San Mateo Voter Guide 2026: What's On The Ballot, Voting, & More

From where to cast an early ballot to deciding on local and statewide candidates — here’s your San Mateo County voter guide.

Meet Adam Loraine, Candidate For San Mateo City Council

Adam Loraine told Patch why they should be elected to the San Mateo city council.

Meet Seema Patel, Candidate For San Mateo City Council

Seema Patel told Patch why they should be elected to the San Mateo City Council

Meet Dana Yates Sahae, Candidate For San Mateo City Council

Dana Yates Sahae told Patch why they should be elected to the San Mateo city council.

$226M Shortfall Could Force Deep Cuts To SMC Services

Officials warned that police, fire, health care, libraries and other services could be affected without a permanent state funding fix.

Charges Dropped Against California Doctor Accused Of Driving Family Off Devil's Slide

Judge Sharon Cho dismissed all charges, lifted the no harassment order for his family and ordered his passport to be released to him.

Election Results: San Mateo County Primary 2026

The polls are closed in San Mateo, and voters have had their say on Board of Supervisors as well as who will face off for governor.

Election Day In San Mateo: What’s On The Ballot For June 2 Primary

San Mateo County voters will choose candidates for congress, state assembly and more in the June election.

San Mateo County Voter Guide: What's On The June 2 Ballot

San Mateo County voters will choose candidates for congress, state assembly and more in the June election.

San Mateo Voter Guide: What's On The June 2 Ballot

San Mateo County voters will choose candidates for congress, state assembly and more in the June election.

Bay Area Tech Workers Feeling The Strain Amid Mounting Layoffs Across The Industry

Employment experts said the result is an intensely competitive job market, even as broader unemployment rates remain relatively low.

SMC Officials Say State Owes $157M In Unpaid Funds

County officials warn that without the owed revenue, essential services face devastating cuts.

Ransomware Attack Forces State Of Emergency In SMC City

The city's services were limited after officials detected suspicious network activity and shut down most computer systems.

$1.75 Million In Federal Funds Secured For Public Safety Tech And Childcare Center Renovation In San Mateo

The funds will go toward upgrading public safety technology and renovations to a community center providing affordable childcare services.

New Superintendent Of Schools Appointed By SMC Board Of Education

The appointment fills the vacancy created by the recent retirement of Nancy Magee.

San Mateo Advances ADU Reforms: No Parking Mandate, Faster Appeals

City council introduces updated ordinance to streamline ADU construction, eliminate parking requirements and route appeals.

Contentious Historical District Debate Highlighted At San Mateo Council Meeting

City Council implemented a new, owner-driven, two-step process for establishing future historic districts.

Pedestrian Death In San Mateo Sparks Push For Safety Changes

Officials and residents are urging Caltrans to implement immediate safety upgrades at the dangerous intersection.

Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder And Chief Elections Officer In SMC Will Not Seek Re-election

After 30 years of public service, the current Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer will leave office.

Every City In SMC To Join In Funding Lawsuit Against The State

The lawsuit accuses the state of violating a 2004 budget agreement.

'People Are Going To Die': Bay Area Homelessness Leaders Speak Out About HUD Cuts

The recent changes mark a stark departure from previous housing-first responses to homelessness.

3 Finalists Selected For SMC Sheriff To Replace Ousted Predecessor

The board of supervisors are looking to quickly replace the sheriff after removing the previous over misconduct allegations.

Application Opens For Next SMC Sheriff, County Will Hold Public Interviews

After the County made California history, voting to remove the sheriff, they now begin the process of finding a replacement

SMC Police Chief May Be Commuting From Idaho: Report

The police chief is accused of living at the station during workdays and commuting back to Idaho on days off.

Who Takes Over As SMC Sheriff After The Board Removed Corpus?

The board of supervisors unanimously voted to remove the sheriff.

SMC Commits Over $41 Million To Housing Projects Claiming To Be Affordable

The housing targets low-income families, seniors, homeless individuals, farmworkers, first-time homeowners and people with disabilities.

Newsom Signs Sweeping Housing Bill Allowing Taller, Denser Housing In San Mateo

The law overrides local zoning standards, allowing taller and more dense housing near specific transit stops in San Mateo.

Sheriff Removal Hearing Coming To An End In San Mateo County

The sheriff is expected to take the stand one last time before closing arguments.

Sheriff Accused Of Misconduct Takes The Stand During Removal Appeal Hearing In San Mateo County: Report

During the second day of the removal appeal hearing, the sheriff was grilled with questions regarding retaliations accusations and more.

Officer's Death Will Be Honored With Memorial Ceremony In San Mateo

The police department learned of the death five years ago and plans to honor it on the 69th anniversary.

Sheriff’s Attempt To Halt Removal Stopped By Judge In San Mateo County

Supervisors voted to remove the sheriff and once again her request to stop it has been denied.

In-Person Visits Stopped At Jail In San Mateo County Due To Elevator Outage

There is a mechanical issue with the only visitation elevator.

Sheriff Asks For Removal Proceedings To Be Made Public In San Mateo County

The sheriff had previously kept matters related to her removal private until her legal team made confidential documents public.

San Mateo County Revamps Alert System As Floods Decimate Parts Of The U.S.

The emergency alert system was rewritten with clearer language and faster warnings.

Peninsula Congressman Proposes Autonomous Vehicle Safety Rules

A San Mateo lawmaker has introduced a bill that aims to require more safety data from autonomous vehicle manufacturers.

San Mateo County Sheriff Denies Placing Sgt. On Leave In Retaliation For Whistleblowing

The denial is the latest twist in the saga of accusations and counter claims involving Sheriff Christina Corpus.

County Accuses Bay Area Sheriff Of Affair With Staffer And Punishing Whistleblowers

The sheriff’s legal team released previously concealed documents during an attempt to stop her removal.

Santa Clara County Could Lose Millions In Food Assistance

The Senate reconciliation bill would cut $186 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) over the next decade.

Sheriff Tries To Stop Removal Process In San Mateo County, Judge Rejects Attempt

A Superior Court Judge declined the sheriff’s second attempt to file a restraining order after supervisors voted to remove her.

Supervisors Uphold Recommendation To Remove Sheriff In San Mateo County, Await Possible Appeal

The Board of Supervisors approved the next step in the removal process but a possible evidentiary hearing is looming.