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.

Peninsula City Approves Police Body Cameras After Fatal Shooting

A police shooting of a Black man last month sparked a renewed drive for body-worn cameras for police in Daly City.

Residents Call On San Mateo County To Extend Renter Protections

Protections expire June 30 and renters will owe the full cost of their rent debt, with the possibility they could be evicted starting July.

San Mateo County Supervisors Approve Coastside RV Park

The board unanimously approved the RV park on a 3.4-acre parcel at 240 Capistrano Road owned by Point Pillar Project Developers.

SMC Supervisors and Ed Leaders Recognize Week of the Young Child

50th Anniversary Week Celebrating Early Learning, Young Children, their Teachers, Families, and Communities

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your San Mateo County neighbors.

San Mateo County Discusses Purchase Of Hotels To House Homeless

The potential purchases are part of the county’s “functional zero” plan to eradicate homelessness.

San Mateo County Launches Multijurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

The County needs your help identifying solutions to the problems associated with natural hazards.

Peninsula Community's COVID-19 Case Count Wasn't Accurate: Report

Until last November, the county’s dashboard​ indicated that North Fair Oaks had only 10 COVID-19 cases.

County Of San Mateo Names First Chief Equity Officer

Position will champion equity & inclusion, identify areas for institutional change.

San Mateo County Nursing Homes Allowed To Receive Visitors

County Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow rescinded a health order on Friday after the state issued guidance this week allowing visitation.

San Mateo County's First African American Woman Judge Gives Talk

Judge Amarra A. Lee will speak at an event hosted by the San Mateo County Historical Association on Saturday.

City Of San Mateo: Tenant Relief - State Extends COVID-19 Eviction Protections

SB 91 – State Eviction Moratorium Extension

City Of San Mateo: Police Accountability & Transparency

The San Mateo Police Department has launched a data transparency web page to include policing data, traffic collision information, and t...

City Of San Mateo: Event Center - Vaccination Site & Traffic Impacts

Starting in early February, we are expecting increased traffic and activity at the San Mateo County Event Center.

Supervisors Adopt Ambitious Climate Goals for County Operations

San Mateo County Pursues Ambitious Carbon Reduction Plan

City Of San Mateo: San Mateo Library Board - Apply To Serve!

Community involvement in local government plays an important and active role in the City of San Mateo. The City Council seeks participat...

City Of San Mateo: Watch Mayor's State Of The City Presentation - Jan. 21, 2021

Our community has been through so much the past year, and as we move into 2021, San Mateo Mayor Eric Rodriguez invites you to join him a ...

Belmont Mayor Stone Secures Broad Coalition in Supervisorial Race

Dozens of Local Leaders Endorse Charles Stone for County Supervisor

Deals In Bay Area Renter’s Market Favor Luxury Seekers

Deals on high-end apartment rentals in the Bay Area are blowing up.

Several San Mateo County Cities Hike Minimum Wage In 2021

The state's goal is to increase minimum wage for all employers to $15 per hour by 2023, but San Mateo cities fast tracked that timeline.

Peninsula State Senator Leads Clean Energy Push

The Peninsula Democrat introduced SB 67 and SB 68 Monday on his first day in office.

San Mateo's Measure Y Squeaks By, Competing Initiative Fails

County certifies Measure Y's win by 43-vote margin.

San Mateo 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.

San Mateo County Awarded Research Assistance To Promote Immigrant Inclusion

Data, technical support provided to Office of Community Affairs’ Immigrant Services.

San Mateo County, Public Safety Partners Urge Residents To 'Know Your Zone'

Simply enter your address to better prepare for the next evacuation or emergency.

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

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

Peninsula Underdog Candidate Holds Narrow Lead In Council Bid

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

San Mateo County City Council, Mayoral Races 2020 Live Updates

Voters have cast their ballots in city council and mayoral races throughout San Mateo County.

San Mateo UHSD Board Election 2020: Live Updates

San Mateo voters have cast their ballots for two open seats on the San Mateo Union High School District Governing Board.

San Mateo City Council: Election Results 2020

San Mateo voters have cast their ballots for two open seats on the City Council.