Builders vie to construct housing on downtown Palo Alto lot - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto is considering transforming downtown parking lots into affordable housing, with a plan for over 50 apartments on a Lytton Avenue lot.
Doria Summa wants to preserve existing affordable housing
Doria Summa prioritizes preserving existing affordable housing in Palo Alto over developing new market-rate properties.
Palo Alto teacher housing project passes the test - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto's planning commission approved a pivotal affordable housing project for educators, enhancing local housing availability and addressing affordability issues.
Builders vie to construct housing on downtown Palo Alto lot - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto is considering transforming downtown parking lots into affordable housing, with a plan for over 50 apartments on a Lytton Avenue lot.
Doria Summa wants to preserve existing affordable housing
Doria Summa prioritizes preserving existing affordable housing in Palo Alto over developing new market-rate properties.
Palo Alto teacher housing project passes the test - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto's planning commission approved a pivotal affordable housing project for educators, enhancing local housing availability and addressing affordability issues.
Teachers want to drop honors biology - school board to consider idea Jan. 21
Palo Alto science teachers aim to consolidate biology classes to reduce stress and stigma, promoting equality in educational opportunities for all students.
Parent advocate Chiu seeks new role on school board
Rowena Chiu aims to improve culture, transparency, and communication in the Palo Alto school board by advocating for disenfranchised families and challenging district decisions.
Godfrey elected to college board
Terry Godfrey has been elected to the Foothill-DeAnza Community College District, focusing on student housing and addressing workforce shortages.
Candidate Colohan is focused on school district budget
Palo Alto school board candidate Chris Colohan emphasizes the importance of transparency and understanding in budget management for the district.
Teachers want to drop honors biology - school board to consider idea Jan. 21
Palo Alto science teachers aim to consolidate biology classes to reduce stress and stigma, promoting equality in educational opportunities for all students.
Parent advocate Chiu seeks new role on school board
Rowena Chiu aims to improve culture, transparency, and communication in the Palo Alto school board by advocating for disenfranchised families and challenging district decisions.
Godfrey elected to college board
Terry Godfrey has been elected to the Foothill-DeAnza Community College District, focusing on student housing and addressing workforce shortages.
Candidate Colohan is focused on school district budget
Palo Alto school board candidate Chris Colohan emphasizes the importance of transparency and understanding in budget management for the district.
Candidates unanimously support making City Hall more accessible to the public.
There is concern regarding employee productivity due to remote working conditions.
Should Palo Alto parklets be allowed to extend in front of neighboring businesses?
Business owners in Palo Alto are divided over parklet regulations impacting their storefronts, highlighting compliance costs and effects on local commerce.
Voting machines appear to omit council candidate
Doria Summa's name was omitted from the main voting screen, affecting her visibility and potential votes during the election.
Candidates speak out on proposals for tall buildings
Palo Alto City Council faces tension between local housing regulations and state laws permitting denser housing amid a missed deadline for housing element certification.
$40 million to widen downtown sidewalks
Palo Alto City Council supports a $40 million project to modernize University Avenue sidewalks for a more vibrant downtown experience.
Candidate Cari Templeton armed with legislative experience to improve Palo Alto
Cari Templeton emphasizes the importance of enhancing community services for new residents alongside housing developments in Palo Alto.
Candidates say reopen City Hall
Candidates unanimously support making City Hall more accessible to the public.
There is concern regarding employee productivity due to remote working conditions.
Should Palo Alto parklets be allowed to extend in front of neighboring businesses?
Business owners in Palo Alto are divided over parklet regulations impacting their storefronts, highlighting compliance costs and effects on local commerce.
Voting machines appear to omit council candidate
Doria Summa's name was omitted from the main voting screen, affecting her visibility and potential votes during the election.
Candidates speak out on proposals for tall buildings
Palo Alto City Council faces tension between local housing regulations and state laws permitting denser housing amid a missed deadline for housing element certification.
$40 million to widen downtown sidewalks
Palo Alto City Council supports a $40 million project to modernize University Avenue sidewalks for a more vibrant downtown experience.
Candidate Cari Templeton armed with legislative experience to improve Palo Alto
Cari Templeton emphasizes the importance of enhancing community services for new residents alongside housing developments in Palo Alto.
Palo Alto treads lightly on artificial turf as health concerns surface - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto has paused synthetic turf installation due to health and safety concerns, particularly regarding reported injuries and environmental impacts.
