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.
Candidates unanimously support making City Hall more accessible to the public.
There is concern regarding employee productivity due to remote working conditions.
Emails show behind-the-scenes scramble when Lythcott-Haims revelations hit
The article reveals behind-the-scenes communication following a scandal involving Councilwoman Julie Lythcott-Haims and a former student.
Lythcott-Haims sought guidance on managing the personal affair's public fallout.
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.
Doria Summa wants to preserve existing affordable housing
Doria Summa prioritizes preserving existing affordable housing in Palo Alto over developing new market-rate properties.
$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.
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.
Emails show behind-the-scenes scramble when Lythcott-Haims revelations hit
The article reveals behind-the-scenes communication following a scandal involving Councilwoman Julie Lythcott-Haims and a former student.
Lythcott-Haims sought guidance on managing the personal affair's public fallout.
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.
Doria Summa wants to preserve existing affordable housing
Doria Summa prioritizes preserving existing affordable housing in Palo Alto over developing new market-rate properties.
$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.
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.
Palo Alto set to expand its network of license plate cameras - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto introduced automated license plate readers to aid in crime-fighting, but the technology faces scrutiny over privacy and accuracy issues.
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.
Palo Alto set to expand its network of license plate cameras - San Jose Spotlight
Palo Alto introduced automated license plate readers to aid in crime-fighting, but the technology faces scrutiny over privacy and accuracy issues.
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.
Tesla headquarters spills gallons of lime-green liquid into Bay Area street
A significant spill occurred at Tesla's headquarters, prompting major cleanup efforts due to concerns from locals.
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.
Tesla is building a Cybertruck-inspired bear statue in an ode to California
Tesla plans to build a Cybertruck-inspired bear statue in Palo Alto, paying homage to California's heritage despite relocating its headquarters to Texas.
Tesla headquarters spills gallons of lime-green liquid into Bay Area street
A significant spill occurred at Tesla's headquarters, prompting major cleanup efforts due to concerns from locals.
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.
Tesla is building a Cybertruck-inspired bear statue in an ode to California
Tesla plans to build a Cybertruck-inspired bear statue in Palo Alto, paying homage to California's heritage despite relocating its headquarters to Texas.
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.
Council members propose new rules for cell phone nodes
Proposed changes aim to give the Architectural Review Board authority over cell node applications to ensure public input and aesthetic considerations.
Theater conversion not wanted
The Palo Alto Architectural Review Board recommended denying a proposal to convert a historic movie theater into office space due to community opposition.
Council members propose new rules for cell phone nodes
Proposed changes aim to give the Architectural Review Board authority over cell node applications to ensure public input and aesthetic considerations.
Theater conversion not wanted
The Palo Alto Architectural Review Board recommended denying a proposal to convert a historic movie theater into office space due to community opposition.