How did a statue created 232 years ago in Japan make its way to Golden Gate Park in 1949?
Looking Back – Buddha Statue
AIDS Memorial Quilt Returns to SF, Stirs Strong Emotions
Surrounded by a sea of brilliantly colored, intricately designed fabric, Barbara Albanese crouches next to a quilt patch, reaching toward it in a silent reflection. Heart-shaped decorations clothe the fabric with notes and photos delivered from family and loved ones. “Ode to My Big Brother,” the largest heart reads.
Feds Decertify Laguna Honda Hospital, Patients Relocated
Although technically it will remain operational, San Francisco’s Laguna Honda Hospital faces the daunting task of relocating nearly 700 low-income patients to other hospitals by Sept. 15 after a federal oversight agency decertified it this past April.
Press Release: L-Bus Route Service Changes
In response to changing trip patterns and subway improvements, service changes are scheduled for July 9 for the L Bus. The L Bus route will be shortened to run between the San Francisco Zoo and West Portal Station, with increased frequency of trips.
Commentary: Alan Wong
For far too long, City College has suffered from budget problems that have hampered its financial stability, threatened its accreditation and discouraged enrollment.
Press Release: New Traffic Route in Golden Gate Park
This section of the project will allow drivers traveling south on Chain of Lakes Drive to turn eastbound onto a one-way MLK Drive to make their way to Sunset Boulevard, while the north half of this section of road will remain car-free for cyclists and pedestrians.
Commentary: City Leaders Value Money Over Saving Lives
If we had a benefit vs. cost analysis performed to expand EFWS projects citywide, the results would be overwhelmingly in favor of spending money now to save the Bay Area’s crown jewel from being destroyed again by earthquake fires.
Commentary: Julie Pitta
A man shouting obscenities at Boudin supporters a day before the election is another example of the way our political discourse has coarsened
Letter to the Editor: Kopp Distorts the Facts
In his most recent column, your conservative, libertarian commentator Quintin Kopp distorts the facts to suit his opinions.
Letter to the Editor: Keep Newly Planted Trees Healthy
The City can only do so much to keep these newly planted trees watered enough to ensure their continued growth. It would be satisfying to see more residents make a concerted effort to keep these trees alive and healthy with some maintenance …
A Life at the Movies
The (videotape) box you carried home had a paragraph or two explaining the plot of the movie. San Francisco’s Inner Sunset District is home to Cary Pepper, the person who made a living writing many of those descriptions
Press Release: Skatin’ Place in Golden Gate Park Reopens
A vibrant new ground mural at the legendary Skatin’ Place in Golden Gate Park made its debut today when the iconic outdoor roller skating spot reopened following repaving of the area and installation of the artwork, San Francisco Recreation and Park officials announced.
‘Cooking Together’: Baba Ganouj
Baba Ghanouj is rich in texture, but it is a healthy vegan dip that can go on any bread or crackers. It can be used as a sauce on steamed vegetables.
Letter to Editor: ‘Stop the Big Lie’
Mr Norton’s letter should never have been published as it pushes out the “The Big Lie” that led to the January 6 Insurrection and Committee Hearings today.
‘Kilduff’s Korner’ by Paul Kilduff
Cartoon by Paul Kilduff
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