John R. Adkins

John R. Adkins is a San Francisco-based journalist and storyteller living in Ingleside. He is editor-in-chief of City College's student-run publication The Guardsman and reports on higher education, politics and the arts.

‘Like Being A Mayor’: Residents Outline Hopes For Rec And Park’s Next Leader

The search for longtime park boss Phil Ginsburg’s replacement begins with a series of public forums.

By John R. Adkins

/ 15 Jan 2026

New Venue Proposal Sparks Fears of Stratos Nightclub 2.0

Some neighbors fear late-night noise and crime, while the business owners insist they want to host community events and dance classes at their venue.

By John R. Adkins

/ 19 Nov 2025

For M-Ocean View Rail Line Centennial, SFMTA Celebrates With A Blog Post

The transportation agency celebrated the K-Ingleside centennial in, uh, West Portal and missed the train for the M Ocean View.

By John R. Adkins

/ 19 Nov 2025

Lurie, Melgar Take Questions On Upzoning, Recall Elections

Residents quizzed Mayor Daniel Lurie and District 7 Supervisor Myrna Melgar on thorny issues at the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association meeting.

By John R. Adkins

/ 11 Nov 2025

‘Work In Progress’: Brooks Park Gets Some Much-Needed Upgrades

The park has new barbecue, trash cans and pavement as well as a dedicated steward from the neighborhood.

By John R. Adkins

/ 5 Nov 2025

‘Work In Progress’: Brooks Park Gets Some Much-Needed Upgrades

Meet The Guardians Of Ingleside’s Lakeview-Ashton Mini Park

The volunteers behind Lakeview Nature Stewards want to keep the half-acre green space invasive-plant-free to usher in the return of a long-gone bird.

By John R. Adkins

/ 29 Oct 2025

Meet The Guardians Of Ingleside’s Lakeview-Ashton Mini Park

City College Honors Journalism Chair For Distinguished Teaching Career

Officials feted Juan Gonzales for winning a national educator award. He wants them to ensure journalism education continues once he retires.

By John R. Adkins

/ 29 Oct 2025

Kushology Brings A New Type Of Cannabis Shop To Ingleside

The shop's owners want it to become a household name for cannabis consumers, with multiple locations across San Francisco.

By John R. Adkins

/ 29 Oct 2025

Kushology Brings A New Type Of Cannabis Shop To Ingleside

SF State To Guarantee Admission For City College, SFUSD Students

Students who meet GPA and course requirements will receive a “Congratulations! You’re in!” postcard, streamlining the admissions process.

By John R. Adkins

/ 24 Oct 2025

Dim Sum Is The Way At New Restaurant On Ingleside's Ocean Avenue

Chef Yongheng Feng went to China to bring back authentic recipes and techniques for his new dim sum restaurant.

By John R. Adkins

/ 22 Oct 2025

Ward Rec Center Staff Reassignments Alarm Community Members

Patrons, volunteers and program providers are alarmed by the Recreation and Park Department's sudden staffing changes and lack of transparency.

By John R. Adkins

/ 21 Oct 2025

Nigel Sussman Puts His Signature Isometric Art On Ingleside Storefront

The illustrator was hired to add some color to the facade of the soon-to-open cannabis dispensary Kushology.

By John R. Adkins and Alex Mullaney

/ 8 Oct 2025