, and an employee says the new location could open by the end of October.

District 6 neighbors showed plenty of interest in expanding the bike share system, but wanted to ensure stations were in safe, walkable areas.

Formerly the Powell Hotel, the revamped 152-room property will include a take-away cafe and high-tech communal space.

The festive events are coming fast and furious this holiday week around North Beach.

With maxed-out service already in place, BART is trying a new technique to address overcrowding: taking out seats.

The traffic, transit delays, and controversial ads are all in service of one mother of a free party, which kicks off this Saturday.

Months after gaining approval to construct 15 residential units, 824 Hyde St.'s owners are heading back to Planning with hopes of building a four-star hotel instead.

Located inside the Equinox Sports Club on Market Street, the bar/restaurant features a health-conscious twist on Pan-Pacific Rim flavors.

One of tonight's events will be a protest, while the other will be a candlelight vigil.

Though they oppose Trump, some locals believe the statue is still offensive, and are speaking out against Scott Wiener's efforts to keep it on display downtown.

District 8 Supervisor Scott Wiener is working to bring the statue to Union Square for safekeeping and public display.

Two marches, a sit-in, and a massive "group hug" are planned across downtown, Dolores Park, and Golden Gate Park.

Held last night, the annual event was the station's biggest yet, with dozens of law-enforcement agencies and community groups.

Only delivery trucks, taxis and vehicles dropping off and picking up passengers will be allowed on Powell Street between Geary and Ellis.

Daly City's popular Filipino diner has launched its second location in the former curry house at 552 Jones. It specializes in meat plates with eggs and garlic rice, lumpia, and homemade pies.

A woman is slit with a knife during a robbery, an argument at a bar ends with an unconscious patron, shots fired on the Embarcadero and more.

Starting tomorrow, Market Street will become a three-day playground packed with interactive art.

Read on for our bi-weekly crime roundup from SF's northeast neighborhoods.

The original Union Square location will shutter on Jan. 2nd.

A rooftop seafood restaurant may be moving into the building next.

The three men, two of whom had clown masks, were armed with a gun.

Officers responded to multiple robberies, including one at gunpoint.

Frank Lloyd Wright's only San Francisco building features a smaller version of his iconic spiral ramp at NYC's Guggenheim Museum.

The district attorney's office says it's linked one group of thieves to $225,000 in losses around Union Square.

With multiple bars and dining rooms, Hotel Zeppelin's new restaurant aims to attract all types passing through Union Square.

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

People really love their gyros and combo platters.

The massive nightclub and its smaller sibling are getting new owners and a new focus.

The family behind the legendary Fillmore Adidas mecca will be opening up a new clothing store and tailor shop on Divisadero.

One pedestrian bridge near Japantown will be removed, but the Webster & Geary bridge is slated to stay put.

This uncertain weather and political climate hasn't kept unusual pets from hitting the streets this week.

PG&E received more reports of a wafting rotten egg odor last night, but authorities are still stumped.

While you're going about your Friday, here's what's happening below your feet.

The stabbing sent one person to the hospital; the street has since been reopened.

Restaurant and nightlife veterans from Madrone, Pop's, Tunnel Top and Michel Bistro are ready to uncover their newest art-filled venture in Union Square.

Locals are encouraged to avoid the area, and nearby businesses have been asked to shelter in place.

Employees are spreading the news, shoppers report.

Street robberies abound, but bystanders in Union Square intervened on two separate occasions to help victims.

Here's the latest roundup of tips we've received from readers, via email, Twitter, and text messages.

The restaurant’s new owner is racing to open a “reasonably priced” Cantonese restaurant by the end of this month.

Kaepernick will shake hands and sign autographs for the first 125 fans in line.

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

Three employees say they were required to speak English at all times, in violation of California law.

The latest tips we've received from our readers via our tipline, email and Twitter.

The affordable Middle Eastern chain, which got its start with New York City street carts, will be open until 4am on weekends.

The first Northern California location to offer touch-screen ordering and build-your-own burgers is now open on Sutter Street.

A Walgreens at 776 Market Street in the Financial District is shuttering after just seven years in business. Its last day is Dec. 6th.

Businesses and merchants located in a building on the corner of Sutter St. and Grant Ave. are closing their doors this month.

A local husband-wife duo host monthly walking tours highlighting the history and design of neon signs across the city.

Not everyone in Union Square is happy about the potential arrival of a BevMo! on Kearny Street.

A police officer directing traffic downtown shot and injured a dog that ran at him Saturday.

The fashion-forward Desigual has vacated its Powell Street location, taking its boldly patterned designs with it.

The restaurateur and landlord had a 2012 dispute that resulted in the eviction of the Gold Dust Lounge.

This week's crime roundup is chock full of robberies at gunpoint—including two incidents involving gun-wielding minors.

The VP is in town to speak at a conference—but he and his motorcade decided to make a grilled cheese run first.

Bad weather and politics are joining forces for an unpleasant weekend. Here's where to unwind and have some fun.

