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New county order allows the return of more businessesPending state approval, Santa Clara County's new order released Thursday would allow hair salons and other business sectors to resume operations.
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University Avenue will be a car-free street through JulyStarting today, Palo Alto will close University Avenue everyday of the week until Aug. 2 as part of a program to support local businesses while maintaining physical distance.
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City and regional agencies observe the Fourth of JulyFind out which agencies that serve the Palo Alto area will temporarily cease or limit services due to Independence Day on Saturday.
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Creatives transform street into Black Lives Matter muralSixteen 16 budding and seasoned Bay Area-based artists offered their own interpretations of the rallying phrase in recent protests against police brutality through a mural outside of City Hall.
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Panel debates ways to reform local policing
A panel of seven community leaders and police chiefs on the Midpeninsula addressed issues surrounding local racism and police brutality at a June 25 virtual town hall.
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Ideas to spend the Fourth of July in a low-key wayHowever you choose to spend America's birthday this weekend, we've rounded up some suggestions to mark the holiday.
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Some of your comments on nuclear energyBlogger Sherry Listgarten shares a selection of comments on nuclear energy for readers to review and add new perspectives and/or links to reputable references.
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Just three weeks ago, it was hard to imagine the imminent human and economic impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. Yet here we... Last comment on Jun 9, 2020 at 10:46 am | 43 comments
Un-forgetting the segregationist history of Palo Alto (and Daly City, and San Francisco, and…)
Richard Rothstein presents the Bay Area as Exhibit A of how tangible segregationist housing policy had been implemented in... Last comment on Jul 1, 2020 at 8:55 am | 29 comments
The school year starts in 49 days. Board members urge staff to prepare for 'robust' distance learning.
Board members voiced support Tuesday for preparing for the chance that secondary schools will have to practice remote learning... Last comment on Jul 1, 2020 at 1:17 am | 118 comments
Federal lawsuit alleges Palo Alto police engaged in pattern of abuse
An attorney for the man who suffered a facial injury during an arrest in front of Happy Donuts is alleging in a federal lawsuit... Last comment on Jun 30, 2020 at 5:48 pm | 18 comments
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Stay Together or End the Relationship? Independence or Interdependence?
Jul 3, 2020 | 0 comments
Peninsula Foodist
by Elena Kadvany
Last year's Palo Alto Chili Cook-off winner, MB's Place, dishes on how to make the best chili
Jul 1, 2020 | 1 comment
Invest & Innovate
by Steve Levy
Bay Area and Palo Alto RHNA
Jun 30, 2020 | 11 comments
An Alternative View
by Diana Diamond
Public statues: Up or down? But does the historical importance of the individuals represented matter?
Jun 30, 2020 | 31 comments
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Palo Alto school board endorses plan for new academic year
In Palo Alto, the school board unanimously OK'ed the district's plan Friday for reopening schools with some tweaks, including providing more in-person time for sixth-graders and consideration of later start times for secondary schools. Friday, 12:59 PM
County to allow hair salons, gyms to reopen — if they meet new social-distancing rules
Hair salons and gyms in Santa Canta County may be allowed to reopen in mid-July under a new county order, which creates a strict set of rules that every business must follow to ensure safe operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thursday, 4:39 PM | 12 comments
Palo Alto will open University Avenue daily to foot traffic only, but will the benefits outweigh the potential risks?
As businesses welcome back customers, health leaders continue to warn that increased movement will lead to more COVID-19 cases. Friday, 6:59 AM | 4 comments
Black in Palo Alto: Longtime residents describe painful toll of everyday racism
Five African Americans, all longtime Palo Altans who have endured painful incidents of racial discrimination, are cautiously hopeful that the Black Lives Matter movement could bring welcome change. Friday, 6:58 AM | 12 comments
Opinion: Council reduced the size of the HRC because of me
Members of the community have asked why the Palo Alto City Council reduced the size of its Human Relations Commission from seven to five seats last Tuesday without saying a word. Friday, 6:58 AM | 8 comments
Your guide to local services available in Palo Alto this Fourth of July
As the coronavirus remains at large, city offices are closed and most firework shows in the county are canceled on July 4. We've compiled a list of which services will be available this weekend. Friday, 6:58 AM
One message told 16 ways: Artists behind Black Lives Matter mural ask what more will be done beyond street art
Right now, the public can visit Hamilton Avenue in front of City Hall to see a nearly 245-foot-long and 17-foot-tall vibrant street mural reflecting the global Black Lives Matter movement as seen through the eyes of 16 artists. Thursday, 11:13 AM | 17 comments
Not all neighborhoods were created equal in Palo Alto
Housing restrictions have existed in neighborhoods throughout Palo Alto for decades until the U.S. Supreme Court voided racial restrictions in 1948. Despite the high court's ruling, many restrictions lingered in deeds and bylaws. Friday, 6:58 AM | 4 comments
Coronavirus central: Santa Clara County reports 185 new cases
Wind-driven grass fire threatens homes
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What California's budget deal means for K-12 schools
'In-person instruction is essential.' County issues guide for reopening schools
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Tri-city fireworks summit examines enforcement, culture change
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The Nut House is back -- with a self-taught chef and Palo Alto native in the kitchen
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Some of your comments on nuclear energy
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My bystander's experience with PAPD
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Pride Month / "Trans New York"
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