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California's oldest bar still pouring drinks 150 years later
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (464+ words) California's oldest continuously operating bar remains a living remnant of the state's colorful Gold Rush era. Pockmarked by bullet holes and sporting what is considered the finest-looking bar in Yosemite, the Iron Door Saloon has been quenching the thirst of…...
Is Lurie a YIMBY? San Francisco housing advocates are pushing back against his plans
1+ day, 46+ min ago (831+ words) When he talks about San Francisco's worsening affordability problems, Mayor Daniel Lurie often emphasizes that building more housing is an important part of tackling the crisis. But some advocates with the "Yes in my backyard" movement, which champions aggressive measures…...
Guest Opinion: Palo Alto schools face a self-inflicted budget crisis
13+ hour, 38+ min ago (650+ words) By Todd Collins and Ken Dauber It’s almost impossible to believe. Over just a few weeks this summer, PAUSD went from its strongest ever financial position to its absolute most dire. When school ended in June, they boasted a record…...
Palacios Construction Addresses Energy Code Changes Affecting Fall Kitchen and Bath Remodels in Monterey County
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (231+ words) New statewide energy standards affecting permits add a planning step for fall kitchen and bathroom projects Permitting itself remains a frequent point of confusion for homeowners regardless of the season. Requirements differ by jurisdiction across the Monterey Peninsula, and questions…...
Holy Shred Thai Restaurant Opens in Palo Alto
9+ hour, 18+ min ago (354+ words) A fast-casual Thai restaurant built around counting grams of protein instead of just craving curry has opened its doors on El Camino Real in Palo Alto. Holy Shred, which serves customizable bowls of rice, noodles or salad topped with charcoal-grilled…...
State agrees to work with San Mateo County to return millions in vehicle license fees
18+ hour, 16+ min ago (590+ words) State officials have agreed to find a way to return millions of dollars in vehicle license fees to San Mateo County weeks after county leaders claimed the loss of revenue would lead to public service cuts. The state legislature has…...
Metrolink fares rise, California condos dying, and more
16+ hour, 31+ min ago (386+ words) This week marked the completion of Together California: A Village for Brothers and Sisters, a new foster home project in Palmdale which will keep siblings together. Aerial view of Together CaliforniaPaul Vu The village, which was co-founded by actor Christian…...
San Mateo County approves $8.1 million for 101 corridor projects
18+ hour, 31+ min ago (145+ words) The San Mateo County Transportation Authority Board of Directors approved $8.1 million for 11 local transportation projects that will improve planning for safer, better-connected travel along the Highway 101 corridor. The funding includes an additional $4.1 million in New Measure A interest income for…...
After rent emergency declaration, San Francisco mayor proposes reforms
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (305+ words) As an AI boom pushes median rents higher, Mayor Daniel Lurie is proposing $30 million in investments and reforms to curb rising evictions and “sudden rent spikes.” As rents have increased in San Francisco, so have eviction proceedings. The city is…...
Marin Voice: Growth should improve daily life, not merely add housing units
3+ day, 6+ hour ago (669+ words) Conversations about new housing often begin with questions about what residents can see: How tall? What will it look like? Where’s the parking? How will it affect traffic? Those questions are fair. They are not the only way people experience…...