Menlo Park Money Advisor Sued By San Francisco City Attorney

SF City Attorney Dennis Herrera is going after Caroline Novak for allegedly buying units, illegally renting them out and lying about it.

Signals On At Willow Rd., But Other Commute Problems Exist

The Peninsula morning commute has had its problems: signals out, flooding, an obstacle, and two crashes between San Carlos and Sunnyvale.

When Loss Hits Home: Menlo Park Fire Chief Homestead Destroyed

"No one could have imagined it would turn into hell on Earth," Menlo Park Fire Chief Harold Schapelhouman said about the Camp Fire.

'Firenado' Truck From Carr Fire Bought By Menlo Park District

The 1941 GMC pickup truck recovered from the fire tornado of the Carr Fire was taken to the Menlo Park Fire District meeting Tuesday night.

New Menlo Park Police Commander Comes On Board

The city hired Rich Struckman to head the patrol division of the department in Menlo Park. He will begin his assignment Tuesday.

Menlo Park Fire Marks Century For First Station Built For War

The Peninsula city's first station was constructed in 1919 for fighting more than fire. It was a training place for the U.S. War Department.

San Mateo Co Strikes Camp Fire, Uses New Cal Fire Structure List

The county strike team has waged a fight in Paradise before shifting to Oroville, while Cal Fire has put up a list of damaged structures.

Menlo Park Man Suspected Of Arson

The first fire was reported about 4:18 p.m. Saturday.

Blaze Next Door To Fire Station Quickly Put Out

The house fire was extinguished by Menlo Park Fire Station 77 in 14 minutes. Two residents were displaced, but no one was hurt.

I-280 NB Crash In Menlo Park Prolongs Peninsula Commute

The crash scene located south of Alpine Road is blocking the right shoulder as of 10 a.m. Expect delays.

Vehicle Hit By Train, Goes Airborne In Peninsula Wreck

The vehicle was caught up in a traffic backup, and the driver couldn't move off the tracks at the Ravenswood Avenue grade.

Traffic Alert: Expect Delays on Willow Rd. From Stalled Big Rig

Menlo Park police reports the problem leads up to the Dumbarton Bridge. Others prompting delays exist in Campbell, SJ and Morgan Hill.

Transient Sentenced To Life For Murder In Menlo Park

Jermaine Jones was convicted in March for killing Carl Purvis, Jr. in a drive-by shooting in Menlo Park in 2011.

At-risk Man Found Safe In San Mateo County

Mike Andrews, 38, was reported missing Friday afternoon. It was determined the man may not be able to care for himself.

Missing SF Man Maybe On Meds Last Seen In Menlo Park

Mike Andrews, 38, shown here may be taking medications for an unknown psychiatric issue and could be attempting to return to S.F.

Structure Fire Quickly Doused In N. Fair Oaks By Menlo Park Fire

The kitchen fire was started on a stove top in a single-story duplex on Dumbarton Avenue. Firefighters extinguished the fire in 3 minutes.

WWII Ladder System Used To Rescue Man On Dumbarton Bridge

Menlo Park Police and Fire rescued a man "under the influence" on the Dumbarton Rail Bridge over Highway 101 with a special ladder system.

Large Truck Blocking Traffic In Menlo Park

Menlo Park police issued a traffic advisory at the intersection of Santa Cruz Ave. and Sand Hill Road.

Menlo Park Fire Force Growing In Numbers

The Fire Protection District is at full staffing now, with 94 firefighters, engineers and captains.

Menlo Park Residents Can Now Text 911 In An Emergency

All SMC Law Enforcement and Fire Agencies’ 911 Dispatch Centers are now equipped with the technology for "text-to-911" services.

Suspicious Man Who Approached Girl Sought

The man allegedly drove up and engaged conversation with the girl out walking near Ringwood and Coleman avenues last week.

Three South Bay Cities Make Top 50 Safe List

SafeWise used FBI crime data, resulting in a ranking of Menlo Park at No. 11; Palo Alto, No. 20; and Cupertino, No. 27.

Shelter Order Lifted, Scene Cleared Following Hazmat Spill

Update: Menlo Park Police announced at 3:35 p.m. the scene of a hazardous materials call was cleared, no more shelter order.

Hazmat Spill Prompts Police To Order Residents To Seek Shelter

The spill on Bohannon Drive in Menlo Park is located across from Bedwell Bayfront Park. No further details are available yet.

Rape-Attempt Suspect Nabbed In Menlo Park

The East Palo Alto suspect, who was identified as Rogelio Artiga, 19, was booked into the San Mateo County Jail.

Menlo Park Man Killed In Head-On Crash

Sheriff's officials say the local man died in a weekend wreck.

Menlo Park Fire Breaks Out In Electronics Manufacturing Facility

Fire crews were dispatched and Menlo Park police officers helped evacuate about 60 workers from the building.

Lumber Truck Overturns Into 'Massive' Menlo Park Work Site

Fire officials said the truck "narrowly missed" tumbling into the underground parking area.

Fugitive In Deadly Menlo Park Racing Crash Extradited To Bay Area

A 6-year-old girl died as a result of the illegal street racing crash, police said.

Toddler In Critical Condition After Being Hit In Menlo Park

Police say the tot was riding a toy vehicle when they were hit by a sedan.

Man Found Dead In Menlo Park Alley

Officers found him with a visible head wound in an alley near his house, according to police.

Person Killed On Peninsula Caltrain Tracks

Caltrain officials said this is the seventh fatality of the year.

Menlo Park-Based Rescue Task Force Heads To Hawaii Ahead Of Storm

Three dozen members of the California Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 3 left Thursday to help in Oahu should Hurricane Lane cause damage.

Menlo Park Police Help Bust Peninsula Burglary Ring

Police are still searching for more suspects in the case.

Man ID'd Who Was Found Dead Near San Mateo Bridge

The person was found in the Bay on Thursday.

Suspect Arrested, Accused Of 3 Menlo Park BevMo! Break-Ins

Police said in each incident the store's front window was smashed and alcohol stolen.

Man Arrested In Connection With Menlo Park Stabbing

The 21-year-old is accused of stabbing a man who was sitting in a car on Willow Road.

Teens From Menlo Park, Redwood City Nabbed For Prowling

The teens, aged 15 to 18, were allegedly shining flashlights into parked cars and tried fleeing when officers arrived, according to police.

National Night Out 2018 Features BBQ, Bounce Houses In Atherton

Also on tap: face-painting; music; the CHP’s Chipper the Chipmunk; balloon makers; and puppies. Save the date!

National Night Out 2018: Menlo Park Sign-Ups Underway

"There are also many great give-away items for block parties that register with the Menlo Park Police Department early."