Before it reopens this month, you can take a Detour audio walk through the recently renovated 1922 theater, where 'All About Eve' was filmed.

The company is closing all 110 of its stores, and will likely no longer make its clothes in the U.S.

Though he's being forced to move, proprietor Nick Bovis says he plans to fight his landlord to keep the Lefty's name and memorabilia.

The clock is ticking for Maiden Lane's colorful Romper Room.

A double-decker tour bus crashed on Post Street at Stockton today, injuring multiple people and taking down scaffolding and a power line.

This year’s parade featured a 268-foot golden dragon, Cirque du Soleil performers and, of course, firecrackers.

Police arrested two people and are seeking a third after they base jumped off a tower on the edge of Union Square last night.

This week's crime roundup features several hot prowl burglaries, a playful sword fight that goes bad, and stolen food.

After less than a year in business, another neighborhood fine-dining option closes.

It's a wave of closures, with three restaurants, a photography store, and a dry cleaners calling it quits.

"Roses are red, violets are blue, sooner or later, we’ll impeach you!"

Tonight is the longtime bar's last, as its owner and landlord continue to duke it out over the name and memorabilia.

As a new Mid-Market mall prepares to open, it seems like a mass exodus is taking place at Fifth and Market's Westfield Centre.

Our latest batch of reader tips include inspiring signage in Noe Valley, and the Pinecrest Diner closing for renovations.

Here's a rundown of the tips we've received from Hoodline readers over the past week.

Muggings at tourist hotspots, an arsonist at Pier 39, and other incidents reported in the last 2 weeks.

Yoga in Mission Bay, manicures in Pacific Heights and shopping in SoMa.

This week's roundup features hot prowl burglaries aplenty.

Powell between Geary and Ellis could be closed to car traffic as soon as November, as part of an 18-month pilot project.

The Haight Street store closed last night, and the Union Square and Cow Hollow locations are offering deep discounts.

Supervisor Julie Christensen invited a panel of officials to share their efforts and address neighbors' concerns.

In one incident, a suspect stabbed a man with scissors while he walking down Market Street.

Officers responded to a fight inside a hospital, captured a suspect who allegedly knocked over a coffee shop, and pinched a hot prowler.

A massive outage has knocked out power to FiDi buildings and snarled the morning commute.

Albert Williams, 61, allegedly stole fares from cable car riders.

A 55-year-old San Francisco resident was arrested on suspicion of embezzlement and theft of public monies.

The founder of the Barbary Coast Trail talks about how the plaques came to be, what they reference and how to sponsor one.

Whether you prefer chocolate, vanilla, or green apple mayo, the popular Portland ice creamery has a flavor for you.

No plans yet for Halloween tomorrow? No costume? From where to rent a costume to where to wear it, here's Union Square's list of its Top 10 Halloween Happenings.

After months of planning, the SFPD will implement its new district boundaries this coming Sunday, July 19th.

Get one last overview of the candidates, their stories, their issues and what they say about some of the rumor-mongering.

Just one year after the modernized restaurant and bar debuted in the Marker Hotel, it's changing concepts again.

We followed Julie Christensen and Aaron Peskin on Election Day, and spoke to supporters of both candidates to get their perspectives.

Get a jumpstart on some local spring cleaning events before enjoying a weekend of comedy, art openings and a trivia contest.

Be aware of congestion in the area and keep an eye out for bigwigs.

With its lease up in the Castro, Ike's is moving in with Sweet Inspiration, as well as taking new locations on Polk Street and in Union Square.

In this week's crime blotter, two mysterious fires are set, a teenager is mugged, and a woman finds a disturbing note under her apartment door.

Get a jump on Pride Weekend festivities with Thursday's official unveiling of a new artwork commissioned by the Grand Hyatt. It's located in the courtyard between the hotel and the new Apple Store.

Here's a peek inside the two newest cocktail bars to arrive in the Tenderloin.

Long a champion of trees, parks and playgrounds, the former supervisor will lead a "green benefit district" in the city's southeast.

Thieves made off with loot and booty in two bank robberies, store robberies and muggings, plus another port-a-potty fire.

Here's the latest on nefarious neighborhood goings-on.

Captain Lazar reminds locals to be mindful while using cell phones, as several more thefts occur in the area.

Three suspects have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a car chase which killed a pedestrian.

Crime in the Central this week included a robber who spit while stealing bras and two more Chinatown jewelry grabs.

The Tenderloin's "Little Delhi" is set to reopen this summer after a fire.

Browse world-class galleries, get freebies and find out about new places and old favorites in this often-overlooked neighborhood.

In this week's crime roundup, a sweater thief tries to barter his wares at another store, a bike rental shop is robbed at gunpoint, and more.

Better lighting, improved cleanliness, and possible noise reduction are all priorities.

The former Supervisor is back on the campaign trail for the District 3 seat.

The duo's signature style pays homage to '80s aesthetics and pop iconography.

Read about recent robberies, a stabbing, a necklace grab, portable potty fires and more.

In one incident, 3 teens were arrested after pepper-spraying store employees after shoplifting.

