What's The Agenda: South City Agencies This Week

This week the School Board, City Council, Library Board, and Parks & Recreation Commission will each hold meetings. Here is a roundup of what to expect.

Squirrel Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in San Mateo County

The animal, found earlier this month, is the first squirrel to test positive for West Nile virus in the county this year.

State Parks Department Caught Hiding $54 Million

While 70 state parks across California struggled to stay open, it was discovered recently the State Parks and Recreation Department was sitting on extra funds.

Hetch Hetchy Measure Qualifies for November Ballot

Many local politicians, including San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and Democratic Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, are against the measure.

Eshoo Announces $4.9 Million for Clean Hybrid Buses

First-ever vehicles will help green SamTrans.

Governor Signs High-Speed Rail Funding Bill

Law unlocks billions in funding for high-speed rail, Caltrain and BART.

FDA Approves Foster City-Based Drug to Block HIV

The once-a-day pill Truvada is the first federally sanctioned agent to prevent HIV in unaffected adults.

Hill Gets Nod from Dems in Senate Run

Assemblymember Jerry Hill is running for State Senate in District 13.

State Allows Cities To Become Less Transparent

In an effort to save money, the state decided to suspend mandates that require local jurisdictions to keep the public informed.

California Trust Act: Do You Support It?

Tell us how you think Ammiano's bill to limit immigration detention affects public safety in South San Francisco.

Measure J Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee Agenda

On Tuesday, the committee will receive a report on Measure J.

Peninsula Leaders React to High Speed Rail Funding

Following the Legislature’s approval last week of $8 billion in funding; Assemblyman Rich Gordon, Atherton Mayor Bill Windmer and San Mateo Deputy Mayor David Lim shared their reactions to the decision and their thoughts on the current state of high-speed

Free Online Database Reveals Super PAC Money, Ballot Funding

Berkeley's MapLight offers 'Voter's Edge' for California, revealing campaign contributions, endorsements, and more.

Photos: Disabilities Resources Fair Raises Awareness

Over 40 vendors were at the Fair to offer services from affordable housing to health advice.

Westborough Park To Re-Open This Weekend

Ribbon cutting will be held Saturday afternoon.

New Control Tower Coming to SFO

South City's home airport breaks ground on new tower that will increase safety and decrease delays.

Caltrain Begins Test of Real-Time Arrival/Departure System

The predictive arrival/departure system using GPS technology will let riders know if their train is on time and when it will arrive.

Fate of High-Speed Rail To Be Decided Today

State legislators are expected to vote on and finalize a plan for California's high-speed rail this week

POLL: Obama Returns to Bay Area, Again

In his third trip in three months, the president continues to court the fundraising dollars in Silicon Valley.

New Bill Requires Businesses to Recycle

Starting this week, all South San Francisco businesses and multifamily dwellings that generate four or more cubic yards of garbage per week must recycle.

Speier Says More Needs to Be Done to Stop Rape in Military

Congresswoman Jackie Speier has recently become a vocal critic of the military’s record on sexual assault. Do you agree with her that the military needs to overhaul its judicial system so that sexual-assault cases are better investigated?

New California Laws Go into Effect This Week

From stricter hygiene standards for body piercing to help for children being bullied at school, there are a host of new state laws you should be aware of.

Bay Area Bridge Tolls to Jump

The toll hike for most vehicles took effect in July of 2010, but bridge authority officials voted to delay the price increases for multi-axle vehicles until July 1, 2012.

Congresswoman Jackie Speier: Obamacare Ruling 'A Victory'

Speier released a statement Thursday afternoon.

San Mateo County Schools Report Higher Graduation Rates

Newly released data from the California Department of Education reports higher graduation rates and lower dropout rates among San Mateo county schools.

South City Officials Optimistic About Local Economy

Budget report shows recent uptick in local tourism, retail and real estate markets.

Corruption in the County's Waste Management Authority?

An employee of the agency alleges her job is in jeopardy because she 'blew the whistle' on her boss for awarding big contracts to and then overpaying friends' companies.

Cultural Misunderstanding Closes Massage Parlor

Supervisors shut down business over gifts perceived as bribes.

Summer Food Service Program Offers Free Healthy Meals

The Summer Food Service Program offers places nearby where families can go for a free, nutritious meal during the months when school is out.

County Voters Will Pick Next Supervisor Election System

San Mateo County Board of Supervisors empowers voters to choose between "by district" or "at large" elections.

Portola Redwoods State Park Saved from Closure List

Three nonprofit organizations have pooled together funds to keep the park open for at least another year.

Two Former County Employees Arrested for Stealing from Deceased Residents' Estates

A Daly City man and a San Mateo woman reportedly stole thousands in cash as well as documents and valuables from at least 20 estates.

Caltrain Modernization Close to Reality

The city of San Jose, the last of the parties needed to endorse a regional agreement to fund Caltrain, hopped onboard on Tuesday.

BART to Try "Bike Fridays" – All Day OK for Bicycles

BART cooperated with bike coalitions on a plan to test "Bike Fridays" in August. The pilot program will allow bikes on board at any time that day, even during rush hours.

Labor Department Helps SM, SF Counties

Nearly $6 million in grants coming from Washington, DC to get residents back to work.

South San Francisco Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting South San Francisco and San Mateo County.

Company Recalls Nearly Two Tons Raw Chicken

South San Francisco-based Antonelli's and Sons is recalling 3,534 pounds of Trader Joe's-packaged raw stuffed chicken.

Report: Caltrain Electrification Could Pump Billions Into Economy

Report comes days before critical budget deadline in Sacramento.

50 Years Later, Still Looking for Alcatraz Escapees

The U.S. Marshals Service will continue their hunt for Frank Morris, Clarence Anglin and John Anglin until they are either arrested, positively determined to be deceased or reach the age of 99.

Supes Suggest Light, Airy New Jail Designs

Anti-jail protesters show up to oppose project moving forward.