Save The Date: Palo Alto Chamber To Host City Council Candidate Forum

The event will be Sept. 15 in council chambers.

Water Board OKs Grants For 11 Wildlife Habitat Restoration Projects

In Palo Alto, that means nearly $96,000 for the Palo Alto Baylands Tidal Lagoon, among other projects.

Tesla Reports First Death From Car On Autopilot, Investigation Underway

Tesla Motors confirmed Thursday that the NHTSA will open a preliminary evaluation into the performance of Autopilot after a death.

Obama Will Address Entrepreneurship Summit Friday At Stanford

President Barack Obama will arrive in the Bay Area on Thursday, then address the 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit at Stanford on Friday.

San Jose Man Convicted Of Tax Evasion

A San Jose man was convicted of tax evasion in in federal court on Tuesday.

Paradise Lost: 34 Percent Of SF Bay Area Residents Consider Leaving

Apparently, for more than one-third of San Francisco Bay Area residents, it's time to move out.

Father Blasts Dad Of Stanford Rapist In Emotional Letter

"This is why young men continue to rape women," he wrote.

Father of Convicted Swimmer Blames '20 Minutes of Action'

The father of a former Stanford swimmer pled with the court for leniency in his son's case, writing imprisonment "would be a steep price."

Bernie Sanders Rally In Palo Alto Set For Wednesday

Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is scheduled to appear at a Palo Alto rally on Wednesday.

Sanders And The Warriors: "A Good Omen For Our Campaign"

Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders showed up late to the Warriors game Monday, then noted some similarities to his campaign.

Former Palo Alto Resident May Have Joined ISIS: Report

A national news television network is reporting that a former Palo Alto resident may have joined ISIS.

Real Estate Agent Arrested For Grand Theft, Elder Abuse in Santa Clara County

A real estate agent suspected of convincing two elderly people in Santa Clara County to write checks for fake home offers was arrested.

Marijuana Legalization In California Moves To November Ballot: Do You Agree?

California is the only state on the West Coast that has not legalized recreational use of marijuana. Will voters change the law in November?

Donald Trump Expected To Speak Friday At State Republican Convention In Burlingame

The California Republican convention kicks off in Burlingame today with large protests expected when Donald Trump appears at a luncheon.

Traffic Alert: President Obama in Bay Area Friday

President Barack Obama will visit San Francisco to attend fundraising events, White House officials said.

Former Stanford Swimmer Convicted Of Sexual Assault

A former Stanford University star swimmer was convicted of sexually assaulting a woman who was drunk and unconscious at a frat party.

Child Abuse Council of Santa Clara County Awards Local Leaders

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

Stanford Expert: Telling Muslims They're Not Welcome Fuels Terrorism Support

Election-year demands from politicians to stop admitting Syrian refugees and other Muslims could prove counterproductive and even dangerous.

Hillary Clinton to Speak at Stanford Wednesday

Her campaign says she'll give an address on counterterrorism in the wake of Brussels attacks.

Daylight Saving Time Could End In California

Assembly Bill 2496 would end the practice of seasonal time changes in California, undoing a law that voters approved back in 1949.

Shine On Down: More Solar Power For Palo Alto

The cost of a new, additional solar contract for Palo Alto is 47 percent cheaper than for any contract previously paid by the City.

CDC Officials To Arrive, Study Palo Alto Suicide Clusters

With recent clusters of Palo Alto teen suicides, an epidemiological study will be launched in the area by the federal agency.

Palo Alto City Library Launches New Service Platform

Among the coming improvements: Chinese, English, Russian and Spanish language interfaces.

New Poll Reveals California Voters' Top Two Concerns

What do you think came out as most worrisome issues facing the Golden State?

Passport Backlog: Renew Your Passports Now, Palo Alto!

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

Save The Date: Palo Alto To Host 2nd Annual Teen Forum

Goal is to promote dialogue among local youth and address teen issues.

15 New California Laws That May Change Your Life in 2016

Mandatory vaccines, gun violence restraining order, 'yes means yes': Be sure you're informed on these impactful new California laws.

New Year = New Laws: Are You Up To Speed On Latest Rules Of The Road?

Spare yourself a ticket: Read the changes coming on Jan. 1, 2016 in CA. Especially if Santa is bringing you an electric skateboard ...

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.

FEMA Prepares, Says NorCal at 'Substantial Risk' in El Nino Event

A 66-page Severe El Nino Disaster Response plan says levee failures are one of the largest fears.

Got a New Law Idea, Palo Alto? Local Senator Wants to Hear It!

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

UPDATED: Crab Season Delayed Due To Toxic Algae Bloom

California Fish and Game Commission voted to delay the season in an emergency meeting after health officials warn against eating local crabs

Palo Alto Trees Need Water (Especially) During Times of Drought

"It is important to maintain the health of our urban canopy," the city says.

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.

Are California Republican Voters Fed Up with Donald Trump's Antics?

Candid interviews with several Republican voters after the GOP debate seem to suggest so.

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.