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Palo Alto quietly abandons decades-long program to put overhead utilities underground
With little public debate, Palo Alto has largely abandoned its once popular program that buries power lines underground in... Last comment 22 hours ago | 20 comments

Opinion: The infamous ‘Palo Alto Process’ must go
Projects coming before the Palo Alto City Council and its committees take ages to get done. Current case in point? The grade... Last comment on Oct 2, 2023 at 9:09 am | 9 comments

Property owner seeks city's help to fill vacancy in Homer Avenue building
Citing anemic demand for downtown office space in the aftermath of the pandemic, a Palo Alto developer is asking the city... Last comment on Sep 30, 2023 at 9:21 am | 11 comments

After two students are struck by cars, parents call for more traffic safety
Palo Alto parents are calling for more traffic-safety measures after two children were hit by cars in separate collisions,... Last comment on Sep 29, 2023 at 11:20 am | 65 comments

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"Net Neutrality protest"
Protest in front of Verizon store on University Avenue. Submitted by Harjanto Sumali on Dec 8, 2017

Citing high costs, Palo Alto treads cautiously on new holidays
Despite a stated goal to celebrate diversity by marking more holidays, Palo Alto officials rejected on Monday, Oct. 2, a recommendation to designate both Juneteenth and Cesar Chavez Day as paid days off for city workers. Monday, 9:51 PM

Another strike looms at Kaiser’s California hospitals as workers push for better pay
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente health care workers are prepared to walk out on a three-day strike Wednesday that would affect patients across California. Tuesday, 8:10 AM

California Clean Air Day returns to the Bay Area on Oct. 4
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is inviting residents to participate in the sixth annual California Clean Air Day, a statewide initiative, on Oct. 4. Residents are encouraged to take the Clean Air Day pledge. Monday, 10:57 AM

Public comment abuse leads to changes in Redwood City's meeting protocols
In what Mayor Jeff Gee calls a “proactive step" to avoid “vile, racist, anti-semitic" disruptions ahead of council meetings, Redwood City has overhauled its procedures, allowing only email or in-person comments during meetings. Tuesday, 8:29 AM

Police calls: 6 arrests, 1 hit and run
This is a roundup of incidents reported to law enforcement during Sept. 16-22. The hit-and-run was not fatal, police confirm. Monday, 5:47 PM

How much density? Palo Alto debates zone changes to meet housing goals
As Palo Alto prepares to update its zoning code to meet its targets for new housing, city officials remain undecided on a critical question: How far should they go when it comes to loosening density limits in residential zones? Monday, 8:24 AM | 10 comments

Local athletes turn out in droves Friday for the annual Moonlight Run
Back for its 39th year, the Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk drew runners, walkers and canines to the Palo Alto Baylands Friday night, Sept. 29. Friday, 11:00 PM | 3 comments

Newsom’s pick to replace Feinstein: Laphonza Butler
Late Sunday evening, Oct. 1, Gov. Gavin Newsom confirmed that Laphonza Butler will replace the late U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein and finish out her term through 2024. Monday, 8:43 AM | 8 comments

Rinconada dog park? Palo Alto eyes new sites for pet projects
Dog owners in south Palo Alto have plenty of reasons to get excited as they watch the city add new fenced play areas for their furry companions. But things are different in the north, where supply hasn't kept up with demand. Friday, 7:53 AM | 3 comments

Palo Alto quietly abandons decades-long program to put overhead utilities underground
With little public debate, Palo Alto has largely abandoned its once popular program that buries power lines underground in residential neighborhoods. Some residents want to see the effort continue. Friday, 8:37 AM | 20 comments

Serial killer John Getreu dies in prison

Santa Clara County DA’s embattled investigator will retire

Firefighters file lawsuit against NASA, alleging they were pushed out because of age and union activities

Trainer connected with death of Palo Alto dog charged in Massachusetts case

Saying they want a seat at the table, Palo Alto Weekly journalists join effort to form a new, company-wide union

Local leaders share statements on the late U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein's 'trailblazing' leadership

Opinion: The infamous ‘Palo Alto Process’ must go

Property owner seeks city's help to fill vacancy in Homer Avenue building

Eichler-style fire station approved near Mitchell Park

Public Agenda: new city holidays, zoning for electrification

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