Peninsula City Hires Firm To Investigate Fatal Police Shooting

The firm’s review will include the police department’s policies, procedures and tactics, including use of force.

Unemployment Rate Decreases In Redwood City-Woodside Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in San Mateo County is lower than the California average.

Redwood City Renters Affected By COVID Can Get Funds From County

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

San Mateo County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Redwood City-Woodside area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

San Mateo County Communities Discuss Flood Protection Project

For the past several decades, high tides have prevented the Bayfront Canal and Atherton Channel from draining into San Francisco Bay.

Foster City In-Person Council Meeting Postponed To July

In May, the city said it had planned to allow people to attend Monday's council meeting in person, while also offering a virtual option.

Plane Flies Over Facebook HQ Protesting Trump's Account: Photos

The plane flew over Facebook's Menlo Park headquarters on Tuesday, with a banner calling for Trump to be banned permanently from Facebook.

Plane To Fly Over Peninsula Facebook HQ, Urge Permanent Trump Ban

Organizers said the plane will fly over the campus on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and they hope it catches the attention of employees.

Redwood City Announces Phased Reopening Plan

The plan, called Redwood City Reimagined, is in four phases.

$1K Illegal Fireworks Fine, Jail Time Possible In Peninsula City

Menlo Park Police Chief David Norris said that there will be an education campaign to ensure that the public is aware of the new laws.

San Mateo County Manager Reflects On Past Year, COVID Recovery

Mike Callagy thanked the community organizations who collaborated with the county to provide resources and programs to help those in need.

San Mateo Co. Approves Stricter Gun Laws For Unincorporated Areas

The ordinance requires firearms dealers to obtain a local license from the county manager and comply with strict security measures.

Over 5K San Mateo Co. Businesses Could Get Pandemic Relief Funds

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved a fee relief program worth $5.8 million on Tuesday.

Unemployment Decreases In Redwood City-Woodside Area: Feds

San Mateo County's unemployment rate is lower than the California average.

San Mateo County Supervisors To Consider Changing Firearm Laws

The proposed amendments would add licensing and security requirements for firearms and ammunition dealers.

Redwood City Seeks Applicants For Redistricting Committee

The committee will advise the city council on setting electoral boundaries for city council districts.

Proposed $6.3B San Mateo County Two-Year Budget Preaches Caution

"We are emerging from the pandemic in a stable condition,” said County Manager Mike Callagy in unveiling his proposed budget for 2021-23.

What's Happening With San Mateo County's Rent Relief Money?

Less than 1 percent of the county's available funding from a state emergency rental assistance program has been given out so far.

Broadband Speed In Redwood City-Woodside 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 Redwood City-Woodside area compares.

Redwood City Leaders Apologize For Translation Mishap In Meeting

Spanish-speaking residents called in to talk about the expiring eviction moratorium, but the city was unable to provide translation.

Redwood City Names New Fire Chief After Nationwide Search

Ray Iverson, the Fire Chief for the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department, will move to Redwood City starting in June.

Rally Planned In Redwood City For Man Held In County Jail

Immigration advocates say a man held at Maguire Correctional Facility awaiting mental health treatment should be released.

Peninsula Clean Energy To Fund EV Charging Ports In Redwood City

The agency will provide up to $248K toward the installation of 124 electric vehicle charging ports in a new Redwood City parking structure.

Redwood City Approves $5 Hazard Pay For Grocers, Essential Retail

The Redwood City Council passed an immediate hazard pay mandate that will boost the paychecks of grocery store and drugstore workers.

Federal Taxes In San Mateo County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in San Mateo County.

North Fair Oaks' COVID-19 Case Count Wasn't Accurate: Report

Until last November, the county’s dashboard​ indicated the community of 14,500 residents had only 10 COVID-19 cases.

Redwood City Approves Committees On Social Justice, Policing

Redwood City Mayor Diane Howard called the committees a “positive step forward for our city.”

Two More Peninsula Cities To Consider Hazard Pay Requirement

The city councils of Redwood City and San Carlos will discuss mandating hazard pay for grocery store employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Indoctrination of First Time Council Members – the Process

First Time Councilmembers = Nice talk => Horrible votes

Redwood City Windfall To Fund Programs For Those In Need

A year-end operating balance of $12.1 million as of June 30, 2020, $1.1 million more than was expected, officials said.

San Mateo County Sees Highest Voter Turnout In More Than 50 Years

San Mateo County Chief Elections Officer Mark Church said the high voter turnout was expected this year.

Peninsula City Housing Measure Holds Razor-Thin Lead

Measure Y led by just 34 votes as of Wednesday, but that lead appears to be insurmountable with scant few votes yet to be counted.

RWC Elects Bay Area’s 1st Nonbinary Councilmember: Report

Lissette Espinoza-Garnica upset incumbent Janet Borgens in the District 3.

Redwood City Underdog Council Candidate Holds Narrow Lead

Lissette Espinoza-Garnica had a 17-vote lead as of Wednesday morning in her bid to unseat a Redwood City City Council incumbent.

Redwood City City Council District 3 Election 2020: Live Updates

Redwood City voters have casted their ballots for one open seat in the District 3 City Council Race.

Redwood City City Council District 1 Election 2020: Live Updates

Redwood City voters have cast their ballots for one open seat in the District 1 City Council Race.

RWC City Council District 7 Election Results 2020: Live Updates

Redwood City voters have cast their ballots for one open seat in the District 7 City Council Race.

RWC City Council District 3 Election Results 2020: Live Updates

Redwood City voters have cast their ballots for one open seat in the District 3 City Council Race.

Redwood City Election Day: Report How It's Going

Have you experienced long lines today, or witnessed voter intimidation?

Redwood City City Council District 7 Election: Voter Guide

Redwood City voters have been casting ballots for one open seat in the District 7 City Council Race.