A neighborhood local is bringing back the musical stylings of a bygone era.

The lease isn't signed, but Minus5° has ads up looking for managers

After stealing a car and slamming into another vehicle, the suspect was nabbed during a domestic dispute.

Overall citations on the rise, but the five worst traffic violations still plague downtown and other neighborhoods.

Soak up the views in the long-shuttered Cityscape for a few months while Urban Tavern and the lobby bar are redesigned.

Also of note: a taxi driver robbed at gunpoint and a rash of smartphone thefts.

District 3 has a lot of wood-frame structures, which can cause fires to spread quickly.

The 27-year-old shop, formerly in Union Square, is the only full-service needlepoint shop in the U.S.

The behemoth budget fashion retailer is closing one of two Union Square locations.

The longtime SFMTA tradition continues this week, including the final appearance of a three-time champ.

The neighborhoods were full of violent attacks and thefts this past week.

With the Ferry Building, Justin Herman Plaza, and more entering the district, some are concerned its staffing levels may be insufficient.

Community groups, law enforcement and city agencies will all be on hand with activities and information to strengthen ties with the neighborhood.

An overview of some of the past week's most notorious crimes and arrests.

The "perennial candidate" is running again on a pro-business, pro-freedom of expression ticket.

The club is offering 29 programs on the importance of music, featuring everything from jazz to classical to music for social justice.

Mayor Ed Lee, supervisors London Breed and Scott Wiener, and other community movers and shakers showed up at the kickoff.

A rash of robberies, most with force and some violent, marked this week's crime recap from SFPD's Central Station.

The SFPD has already started handing out more tickets for drivers who pass stopped cable cars; a ticket will cost you $238.

Because of its location in a conservation district, the building will need to jump through some hoops to remove the Apple Store facade and branding.

A spokesman says the store's opening has been rescheduled due to electrical upgrades, but PG&E says the upgrade has been done.

The Emperor's Bridge Campaign hopes to become the leading public resource on the eccentric 19th-century "emperor of the United States."

At a press conference, officials issued assurances that the city is still safe and discussed new efforts to curb car break-ins, among other issues.

Help the coalition inform their endorsements by rating the candidates online by Sunday.

Valerie Byrd is known to also frequent the Civic Center Public Library, Civic Center Plaza, and the Glen Park Library.

This week's crimes involve a band of hat thieves in the Wharf, an assault with a skateboard near the Ferry Building, a stabbing in Portsmouth Square, and various muggings, including one via bike.

The former supervisor and current candidate discusses housing policy, managing a campaign, and living in North Beach.

In this week's crime roundup, in addition to the ever-present list of robberies, read the feel-good story of an SFPD officer who lost his wallet and got it back.

Candidates for the District 3 supervisor seat fielded a series of questions last night on solving the housing crisis, curbing the growing homeless population and easing crime and traffic congestion.

The club will own its own building for the first time in its 122-year history, after overcoming community opposition to its modern glass façade.

Kim wants to hire more attendants for existing facilities, like the green JCDecaux kiosks and the toilets at parks and senior centers.

A not-so-prescient psychic, a violent cookie thief and a robbery of hot sauce and a massage pad were three of the more unusual recent crimes in the area.

The cafe and marketplace will feature food from La Cocina entrepreneurs in the former La Boulange space.

This week, a man was shot in the buttocks on Broadway, a cyclist was hit and killed by a Muni bus, and a North Beach bank was robbed.

The police captain was rear-ended by a drunk driver, broke a rib and suffered soft tissue damage.

The Nike Women's Marathon will cause road closures and Muni re-routing throughout the city.

This week's crime recap was marked by a rash of purse snatchings and muggings for cell phones and cameras.

This week's crime recap is unusually violent, with a rash of cell phone robberies, a shooting, a carjacking, a beating and an attack on a flower vendor.

A Grant Avenue shop owner's girlfriend embarked on a mission to Union Square and the Tenderloin to successfully recoup his phone.

As the Curran Theater renovates, audience members are invited on-stage for a series of intimate, experimental performances.

The week also had its share of hot prowl burglaries and violent muggings, including one in which a woman's hip was broken.

As a pilot project, Powell Street between Geary and Ellis streets will be closed to most traffic, except commercial vehicles, for at least 18 months starting this Friday.

In a race where every vote will count, mail-in and early precinct reports show the challenger pulling ahead.

Supervisor Julie Christensen conceded the fiercely contested, contentious and costly District 3 supervisor's seat to challenger Aaron Peskin late Wednesday.

Peskin, who'll probably take his seat on the Board of Supervisors next month, has already been busy meeting with allies and adversaries.

From now through 2018, Powell will get a new ceiling, LED lighting, new flooring and seating on the platforms, fixes for its perennially problematic elevator and escalators, and other improvements.

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.

Elephant Sushi's third location, with only 12 seats in the house, will offer more of an omakase (chef's choice) menu.

Tree and building lighting ceremonies abound in the northeast neighborhoods of the city. Here's your guide to all of this year's festivities.