From the archives: Police chief retires, says her departure was unrelated to red-light camera scandalSusan Manheimer retires after 19 years as police chief amid controversy over red-light camera program and timing issues with yellow lights.
Body found on back seat of minivan on Highway 101A deceased individual was found in a vehicle on a Bay Area highway, with no foul play suspected.
San Mateo Police Seize U-Haul Van Full Of Stolen Mail From Across The Bay AreaTwo suspects arrested with stolen mail from 100+ residents, including IDs and social security cards, following a mailbox break-in.
Thursday Morning What's Up: Body Found In Car on 101-SA body was found in a parked car on Highway 101, raising questions about possible foul play.Crime rates appear to be affecting peaceful neighborhoods like Montclair, as a robbery led to a shooting.
Woman accused of kidnapping, robbing man she met on Facebook during date, CA cops sayA woman was arrested for kidnapping and robbing a man she met on Facebook after an in-person date.
Girl arrested in San Mateo after stabbing two men, police saidA 16-year-old girl was arrested for allegedly stabbing two men in San Mateo's Los Prados Park.
Argument ends in stabbing on San Mateo sidewalkA stabbing incident in San Mateo led to one arrest and one hospitalization stemming from a heated argument.
San Jose man arrested on suspicion of pepper spraying and threatening someone with knife in San MateoA 34-year-old man was arrested for pepper spraying and threatening a man with a knife in San Mateo.
San Mateo Police Seize U-Haul Van Full Of Stolen Mail From Across The Bay AreaTwo suspects arrested with stolen mail from 100+ residents, including IDs and social security cards, following a mailbox break-in.
Thursday Morning What's Up: Body Found In Car on 101-SA body was found in a parked car on Highway 101, raising questions about possible foul play.Crime rates appear to be affecting peaceful neighborhoods like Montclair, as a robbery led to a shooting.
Woman accused of kidnapping, robbing man she met on Facebook during date, CA cops sayA woman was arrested for kidnapping and robbing a man she met on Facebook after an in-person date.
Girl arrested in San Mateo after stabbing two men, police saidA 16-year-old girl was arrested for allegedly stabbing two men in San Mateo's Los Prados Park.
Argument ends in stabbing on San Mateo sidewalkA stabbing incident in San Mateo led to one arrest and one hospitalization stemming from a heated argument.
San Jose man arrested on suspicion of pepper spraying and threatening someone with knife in San MateoA 34-year-old man was arrested for pepper spraying and threatening a man with a knife in San Mateo.
California Sheriffs Are Rarely Removed From Office. San Mateo Is Trying Anyway | KQEDSheriff recalls are historically rare in the United States, highlighting a new trend with San Mateo's decision to consider removing a sheriff.
Peninsula cops cleared in shooting of armed man last fallTwo officers will not face charges for shooting an armed man, deemed justified by prosecutors.
California Sheriffs Are Rarely Removed From Office. San Mateo Is Trying Anyway | KQEDSheriff recalls are historically rare in the United States, highlighting a new trend with San Mateo's decision to consider removing a sheriff.
Peninsula cops cleared in shooting of armed man last fallTwo officers will not face charges for shooting an armed man, deemed justified by prosecutors.
San Mateo: Police use pepper spray to arrest 19-year-old theft suspect fleeing authoritiesA 19-year-old theft suspect fled from police and hid under an overpass before being arrested with non-lethal pepper spray.
Stolen car chase ends in East Palo Alto man's arrestA man was arrested for stealing a car and leading police on a multi-city pursuit in the Peninsula.
San Mateo: Police use pepper spray to arrest 19-year-old theft suspect fleeing authoritiesA 19-year-old theft suspect fled from police and hid under an overpass before being arrested with non-lethal pepper spray.
Stolen car chase ends in East Palo Alto man's arrestA man was arrested for stealing a car and leading police on a multi-city pursuit in the Peninsula.
