12 Days Of Cheer In Palo Alto: Making This A December To Remember

Celebrate the season all month long with local lights, cozy stops, markets and hometown holiday charm.

2025 Palo Alto Holiday Guide: Lights, Festive Fun & Good Cheer

From small-town charm to seasonal celebrations, these hometown holiday highlights bring the spirit of the season to life.

Santa Claus Is Coming To Palo Alto! Here’s Where To See The Jolly Man In Red

Santa season is here! Find out when and where to meet St. Nick before he heads back to the North Pole.

2025 Toy Drives in Palo Alto: Where to Donate

Help make the season brighter ​— donate a toy and spread joy to local children and families in need this holiday season.

Lend A Hand In Palo Alto: Holiday Volunteer Opportunities Near You

Help make a difference close to home by giving your time and talents to local organizations this holiday season.

Multiple Nighttime Home Burglaries Reported In Palo Alto; 2 Interrupted By Residents

The Palo Alto Police Department said in a press release Tuesday that dispatchers received a call at about 9:26 p.m.

2 Men Shatter Sliding Glass Door, Break Into Occupied Home: Police

Two suspects broke in while an elderly couple was inside, according to Palo Alto Police Department.

Palo Alto Gives Back: How To Make A Difference This Season And Beyond

Discover meaningful ways to give back — from volunteering and donating to supporting community programs year-round.

​Police Search For Man Who Exposed Himself To Teen Girl In Palo Alto

She walked away and later contacted the police.

Another Elderly Victim Scammed Out Of Jewelry By Woman Who Uses Fake Jewelry To Disorient Victims

The victim pushed the woman away, who got back in the car and drove away. The victim then noticed that her necklace had been taken.

Santa Clara Restaurant Will Commemorate Diwali With A Special Celebration

Three Bay Area restaurants are hosting Diwali events with authentic menus.

Bowman School Celebrates 30 Years with 5 “Best of Silicon Valley” Awards

Unique Montessori School Excels Again - through Grade 12

Pumpkin Patches In Palo Alto: Your Guide To Fall Family Fun

Pick the perfect pumpkin, enjoy seasonal treats and discover the best spots for autumn adventures.

Born Within the Amazon Rainforest, How the Most-Anticipated Social Media Giant Kornerz Beat All Odds

Promoting Real-Life, Real-Time Conversations, Casual Coffee-Lounge Platform App Gaining Momentum, Designed By Their Brazilian Founder

The Power of Reflective Leadership: How Self-Awareness Strengthens Organizational Growth

Russ Ewell

Mass Layoffs Announced At Stanford University Blamed On Trump Cuts

The school cited ongoing economic uncertainty and federal reductions in funding for education.

YouTube To Roll Out New AI-Powered Technology Aimed At Identifying Teen Users

YouTube announced on Tuesday it is planning to roll out a new age-estimation technology that will identify users under the age of 18.

Leading Without Authority: How Influence Drives Change in Flat Organizations

By Russ Ewell

Palo Alto Man Accused Of Throwing Table At Stranger

A man was arrested after throwing a table at a stranger with zero provocation, police allege.

Palo Alto Man Killed After Crashing Into Tree

The fatal crash occurred just before midnight near the intersection of San Antonio Road and Alma Street.

Homes Values Down In This Wealthy CA Market: Report

Potential causes for the downturn include President Trump’s disruptive economic policies and stubborn high interest rates, the report said.

Palo Alto’s Bowman School Hosts Regional Symposium

Bowman’s Montessori Leadership Showcased - Local & Global

Meta And Constellation Sign 20-Year Nuclear Power Deal In Illinois To Power AI

The investment with Meta will also expand the output of a Constellation Energy Illinois nuclear plant.

Stanford Student Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle On Campus

The sophomore, a prominent member of the Stanford community, was riding an e-bike on campus when he was struck and killed.

Stanford University Marks A Century Of Scientific Discoveries

Stanford University is celebrating 100 years of engineering, commemorating a century of innovation and showcasing tomorrow's engineering.

Galactic Getaway Rocket Exhibit Touches Down at Stanford Again

Local teen’s nonprofit brings next-generation space display to one of the country’s top place at Stanford Aeronautics and Astronautics

Empathy as a Strategy: How Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Build Resil

Russ Ewell

Gott’s Roadside In Palo Alto Adds Summer Flavors To Menu

The Town & Country Village location showcases the mouth-watering flavors.

Bowman School Leader Receives “Tribute to Women” Award

Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership: School Trend Continues

Hiker Missing In San Mateo County

A Redwood City woman went missing Thursday.

Mark Zuckerberg's Schools For Low-Income Families To Close Permanently

Silicon Valley campuses are closing as big tech rolls back several high-profile social initiatives.

Bay Area Crosswalk Signals Hacked With AI Messages Impersonating Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg

Bulou Varanisese was one of many people who saw the videos trending on social media, but she was skeptical that it was real.

Felonies Filed Against Pro-Palestinian Stanford Occupiers

The occupiers vandalized the interior of a building, causing hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage.

Palo Alto Councilman Looking To Pass Ordinance Limiting Light Pollution

Palo Alto City Councilman Greer Stone is one of the officials spearheading a new Dark Sky ordinance for the city.

Salt & Straw Palo Alto Brings Back Upcycled Foods Ice Cream Series

Find out how to get a free waffle cone on Earth Day.

Justice Dept. Launches Probe Of Stanford University

"The Department of Justice will put an end to a shameful system in which someone's race matters more than their ability."

Stanford Head Coach Parts Ways With University

Stanford University's football team has parted ways with its head coach Troy Taylor, the team announced Tuesday.

Proposal Seeks To Improve Cleanup Of Abandoned Shopping Carts In California

"My bill eliminates blight and creates incentives for retailers to collaborate. with local governments," Sen. Cortese said in a statement.

Dead Body Found In Park Friday Morning

Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the police department.

Mosquito Spraying Planned Thursday

The Vector Control District aims to reduce the population of aggressive biting mosquitoes.