CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In San Mateo County

As of Nov. 3, there were 446,763 registered voters in San Mateo County.

Supervisors Will Appoint New SMC Sheriff, No Special Election Will Be Held

This news came hours after a judge rejected the former sheriff's attempt to challenge her removal.

Supervisors Will Discuss How To Fill SMC Sheriff Vacancy

The board of supervisors are inviting the public to provide input into the process of replacing the sheriff after the recent removal.

SMC Sheriff Used Loophole Right Before She Was Removed To Keep 90% Of Salary For Life: Report

The Board of Supervisors made history by being the first in the state to vote to remove a sheriff.

SMC Sheriff Officially Ousted From Her Position By Board Of Supervisors

After many months of fighting to remain in office, the embattled sheriff has been stripped of her position.

75k Awarded To SMC Sheriff's Office To Crackdown On Businesses Who Sell To Minors

The department issued the grant to nearly 50 California law enforcement agencies to reduce underage drinking.

Supervisors Will Cast Final Vote To Decide SMC Sheriff's Removal

After months of hearings and appeals, the board of supervisors will vote one last time to decide whether to remove the embattled sheriff.

Judge Finds Cause To Remove Sheriff In San Mateo County

The judge issued a 42-page opinion that clears a crucial step for the supervisors to remove the embattled sheriff.

$4.5M In SMC Sales Tax Money Earmarked For Early Childhood Education

The funding aims to address an educator shortage, and expand childcare access.

Local Leaders Urge 'Yes' Vote On Measure To Remove SMC Sheriff

The Board of Supervisors currently does not have the authority to remove the sheriff or any other elected official.

SMC Reviews Preparedness Amid Devastating CA Wildfires

Supervisors have asked emergency planners to evaluate the county's entire wildfire response system and find areas in need of improvement.

Monthly Payments For Domestic Violence Survivors Piloted In SMC

A pilot program approved Tuesday will provide $1,000 a month to help survivors of domestic violence leave an abusive partner.

SMC Approves Raises For Thousands Of County Workers

The contacts include guaranteed raises, more wellness days, a three-day "winter recess," and a new paid holiday.

SMC Supes Approve Ballot Measure To Grant Them Power To Fire Sheriff

If approved by a simple majority of voters in the county, the amendment would allow supervisors to remove the sheriff by a four-fifths vote.

Board Accuses Sheriff Of Lies, Abuse, And Using Homophobic Slur

The sheriff has firmly resisted calls to resign over allegations including retaliation and a personal relationship with her chief of staff.

SMC Supes Close In On Charter Amendement To Oust Sheriff

If approved, San Mateo County voters will be asked to weigh in on giving the board the power to remove the sheriff in a March 4 election.

SMC Workers Secure Raises, New Paid Holiday Under Tentative Agreement

The union representing more than 2,000 public sector workers said the deal includes the largest annual wage increase in over two decades.

SMC Supes Share Scathing Report On Sheriff Corpus, Chief Of Staff

An investigation into Sheriff Christina Corpus and her chief of staff found multiple instances of malfeasance, according to the report.

New Executive Named For SMC Superior Court

Chad Peace, who currently is serving as director of Justice Court services for Harris County in Texas, will succeed Neal Taniguchi.

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Kamala Harris, JD Vance and maximum ages

One Of CA's Richest Towns Is Running Out Of Money: Reports

The town's average residence is worth $3.8 million and it is home to tech billionaires, but its government is low on funds, reports said.

SMC Supes Direct $18.5M To Affordable Housing Efforts

The latest funds will support affordable housing developments across the region, including new apartments under construction in Belmont.

Trump Supporters Rally To Welcome JD Vance To Woodside For Fundraiser

Dozens of Trump supporters rallied in Woodside Wednesday, all hoping to get a glance of vice presidential candidate JD Vance.

Ballots Mailed, Drop Boxes Open In San Mateo County

Ballots are starting to arrive in mailboxes across the Bay Area, and residents have until 8 p.m. on Nov. 5 to cast their votes.

SMC's Minimum Wage To Rise In 2025

Workers earning the minimum wage in incorporated San Mateo County will get an automatic raise in the New Year.

Accusations, Recriminations Continue Amid Sheriff's Office Drama

The latest chapter in the ongoing fued began when the sheriff accused the San Mateo County Executive of interfering with her office.

Tensions Mount As SMC Sheriff Spars With Unions Over Chief Of Staff

Two unions have accused the sheriff's chief of staff of creating a toxic work environment and interfering with protected union activities.

Donald Trump To Appear At Peninsula Fundraiser On Friday

In addition to the former president's motorcade, residents can expect disruption from a planned demonstration.

SMC Supes Consider Final 2024-25 Budget Plan

The Board of Supervisors is expected to hold its final hearing on a budget plan that includes a boost in cash headed to the reserve fund.

SMC Approves $14M For Growing Affordable Housing Development

Once all five phases are completed, the revamped Midway Village will be home to over 500 affordable housing units near the Cow Palace.

SMC Supes Consider Ballot Measure For More Affordable Housing

The measure's language is still being crafted but would authorize the county to add about 2,900 affordable housing units.

SMC Sheriff Named To State Correctional Board

Chistina Corpus will be the only NorCal sheriff on the Board of State and Community Corrections.

SMC OKs $40M To Support 7 Affordable Housing Projects

The money will help construct more than 430 apartments and homes for low-income seniors, farmworkers, former foster kids and more.

After Devastating Fire, SMC Plans To Rebuild Affordable Apartments

County leaders are comitting to a rebuild after an 8-alarm fire gutted an affordable housing complex under construction in North Fair Oaks.

SMC Supes Consider $34.5M For Social Safety Nets

County supervisors this month are discussing how to use tens of millions in Measure K funds this year.

SMC Supes Probe AT&T Plan To Cut Landline Service

Supervisors warned the move could leave thousands of residents in rural areas without reliable access to 911.

Peninsula Leaders Mull Local Regulation Of Autonomous Vehicles

A bill in the state Senate would bring regulatory power for AV services into the hands of local governments.

Homeless Camp Ordinance Moves Forward On The Peninsula

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to introduce the measure and will consider a few changes before scheduling a final vote.

Salary Compaction - What is it? Who wins? Who loses?

Would you hire someone who made more money than you if that meant you got an almost automatic raise?

Proposed Law Could Criminalize Homeless Encampments In SMC

Supervisors will consider a law making it a misdemeanor to be living in an encampment after twice turning down county offers of shelter.