Once primed for demolition, famed Bay Area dive bar to morph into trendy bakery
Antonio's Nut House will be transformed into Croissanté Bakery, showcasing innovative pastries and preserving the historical significance of the location.
Public raises concerns at meeting about chemical spill at Tesla research facility in Palo Alto
Residents criticized delayed communication regarding the chemical spill incident from Tesla, prompting city officials to enhance notification protocols for future incidents.
Police have 'promising leads' in downtown burglaries
Police are following promising leads regarding recent restaurant burglaries, which have significantly impacted local business owners.
Public raises concerns at meeting about chemical spill at Tesla research facility in Palo Alto
Residents criticized delayed communication regarding the chemical spill incident from Tesla, prompting city officials to enhance notification protocols for future incidents.
Police have 'promising leads' in downtown burglaries
Police are following promising leads regarding recent restaurant burglaries, which have significantly impacted local business owners.
New Palo Alto rules would curb parklet extensions - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto plans to revoke a policy allowing unconsented restaurant dining area extensions after downtown merchants raised concerns about property rights and business impacts.
Burglars target downtown restaurants - taking a safe in one case
Recent burglaries in downtown Palo Alto restaurants indicate a rising trend in crime, prompting increased police vigilance and community concern.
Magnussen's Toyota wants to move to Mountain View; one of Palo Alto's biggest sales tax generators
Magnussen's Toyota may relocate from Palo Alto to Mountain View if their new dealership is approved.
West Elm, a large store downtown, is closing
West Elm is closing its Palo Alto store, creating a significant vacancy in the downtown area, which is already struggling with business challenges.
Palo Alto feuds with contractor over public safety building - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto's public safety building project faces delays and rising costs due to contractor disputes, pushing completion to January 2025.
Palo Alto eyes upgrades for car-free California Avenue - San Jose Spotlight
California Avenue in Palo Alto is getting a makeover with new bike lanes and street improvements, marking a shift towards a pedestrian-friendly environment.
Town & Country handing out parking tickets to non-customers of shopping center
Town and Country Village is enforcing parking policies to deter unauthorized users, leading to fines issued by a private parking service.
Younger, pro-housing candidates take lead in fundraising for council
Young pro-housing candidates are leading in fundraising for Palo Alto council elections, while an outsider leads the school board race.
80-foot building that will replace Fish Market is on a fast track
The Fish Market apartment building proposal is on a fast track for approval under streamlined housing review rules established in response to state legislation.
Palo Alto drops idea of adding housing at Cubberley - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto leaders are excluding Cubberley Community Center from housing discussions, focusing instead on community amenities based on lessons learned from previous community feedback.
Younger, pro-housing candidates take lead in fundraising for council
Young pro-housing candidates are leading in fundraising for Palo Alto council elections, while an outsider leads the school board race.
80-foot building that will replace Fish Market is on a fast track
The Fish Market apartment building proposal is on a fast track for approval under streamlined housing review rules established in response to state legislation.
Palo Alto drops idea of adding housing at Cubberley - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto leaders are excluding Cubberley Community Center from housing discussions, focusing instead on community amenities based on lessons learned from previous community feedback.
John Uebbing was an innovative engineer and beloved community member whose legacy includes significant scientific contributions and cherished family memories.
Richard Carl Placone
Richard Placone was a dedicated community volunteer in Palo Alto for over six decades.
John Uebbing
John Uebbing was an innovative engineer and beloved community member whose legacy includes significant scientific contributions and cherished family memories.
Richard Carl Placone
Richard Placone was a dedicated community volunteer in Palo Alto for over six decades.
Tara VanDerveer, acclaimed Stanford women's basketball coach, to receive Kiwanis Angel of Service award for her contributions and achievements in sports.
Palo Alto prepares for another utility rate hike - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto's utility rates are increasing by 9% in 2025, reflecting ongoing inflation and maintenance needs.
Reckdahl moves into winners circle, Summa pushed out
Keith Reckdahl leads Doria Summa in the race for the final Palo Alto City Council seat amid slow ballot counting.
'JAR' slate takes lead for school board
Candidates Josh Salcman, Alison Kamhi, and Rowena Chiu lead the Palo Alto School Board race with promises of reform and improvement.
City rideshare's life extended
Palo Alto City Council extends rideshare service for six months after resident support, aiming to find sustainable funding.
Measure D would allow a portion of a park to be used as a bus lane
Measure D aims to create a bus lane through El Camino Park, with city leaders supporting its benefits despite the typical controversy over reducing parkland.