Sunday, August 23, 2026
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Events · SoMa
The tournament runs Aug. 28–30, but city plans show a much longer street-closure footprint around Moscone. A Giants split doubleheader makes Saturday the biggest collision point.
Transit · Muni
The 1 California and N Judah get more frequent service, every 5R gets a larger bus, and several school trips change. SFMTA says the package is cost-neutral.
Housing · Earthquake safety
The new state grant targets five-to-10-unit buildings. San Francisco’s mandatory program includes larger properties, including a tier for buildings with 15 or more units.
Housing · ADUs
The city added 223 completed or legalized accessory dwelling units in 2025, down from 330 in 2021. A faster Planning review does not guarantee a finished home.
Weather · San Francisco Bay
Bay winds may gust to 25 knots Saturday evening. Nearshore waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point remain under an advisory until 3 a.m. Sunday, with gusts up to 30 knots.
Housing · Castro
After a master tenant died at 258 Church St., two longtime roommates faced a reported market-rent demand more than triple the old rent. Public records point to a much larger former-Veritas portfolio behind the building.
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