Castro Theatre renovations aim to preserve historic space, breathe new life into movie palace
The company that manages the venue said changes are necessary to keep the theater running and that the Castro will look similar even after renovations.
San Francisco supervisor proposes new zoning regulations allowing for the revival of gay bathhouses
In an effort to create more safe spaces for San Francisco's LGBTQ community, Supervisor Rafael Mandelman on Tuesday proposed creating new zoning regulations that would allow for the revival of gay bathhouses.
Oakland police ask for help locating man who may be having mental health crisis
A 36-year-old man who may be having a mental health crisis is missing and Oakland police on Wednesday asked the public for help locating him.
San Francisco's Castro District allows new bars for 1st time in more than 30 years
The LGBTQ+ neighborhood is known for its nightlife, but over the years the number of bars in the area has dwindled to fewer than 10.
San Francisco movie goers urge new Castro Theatre owners to reconsider venue's future
Movie lovers in San Francisco gathered Sunday to urge the Castro Theater's new owners to reconsider their plan for the venue.
Castro Theatre to enter new phase in partnership with prominent concert promoter
A new partnership between San Francisco's historic Castro Theatre and a prominent Bay Area concert promoter was announced on Wednesday.
Defaced San Francisco Castro mural faces costly repairs
The future of a large mural about the AIDS crisis in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood is uncertain after someone defaced it in recent weeks.
'Matrix Resurrections' premieres tonight at San Francisco's historic Castro Theater
San Francisco will roll out a "green" carpet for "The Matrix Resurrections" premiere Saturday at the historic Castro Theater.
New safety measures, barriers at Castro Safeway
The store on Market Street has installed automated gates that allow shoppers to enter the store but prevent would-be thieves from leaving with stolen goods.
Halloween in the Castro is happening: What to expect this weekend
Castro business owners are expecting large crowds this weekend. Some bars are offering live entertainment. There will even be a street party.
Advocates worry San Francisco's Castro District is losing some of it's LGBTQ members
San Francisco's Castro District is a thriving neighborhood, with clear cultural ties to the LGBTQ communtiy. KTVU's Christien Kafton reports.
Enthusiastic Bay Area celebrates Biden's win
For many people, consternation turned into celebration.
Halloween draws a crowd to San Francisco's Castro District
Officials in San Francisco have been urging people to stay away from what has become the defacto party spot on Halloween.
Halloween draws a crowd to San Francisco's Castro District
Greg Liggins reports.
Hundreds gather to remember Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in San Francisco's Castro
Several hundred people have gathered at Harvey Milk Plaza in San Francisco Friday evening to honor U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died earlier in the day.
San Francisco Supervisors to debate lifting restrictions on bathhouses
San Francisco Supervisors will debate a measure to change the city's health code on gay bathhouses on Thursday.
Worsening homelessness hurting Castro district businesses, tourism
Neighbors have been posting their concerns about Jane Warner Plaza saying an influx of homeless is intimidating visitors and hurting business.
Homeless impact on Castro businesses becoming problematic
Christien Kafton reports.
City extends financial help to businesses damaged in Castro fire
Financial assistance is being offered by San Francisco for four businesses that were damaged in a fire Saturday morning in the 400 block of Castro Street.
The colorful history of queer nightlife in San Francisco
The rainbow flag is a symbol of pride and acceptance for the LGBTQ community. It’s an image seen all over San Francisco’s Castro District, an area that’s had an open and welcoming nightlife since the 1970s.