Rumor has it that the grand Queen Anne at 719 Ashbury was once home to anarchists and Hell’s Angles (although not at the same time).

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

The Scoop: "Sunny Jim’s" Mansion Atop Liberty Hill (3690 21st Street)

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

“Menlo Park-based Sequoia Capital, one of Silicon Valley's most successful venture capital firms, has agreed to lease the top floor of the office tower Tishman Speyer is building at 555 Mission St., a significant coup for San Francisco's first speculative office tower built in six years….If completed, the deal would be the third major tenant Tishman has landed at 555 Mission St. at a time when the city's commercial real estate market has cooled considerably.”

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

The Scoop: "Sunny Jim’s" Mansion Atop Liberty Hill (3690 21st Street)

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

We’ve always loved the William Randolph Hearst built Beaux Arts building at 1001 California Street, both in terms of location and style. And granted, unit #8 is a large one-bedroom (1500 square feet) with terraces, a “wine cellar,” and “views for miles.”

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

ABC7 News has learned that the tree that dropped a limb and killed a woman at San Francisco's Stern Grove three months ago was inspected but no action was recommended. That is according to an investigation by the Recreations and Park Department.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 20, 2008.

Protesters lined Fourth Street and wrapped around Howard Street, swarming Moscone Center, where insurance companies and stakeholders were gathering for an annual convention.

Published by CBS News (Channel 5) on June 20, 2008.

BeyondChron's Paul Hogarth has a depressing article up about the Tenderloin's newest and ugliest building, above, offering up their street-level one-bedroom apartment for a whopping $1,500/month. For that. At Turk and Hyde. In a space where people are sure to kick in your window and sexually assault you twice a day.

Published by SFist on June 20, 2008.

June 21: 2801 Lake Street open from 1-3pm

Published by San Francisco Schtuff on June 20, 2008.

Our thoughts on the listing for 1083 Hollister seventeen months ago (listed for $499,000 at the time). A take-charge (which we love) reader’s survey of the property and location soon thereafter. And the “newly renovated” listing today (asking $688,000).

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

The Scoop: "Sunny Jim’s" Mansion Atop Liberty Hill (3690 21st Street)

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

2801 Lake returns, new price, new look 20 06 2008

Published by theFrontSteps on June 20, 2008.

10 p.m. // Aunt Charlie's Lounge (133 Turk) // $5

Published by SFist on June 20, 2008.

9 p.m. // SFCC/The Clubhouse (414 Mason) / $10, or $5 online with password "squid."

Published by SFist on June 20, 2008.

The Scoop: "Sunny Jim’s" Mansion Atop Liberty Hill (3690 21st Street)

Published by SocketSite on June 20, 2008.

Continue heading east to wind deeper into the Mission.  Valencia Street sometimes referred to as the Trans-Mission Corridor shows of the neighborhood’s artsy independent side with cafes, coffeeshops, restaurants and bars that cater to hip and ethnically diverse young clientele.  The most bustling area is around the intersection of 16th and Valencia streets, with chic restaurants like Limon and Ti Couz, and unique storefronts continue all the way down Valencia to 24th.

Published by SFHotlist on June 20, 2008.

If the rundown Victorians in the Mission are the “before” picture, the shining beauties of the Castro are the “after.”  First-class taste and a profusion of discretionary income have meant good things for this leafy residential zone.  Approximately 85% of the Castro’s residents are gay, lesbian or transgender and the neighborhood is a mecca for gay tourists from around the world.  The corner of 18th and Castro has been dubbed the gayest spot in the world and it was from there the community leaders organized their neighbors as political force in the 1970’s.

Published by SFHotlist on June 20, 2008.

After doing her best to wipe up the water that had puddled near the bottom of the escalator at the Glen Park Station in San Francisco, Sweet filled the plastic travel mug with water once more, made sure the lid was on tight, intentionally dropped the cup on the floor as she did before, "and it still didn't spill," Sweet said with relief.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

The elder Tacchini, 53, a 31-year veteran officer, had been deputy chief in charge of department operations for less than a month when the incident occurred. After Fong did an inquiry, she sent Tacchini the demotion letter and slashed his salary from $220,000 a year to $163,000. He was recently assigned command over the Mission District station.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

It's one of the longest stretches of green space in San Francisco, a corridor of almost 20 blocks that connects Lake Merced to Golden Gate Park, but mention "Sunset Boulevard" to people in the city, and they're just as likely to think of the famous Los Angeles thoroughfare that cuts through Beverly Hills. L.A.'s and S.F.'s Sunset Boulevards have two things in common: They're usually traversed by motor vehicle, and they can be rough around the edges.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

It's one of the longest stretches of green space in San Francisco, a corridor of almost 20 blocks that connects Lake Merced to Golden Gate Park, but mention "Sunset Boulevard" to people in the city, and they're just as likely to think of the famous Los Angeles thoroughfare that cuts through Beverly Hills. L.A.'s and S.F.'s Sunset Boulevards have two things in common: They're usually traversed by motor vehicle, and they can be rough around the edges.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

It's one of the longest stretches of green space in San Francisco, a corridor of almost 20 blocks that connects Lake Merced to Golden Gate Park, but mention "Sunset Boulevard" to people in the city, and they're just as likely to think of the famous Los Angeles thoroughfare that cuts through Beverly Hills. L.A.'s and S.F.'s Sunset Boulevards have two things in common: They're usually traversed by motor vehicle, and they can be rough around the edges.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Saturday's volunteers will help restore the boulevard's running path (which is now overgrown with grass), weed and do other landscaping. Volunteers will meet at Noreiga Street and 37th Avenue - about the half-way point of the boulevard. From there, they'll fan out in both directions, getting a little dirty but none the worse for the wear.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

