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politics

SF Democrats Endorse Manny Yekutiel for District 8 Supervisor After Contentious Vote

The San Francisco Democratic Party voted Wednesday to back the Manny's café owner in the November race to represent the Castro, Noe Valley, Glen Park, and surrounding neighborhoods.

The San Francisco Democratic Party voted on Wednesday, August 26 to endorse Manny Yekutiel as its sole candidate in the District 8 supervisor race, capping a tumultuous meeting in Visitacion Valley that featured impassioned public comment, angry interruptions, and a five-minute recess. The endorsement came only after three rounds of voting, with Supervisor Matt Dorsey — who initially backed rival Gary McCoy — casting the deciding vote that gave Yekutiel a majority.

events

Castro Carnival Block Party Returns This Saturday With Free Music, Drag, and LGBTQ+ Art

The 2nd annual Castro Carnival takes over Noe and Market streets on August 29 from noon to 5 p.m., hosted by the Castro Merchants Association.

The Castro Merchants Association is hosting the second annual Castro Carnival block party this Saturday, August 29, from noon to 5 p.m. on Noe Street between Market and Beaver streets. Admission is free and the event is open to all ages. The afternoon will feature LGBTQ+ artists, live music, drag performances, and community activities in the heart of the neighborhood.

crime

Diamond Heights Bank Robbery Investigation Continues; No Arrest Reported

The August 10 robbery of the Bank of America branch in Diamond Heights remains under investigation by the SFPD Bank Robbery Unit, with no suspect apprehended as of press time.

The investigation into the August 10 robbery of the Bank of America branch in Diamond Heights is ongoing, with the case now in the hands of the SFPD Bank Robbery Unit, according to the Glen Park Association. The robbery occurred on a Monday afternoon around 2:30 p.m. A single suspect entered the branch, left with an undisclosed amount of money, and fled. No one was injured during the incident.

Upcoming Events

Saturday, September 19

Glen Park Night Market — Final Date of 2026 Season

📍 Kern Street at Diamond Street, Glen Park · 3:00 PM–8:00 PM

Friday, September 18

Castro Night Market

📍 18th Street between Hartford & Collingwood, Castro · 5:00 PM–10:00 PM

Saturday, August 29

Castro Carnival Block Party

📍 Noe Street between Market & Beaver, Castro · 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Wednesday, September 2

LP — All Is Not Lost Tour at the Castro Theatre

📍 Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St, Castro · 8:00 PM

Thursday, September 10

Naomi Sharon — No Sleep In Paradise Tour at the Castro Theatre

📍 Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St, Castro · 8:00 PM

More from the Neighborhood

New Tunisian-Swiss Sandwich Shop Gada Is Finding Its Footing in the Castro

Gada, the tiny sandwich counter that opened in January 2026 at 2375 Market Street in the former Chadwick's space, has become one of the Castro's most-talked-about new eateries.

Bus Line Changes Continue to Affect Glen Park and Diamond Heights Commuters

Service disruptions on Muni lines 35 and 36 — which connect Glen Park and Diamond Heights to the broader city — have been ongoing since June, with SFMTA substituting 40-foot buses on…

Castro Theatre Packs Its Fall Calendar After Landmark Renovation

Following its February 2026 reopening after a two-year, $41 million renovation led by Another Planet Entertainment, the Castro Theatre has filled its fall calendar with a dense slate of concerts, comedy, and…

Grand Lake Kitchen Settling into Noe Valley After Opening

Grand Lake Kitchen, the beloved East Bay breakfast-and-lunch institution, has been gaining a loyal following since opening its Noe Valley location earlier this year.