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Board of Education invites city to pitch ideas for Cubberley
A recent letter from the Palo Alto school board reiterates its interest in leasing at least 7 acres to the city to enable something more ambitious.
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Author explores Palo Alto's global influence in explosive new book
In his new book, "Palo Alto," Malcolm Harris describes the city as "the belly of the capitalist beast." He expanded on that idea during an event with the Palo Alto Weekly on Thursday.
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Police find nothing after bomb threat at Stanford mall
Police and security officers searched Stanford Shopping Center on Wednesday morning after a bomb threat was called in. No explosives were found.
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Silicon Valley Bank's downfall freezes plan for new branch
The embattled bank wants to put its plan to open a California Avenue office on hold until they hear more from federal regulators.
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The Old Pro is making a comeback
Plans are in the works to bring back the beloved bar, albeit with a few differences, thanks to restaurateur Guillaume Bienaimé.
Fallen trees cause power outages for about 2,500 Palo Alto Utilities customers
Strong winds and stormy conditions caused trees to fall down in Palo Alto, where two separate power outages are impacting... Last comment on Mar 17, 2023 at 6:41 pm | 32 comments
Midtown zoning dispute puts City Council in a bind
When Nitin Handa bought a parcel of land last November, he had every intention of building a home and few reasons to think... Last comment 2 hours ago | 21 comments
As retail trends shift, Palo Alto looks for new economic strategy
Faced with high vacancies and fewer daytime workers to support businesses, Palo Alto is moving toward adopting a new economic... Last comment 23 hours ago | 21 comments
Tensions flare over creek authority's plan to replace bridges, widen channel
Despite a funding shortage and pockets of resistance from residents along San Francisquito Creek, an agency charged with... Last comment on Mar 16, 2023 at 9:32 am | 17 comments
Peninsula Foodist
by The Peninsula Foodist
Porterhouse San Mateo revamps its menu following move to new spot
Mar 17, 2023 | 1 comment
A New Shade of Green
by Sherry Listgarten
Bay Area to begin phasing out gas heaters this decade
Mar 15, 2023 | 17 comments
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Home Again: Couples and Caregiving
Mar 15, 2023 | 0 comments
The Food Party!
by Laura Stec
Travelin’ Solo: Elk and Mendocino County (part 2)
Mar 14, 2023 | 1 comment
"Addison joins Climate Strike"
The three fifth grade classrooms from Addison Elementary School walked to Palo Alto City Hall on Sept. 27 to deliver a packet of letters expressing their concerns about climate change. City Council member Alison Cormack joined them and engaged them in a great conversation. She then gave them a tour of the Council Chambers and explained how Council meetings work.
Submitted by Jocelyn on Oct 15, 2019
El Camino Health is first in the world to use new blood flow monitoring technology
El Camino Health announced Tuesday that it will begin using a new blood flow monitoring technology called FloPatch, a wearable ultrasound system that allows clinicians to more effectively treat patients with sepsis. Sunday, 8:00 AM | 1 comments
Palo Alto Unified looks to revive negotiations on Cubberley redevelopment
Seeking a breakthrough after decades of frustrating and largely fruitless negotiations, the Palo Alto school board this month submitted a letter to the city soliciting proposals for the redevelopment of Cubberley Community Center. Saturday, 8:51 AM | 4 comments
When regulators took over Silicon Valley Bank, startups scrambled to make payroll
A bank run that prompted the country's 16th largest bank to become insolvent was a shocking reality that many in the local tech industry have dealt with over the past week. Friday, 7:06 AM | 3 comments
Santa Clara County sheriff reports over a dozen fentanyl overdoses in one week at correctional facility
Santa Clara County Sheriff Robert Jonsen is drawing attention to a rash of fentanyl overdoses and exposures at the Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas, he said in a release on Wednesday. Saturday, 8:37 AM
Malcolm Harris details the legacy of Stanford, Hoover, eugenics in interview
Malcolm Harris, author of "Palo Alto: A History of California Capitalism, and the World," joined Weekly staff to talk about the legacy of Leland Stanford and Herbert Hoover and his experiences in the city. Friday, 9:55 AM | 11 comments
Around Town: New documentary puts Aaron Persky's removal from bench back in the spotlight
Read news about a new documentary that reevaluates the recall of Aaron Persky as a Superior Court judge and current and former female mayors who dined together on International Women's Day. Friday, 9:08 AM | 2 comments
Judge hears Elizabeth Holmes' request to remain free while appeal resolved
At a court hearing on Friday morning, lawyers for convicted Theranos founder and CEO Elizabeth Holmes argued that her upcoming prison term should be delayed until a higher court has reviewed the case. Friday, 1:49 PM | 2 comments
City Hall error jeopardizes man's plan to build a home
When Nitin Handa bought a parcel of land last November, he had every intention of building a home and few reasons to think that his plan would become the focus of neighborhood angst. Wednesday, 9:12 AM | 21 comments
Two more atmospheric rivers could hit West Coast in next week, per preliminary forecasts
As many as two more atmospheric rivers could douse the already sodden West Coast in the next week, according to state weather experts. Friday, 9:54 AM
Palo Alto woman dies in Joshua Tree crash
A Palo Alto resident was killed in a crash with a pickup truck that left three others with moderate to major injuries in Joshua Tree over the weekend, according to the California Highway Patrol. Wednesday, 4:40 PM
Man arrested after violent assault in downtown Palo Alto apartment complex
A Palo Alto man allegedly beat a woman with a metal object at a downtown apartment complex Tuesday morning, leaving her bleeding on the ground with serious injuries, police said. Wednesday, 2:52 PM
Woman allegedly lied about 2 sexual assaults at Stanford campus last year
Update: Bomb threat called in to Stanford Shopping Center, search turns up nothing
Becker revives effort to address police radio encryption
As retail trends shift, Palo Alto looks for new economic strategy
After collapse, Silicon Valley Bank halts plan for Cal. Ave. branch
Fallen trees cause power outages for thousands of Palo Alto Utilities customers
Free textbooks? It could soon be a reality at California's community colleges
Swastikas, image of Hitler found drawn on Stanford student's dormitory door
Parasite outbreak blamed for killing hundreds of Bay Area pigeons
PUBLIC AGENDA: Changes to City Council protocols; proposed financial plans for utilities
Project Cornerstone brings community together to help children become thriving adults
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