The shooting in the 800 block of Turk Street occurred at 8 p.m. on March 20, the same day that Louvier - free on $30,000 bail - was ordered to stand trial in San Francisco on four felonious weapons-related charges dating back to 2005; he was arrested that April for carrying a concealed weapon in his car and other charges.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Within hours after Louvier left court, Washington was gunned down in the city's Western Addition.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

The elder Tacchini, 53, a 31-year veteran officer, had been deputy chief in charge of department operations for less than a month when the incident occurred. After Fong did an inquiry, she sent Tacchini the demotion letter and slashed his salary from $220,000 a year to $163,000. He was recently assigned command over the Mission District station.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

New College—which touted itself as a progressive alternative to traditional higher education—has been unable to pay its faculty members since November.

Published by CBS News (Channel 5) on June 20, 2008.

Tacchini said Fong demoted him because he "might have had an inappropriate contact" with another San Francisco police official following an investigation of his son, police Officer James Tacchini, for an undisclosed off-duty incident. His son was later absolved of any wrongdoing, Tacchini said.

Published by CBS News (Channel 5) on June 20, 2008.

New College -- which touted itself as a progressive alternative to traditional higher education -- has been unable to pay its faculty members since November.

Published by KTVU News (Channel 2) on June 20, 2008.

When New College of California holds its graduation ceremonies Saturday, it will be the last for the 37-year-old school.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 20, 2008.

Closed S.F. staircase: Some of the wooden steps at Iron Alley creak from old age, but they still work, despite the prominent white sign that reads "Steps Closed - No Exit." The sign brings to mind the famous Jean-Paul Sartre play about people trapped in a room, and in the case of Iron Alley, those who ignore the sign and ascend the stairs find a locked, chain-link fence. No exit indeed.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Ironwood BBQ In this week's food column, "'Cue the Applause," our Meredith Brody digs into some delicious BBQ at a hidden restaurant at the Golden Gate Park Golf Course. If her article didn't make your mouth water, these photos surely will. Not an auspicious-looking counter, but just you wait.

Published by SF Weekly on June 20, 2008.

The lower Haight's newest, coolest, and maybe only laid-back-yet-upscale Italian joint Uva Enoteca (568 Haight at Steiner) is planning a weekend of wine tasting, winemaking, and wine history. Kind of like summer school, only with Sopressata.

Published by SF Weekly on June 20, 2008.

Gala Concert: The Golden Gate Men's Chorus summer concert series continues with the West Coast premiere of David Del Tredici's "Queer Hosannas." $20. 5 p.m. San Francisco Conservatory of Music, 50 Oak St., San Francisco. (415) 668-4462, www.ggmc.org.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Chaps II: The Leather Pride Contingent, Leather Alley and Kelly Hart host the opening of Chaps II, the full-time leather bar in San Francisco. Free. 7 p.m. Chaps Bar, 1225 Folsom St., San Francisco. (415) 255-2427, www.chapsbarsanfrancisco.com.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Asian Pride: Asian and Pacific Islander grand marshals host this Pride party. Special guests include Campbell City Councilman Evan Low and others. $5 donation to benefit A&PI Wellness Center's raMEN program. 9 p.m. N'Touch, 1548 Polk St., San Francisco. (415) 292-3400, Ext. 348.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Girlpride: San Francisco's party for Girls. DJs and go-go dancers, plus a midnight stage dance performance. $25. 8 p.m. City Nights, 715 Harrison St., San Francisco. (415) 647-8258.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Pride Brunch: This 10th annual event hosted by Gary Virginia and Donna Sachet honors the grand marshals of the Pride Parade and benefits Positive Resource Center. $75-$100. 11 a.m. Hotel Whitcomb, 1231 Market St., San Francisco. (415) 695-1942, www.donnasachet.com.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Next weekend's events: The LGBT Pride Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. next Sunday at Market and Beale streets and ends about 3 p.m. at Market and Eighth streets. The celebration in Civic Center is from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. next Sunday.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Next weekend's events: The LGBT Pride Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. next Sunday at Market and Beale streets and ends about 3 p.m. at Market and Eighth streets. The celebration in Civic Center is from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. next Sunday.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Next weekend's events: The LGBT Pride Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. next Sunday at Market and Beale streets and ends about 3 p.m. at Market and Eighth streets. The celebration in Civic Center is from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. next Sunday.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

The volunteer group returns this year to install an even larger pink triangle on Twin Peaks - big enough to be seen 20 miles away.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

Closed S.F. staircase: Some of the wooden steps at Iron Alley creak from old age, but they still work, despite the prominent white sign that reads "Steps Closed - No Exit." The sign brings to mind the famous Jean-Paul Sartre play about people trapped in a room, and in the case of Iron Alley, those who ignore the sign and ascend the stairs find a locked, chain-link fence.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

"Donna could manage that situation as easily as she could navigate a leather bar South of Market," Leno says.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.

The list of accolades goes on from there - as does Sachet's busy schedule. She writes a biweekly column for the Bay Area Reporter, performs weekly at Harry Denton's Starlight Room and is a perennial charity event host. She'll be one-third of the KRON-TV anchor team covering the Pride Parade next Sunday, and she's hosting Saturday's Pride Brunch, an event she and Gary Virginia began 10 years ago.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 20, 2008.