San Mateo Approves Map For New District Elections

Beginning in Nov. 2022, the city would be divided into five districts and one councilmember will be elected from each district.

San Mateo Council To Vote On District Elections Map

After redistricting is finished, future San Mateo city councilmembers must live in the district that they wish to represent.

$85K Grant Awarded To San Mateo Police For Traffic Safety Program

The grant, provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety, will pay for additional enforcement measures.

San Mateo Backs Down On Housing Ruling With Statewide Impact

The city will not appeal a court's decision upholding California's Housing Accountability Act on a 10-unit development proposal.

YouTube Gets Approval From San Bruno To Expand Peninsula HQ

The expansion will include 440,000 square feet of office space across a pair of three-story buildings.

San Mateo-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: Latest Data

The San Mateo County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Justice Reform Bill By Peninsula State Sen. Signed By Gov. Newsom

State Sen. Josh Becker's bill "closes an unjust loophole and brings greater fairness to our criminal justice system," he said.

Back Rent Down In San Mateo County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 San Mateo County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

San Mateo Council Approves Permanent Downtown Street Closures

Councilmembers all supported the move to permanently close two segments of B Street in downtown San Mateo to vehicular traffic.

Peninsula Lawmakers Push Bills To Curb Airport Noise

The lawmakers said that the FAA has been slow to act despite studies showing an increase in noise complaints among residents near SFO.

Peninsula City Bans Single-Use Plastics At Restaurants

Enforcement of the Daly City ordinance will start in 2022.

California Recall: Where To Vote In San Mateo

The gubernatorial recall election that will decide Gov. Gavin Newsom's fate arrives Tuesday. Here's how to find a polling place near you.

San Mateo-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The San Mateo County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Peninsula State Sen. Named Chair Of New Clean Energy Subcommittee

Josh Becker will chair the committee that will work towards a goal of achieving a 100 percent clean electrical grid.

Peninsula Clean Energy To Receive Geothermal Power Next Year

The energy from The Geysers, the world’s largest geothermal complex, is expected to power 60,000 households each year in San Mateo County.

Peninsula Police Chief Retires After 30 Years Of Service

“This is bittersweet for me,” said South San Francisco Police Chief Jeff Azzopardi, who has served in the role since 2014.

Peninsula City Fires City Manager, Promotes Police Chief For Now

Peter Pirnejad was fired on Wednesday after less than eight months on the job. City officials did not provide a reason for the decision.

California Recall: Ballot Drop Off, Polling Places In San Mateo

The gubernatorial recall Election Day that will decide Gov. Gavin Newsom's fate arrives Sept. 14. Here's how and where to vote.

Social Workers To Join San Mateo County Private Defender Program

A team of social workers will help clients get services such as mental health help or housing assistance, according to a report.

San Mateo Co. Residents Eligible For Electric Vehicle Rebates

Residents can receive rebates of up to $4,000 if they purchase a used electric vehicle via a program by Peninsula Clean Energy.

San Mateo-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

San Mateo County Hopes To Grow Arts Presence Through New Office

Led by an Arts Commission member, the Office of Arts and Culture will oversee funding and incorporate the arts into other city departments.

San Mateo Co. Sues McKinsey Over Opioid Sales

In San Mateo County, the number of deaths from opioids has steadily increased in recent years.

San Mateo County Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated San Mateo residents.

$6M In Federal Funds For San Mateo Co. Community Projects

In a statement, Rep. Jackie Speier said that the funds are part of “bold, sweeping measures to invest in a better and bright future."

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In San Mateo County

A new analysis found more than 6 million nationwide are behind on rent, owing a total of $23 billion.

San Mateo Releases District Election Shift Outreach Schedule

Under the new system, San Mateo would be split into districts, with each district represented by one city council member.

Small Businesses In San Mateo Co. Could Receive Additional Funds

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors will consider three items related to business relief in Tuesday's meeting.

Guaranteed Income Program Coming To Peninsula City

In total, $1 million from American Rescue Plan funds will be allotted to eligible households in South San Francisco.

3 Cities Get Large Funds For Local Projects In San Mateo County

The funding came as a result of the state's budget surplus via requests from Assembly Speaker pro Tem Kevin Mullin (D-South San Francisco).

Unemployment Rate Decreases In San Mateo Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in San Mateo County decreased recently.

Peninsula Police Chief Retires After 32 Years In Law Enforcement

Tony Psaila, who began his career as a reserve officer in 1990, announced that he will retire at the end of July as Belmont Police Chief.

San Mateo Co. Approves $1M To Help Renters Affected By Pandemic

Applicants will have to meet certain criteria to qualify for the county's rental assistance.

San Mateo Moves Towards District Elections

The council signaled its intent to change its election system and has 90 days to finalize a district map and complete the transition.

San Mateo County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the San Mateo area compares to California and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

San Mateo County Adopts $3.3B Budget For Upcoming Fiscal Year

The budget includes significant funding for affordable housing and includes an expected $23 million deficit in the health department.

San Mateo County Supes Urge State To Extend Eviction Protections

Over thirty people called in to Tuesday's meeting, asking that the county pass its own eviction protections.

San Mateo Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; San Mateo County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Peninsula Councilmember Seeks To End City's Mayoral Elections

Councilmember Linda Mason wants San Bruno to switch to a rotating mayorship. It is the only city in the Peninsula to elect its mayor.

Broadband Speed In San Mateo Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the San Mateo area compares.