Computer Glitch Bogs Down Mtn. View DMV

Heads up, if planning to go there! Outage bugs have hit some Bay Area offices and caused problems since Monday.

More Than Half A Million Californians Register To Vote Days Before Deadline

"It is clear that Californians are ready to vote!"

Measure B: Santa Clara Co. Voters To Decide Half-Cent Sales Tax For Transportation Projects

Plans include extending BART, repairing roads and easing congestion.

Measure A's $950 Million Housing Bond Aimed At Affordable Housing; But Will It Really Aid Homeless Crisis?

"The money doesn't go very far because land is very expensive," said Mtn. View councilmember.

Governor Signs Bill Requiring Law Enforcement Officers To Safely Stow Guns Left In Vehicles

The bill introduced by Sen. Jerry Hill stemmed from incidents where citizens were shot with guns stolen from patrol cars.

After 60+ Years, USGS Office May Move To Moffett Field

The federal office has called Menlo Park home since 1954.

Santa Clara Co. OKs Funding For Shelters In Sunnyvale, Gilroy To Get Homeless Off Streets

"People need a place to go when the weather is cold and wet. It's as simple as that," Supervisor Joe Simitian said. [Breaking]

Water Board OKs Grants For 11 Wildlife Habitat Restoration Projects

In Mountain View, that means nearly $44,000 for the Permanente Creek Watershed Enhancement Project, among other projects​.

Bay Area's Historic Angel Island Immigration Center Receives State Funding

The $3 million boost will aid the facility, the West Coast equivalent of Ellis Island, in historic restoration and preservation.

Ex-Deputy Sentenced For Molesting Girl In Mountain View, Gilroy Homes

An ex-San Mateo County sheriff's deputy was sentenced Friday for child molestation of an underage female relative in Santa Clara County.

Donald Trump Coming To California: Set To Speak In Burlingame

Trump has been chosen to deliver the keynote address at the California Republican Party Convention kickoff lunch banquet later this month.

Diridon HSR Station Receives $600k Funding Stipend

San Jose has received about $600,000 in government funding for the Diridon station through an agreement with California High-Speed Rail.

Child Abuse Council of Santa Clara County Awards Local Leaders

Mountain View is invited to attend the Child Abuse Council Symposium on April 1. The event will address trending issues in child welfare.

Bay Area Grows Faster Than 370 Other US Population Centers

The San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward metropolitan statistical area added the 11th largest number of people in the US between 2014 and 2015.

City Response To Pending Lawsuit Announces More Police Training

City Manager Dan Rich sends out an open letter to the citizens of Mountain View before a lawsuit against the city commences.

Mountain View Bus Shuttles Make Changes

The changes that started Monday focus on routing improvements and simplifying the schedule.

City Of Mountain View Among 3 Recipients Of Water District Grant

The district awarded grant funds to three water conservation projects.

Passport Backlog: Renew Your Passports Now, Mtn. View!

The U.S. State Department is expecting an influx of passport renewals soon, which could create lengthy delays.

Mountain View Welcomes New Assistant City Manager

Audrey Seymour Ramberg takes over her new role in February.

CA Supreme Court Nixes Expanding Environmental Impact Reports

Conservation groups said some scrutiny of hazards are still in place, but others may be "swept under rug."

Early Quake Warning System for West Coast? Funding Bill Headed for Vote

The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.

Bay Area Legislators Announce Legislation To Boost California Tour Bus Inspection Program

The tour bus that crashed in San Francisco and injuring 20 was never inspected.

Mountain View Considers Options to Assist Renters

Many renters have complained of multiple increases while leasing on a month-to-month basis and desire a long-term agreement.

Got a New Law Idea, Mountain View? Local Senator Wants to Hear It!

Senator Jerry Hill Opens 8th Annual Bill Idea Contest; Constituents Invited to Submit Proposals by January 15

California Becomes First State to Regulate Antibiotic Use in Livestock

The law is aimed at curbing antibiotic resistance, which some researchers blame for killing 23,000 Americans each year.

Gov. Brown Signs California Fair Pay Act

"It is about fairness for workers; it is about good business; and it is about time," said Equal Rights Advocates Exec. Dir. Noreen Farrell.

'No Drone Zone' Declared in San Francisco For Fleet Week

Violators face a $10,000, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

FBI Joins Investigation of Santa Clara County Jail Deputies

Three deputies have been charged with murder, while several deputies have been placed on leave.

County Prosecutors Force Settlement From Online Company

The California-based company will pay millions because of its lack of online disclosures.

Initiative Seeks to Tax Wealthy Homeowners to Fund Programs for the Poor

The Secretary of State approved a signature gathering process for a measure that would tax homes worth more than $3 million.

Two From Bay Area to Hear Pope in Person Thursday

Others from the Bay Area will be watching from here.

County Rips Up Contract, Sues Turner Construction Over Hospital Project

The county is seeking tens of millions of dollars in damages from the construction company. The project is years behind schedule.

San Jose Airport Gets Grant to Study Runway Safety

The two year study will get underway in November. The FAA recently changed its standards for runway safety.

Environmental Group Opposes Plan to Blow Up Old Bay Bridge Piers

A Baykeeper scientist fears the plan could harm wildlife and pollute the Bay.

Will the Governor Sign It? Legislature Passes Bill to Protect Firefighting Efforts From Drones

The governor vetoed another bill last week that would have protected residents from intrusive drone flights.

On the Fringe: Do California Voters See Trump as a Viable Candidate?

Trends in California come and go and according to recent polls, Trump may be one of them.

Senate Approves Vaccination Requirement for Day Care Workers

All day care workers in California would be required to get vaccinated if Gov. Brown signs a new law passed by the senate.

Mountain View Names New Fire Chief

He holds multiple degrees and certifications, and has more than 30 years of experience.

Santa Clara Co. Names New Cultural Competency Director

Arcel V. Blume is taking role of Cultural Competency Director for Children Services.

Caltrain Begins Improvements to Prevent Suicides

Caltrain is taking a multi-pronged approach to deter suicides.