Judge throws out sheriff's attempt to stop ouster measureA judge ruled that Measure A can proceed, which could lead to the removal of Sheriff Christina Corpus from office.
fromFuncheap1 month agoRally at SF's City Hall Against Mass DeportationsA march from San Mateo to San Francisco is scheduled for February 16, followed by a rally at Civic Center.
San Mateo police asking for public's help to identify suspect involved in collision that killed oneMark Kremer, a San Mateo resident, was killed in a hit-and-run incident, prompting police to seek public assistance for identifying the suspect.
Lotto ticket worth $164,665 sold in San MateoA Fantasy 5 lottery ticket worth $164,665 was purchased at a gas station in San Mateo, California.
Call to Action: Stop San Mateo from Removing Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San FranciscoSan Mateo's bike lanes are crucial for enhancing safety despite parking complaints.Public sentiment heavily favors keeping bike lanes amidst safety concerns.
2025 Lunar New Year Celebration + Lion Dancing (Downtown San Mateo)The event features a Lion Dance and community activities for families in San Mateo.
'Equipment Issue' Leaves 36,000 San Mateo Households and Businesses Without PowerA significant power outage affected 36,000 PG&E customers in San Mateo due to an equipment problem.
Gourmet Bay Area grocery store closing after nearly 3 decadesDraeger's Market in San Mateo is closing to make way for a new mixed-use development after nearly 30 years of operation.
Plea bargain in rape case prompts lawsuit from victimA San Carlos woman is suing the DA's office for mishandling her rape case under Marsy's Law, claiming she wasn't informed of a plea deal.
San Mateo, Burlingame police shoot, injure man brandishing a gunPolice shot a man who pointed a firearm at them; he is in stable condition and investigations are underway.
19-year-old killed on train tracksA 19-year-old woman, Mariana Reinoso-Barreto, died after being hit by a Caltrain in San Mateo.
San Mateo, Burlingame police shoot, injure man brandishing a gunPolice shot a man who pointed a firearm at them; he is in stable condition and investigations are underway.
19-year-old killed on train tracksA 19-year-old woman, Mariana Reinoso-Barreto, died after being hit by a Caltrain in San Mateo.
Aenlle gave sheriff expensive gifts, report saysSheriff Corpus allegedly involved in unethical conduct with Chief of Staff Aenlle, receiving luxury gifts amidst accusations of a personal relationship.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Mateo County on Sep. 5New wildfire named Higgins reported in San Mateo County, California, with the cause still under investigation.
Breaking: San Mateo Fire reported in San Diego County on Nov. 8A new wildfire named San Mateo has ignited in San Diego County, affecting federal land managed by the Department of Defense.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Mateo County on Sep. 5New wildfire named Higgins reported in San Mateo County, California, with the cause still under investigation.
Breaking: San Mateo Fire reported in San Diego County on Nov. 8A new wildfire named San Mateo has ignited in San Diego County, affecting federal land managed by the Department of Defense.
San Mateo man arrested on suspicion of human traffickingA San Mateo man was arrested for suspected human trafficking and making threats against an unpaid caregiver.
Residents stunned by new water ratesResidents in Mid-Peninsula face significant water bill increases due to a new pricing tier from Cal Water, some reporting jumps of $200 to $300.
Pregnant San Mateo woman's boyfriend suspected of strangling her, authorities sayKirsten Castle, a pregnant woman, was found dead, leading to the arrest of her boyfriend, Andrew Coleman, on murder charges.
San Mateo's housing plan receives state approvalSan Mateo's housing plans to build 10,000 homes by 2031 meet California housing laws, allowing implementation of key policies and programs.
How San Mateo's new street closure has helped some businesses and hurt othersSan Mateo downtown is closing two city blocks to cars for pedestrian-only experience, met with mixed reactions from businesses and residents.
The fight over building new housing in San Mateo Co., least compliant in Bay Area to state mandatesBalancing tradition with new construction mandates in San Mateo poses challenges.