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PAPD to host National Night Out gathering at Bol Park on Aug. 4
The Palo Alto Police Department will host its annual National Night Out event at Bol Park on Tuesday, August 4, from 5 to 8 p.m., offering residents a chance to meet officers, explore emergency vehicles, and register their own neighborhood block parties.
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PAPD to host National Night Out gathering at Bol Park on Aug. 4
The Palo Alto Police Department will host its annual National Night Out event at Bol Park on Tuesday, August 4, from 5 to 8 p.m., offering residents a chance to meet officers, explore emergency vehicles, and register their own neighborhood block parties.
Community
PAPD to host National Night Out gathering at Bol Park on Aug. 4
The Palo Alto Police Department will host its annual National Night Out event at Bol Park on Tuesday, August 4, from 5 to 8 p.m., offering residents a chance to meet officers, explore emergency vehicles, and register their own neighborhood block parties.
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County budget crisis strips school-based mentors from at-risk youth as classes near
Santa Clara County's $787 million budget deficit has forced Fresh Lifelines for Youth and Catholic Charities to eliminate school-based youth programs, removing mentors and counselors that served hundreds of at-risk students annually just weeks before the new school year begins.
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Daily Post editor argues Palo Alto is illegally withholding appraisal behind $65.5M Cubberley deal
The editor of the Palo Alto Daily Post contends the city is violating California Government Code Section 7928.705 by refusing to release the real estate appraisal used to set the $65.5 million Cubberley land purchase price, but the city's own MOU language may complicate the legal claim ahead of the November sales tax vote.
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Linda Henigin enters PAUSD board race, pledges parcel tax revival as reserves shrink
Linda Henigin, a Duveneck Elementary aide and Pathwise board member, filed to run for the PAUSD Board of Education on July 25, campaigning on reviving the parcel tax voters rejected on June 2 and boosting teacher pay as district reserves are projected to drop from $104.1 million to $24.8 million.
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Stanford, SLAC win six federal AI research projects in $250 million national initiative
Stanford University and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory will lead six AI research projects under the DOE's Genesis Mission initiative, announced July 22, covering battery recycling, storm forecasting, plant genetics, and more as part of a $250 million first phase of national funding.
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Police investigate Baylands robbery as possible hate crime
Three men beat and robbed a man at the Baylands Nature Preserve on Thursday, July 23, yelling racial slurs directed at Black people; Palo Alto police are investigating as a possible hate crime and seeking public help identifying the suspects.
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SFO, San Jose ICE arrests spark Palo Alto warning
The Santa Clara County Rapid Response Network has documented 10 ICE arrests at SFO and San José airports since July 1, prompting immigration attorneys to urge noncitizens, including Palo Alto's large foreign-born population, to consult a lawyer before any domestic air travel.
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PAPD to host National Night Out gathering at Bol Park on Aug. 4
The Palo Alto Police Department will host its annual National Night Out event at Bol Park on Tuesday, August 4, from 5 to 8 p.m., offering residents a chance to meet officers, explore emergency vehicles, and register their own neighborhood block parties.
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Palo Alto's weekend lineup: A jazz legend tribute and a free Americana show
Americana artist Miko Marks plays a free outdoor show at Mitchell Park Bowl on Sunday, July 26, while pianist Michael Wolff performs a Latin jazz tribute to Cal Tjader at Meyhouse Palo Alto on Saturday, July 25.
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Stanford's Hoover Institution launches Tech Futures Lab with $2.5 million Hewlett grant
Stanford's Hoover Institution launched the Tech Futures Lab, funded by a $2.5 million Hewlett Foundation grant, to anticipate AI-driven strategic surprises before they blindside policymakers and markets, holding its first retreat in June with former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Alphabet chairman John Hennessy among participants.
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Cal Ave restaurants caught a World Cup buzz, owner says
Palo Alto's California Avenue corridor saw increased foot traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup thanks to the city's UpliftLocal initiative, with San Agus Cocina Urbana owner Manuel Martinez reporting a business boom at his restaurants during the five-week tournament.
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CHP report: 49ers coach Shanahan was holding cell phone during Palo Alto crash
CHP records show 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was holding a cell phone when his Tesla crashed into a Mercedes at Alma Street and Hamilton Avenue on July 14, yet neither driver has been cited as of July 26.
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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan broke ribs, hand in Palo Alto crash, will miss start of training camp
Kyle Shanahan suffered a broken nose, three broken ribs, a broken hand and a severe concussion in a July 14 collision at Alma Street and Hamilton Avenue in Palo Alto; the 49ers confirmed Saturday he'll join camp in a limited role while assistant Chris Foerster leads practice.
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Mariana Figueiredo
Mariana Figueiredo leads editorial coverage at the San Francisco Bay Area Network, reporting on the stories that shape Bay Area suburban life.
Mariana Figueiredo
Mariana Figueiredo leads editorial coverage at the San Francisco Bay Area Network, reporting on the stories that shape Bay Area suburban life.
Mariana Figueiredo
Mariana Figueiredo leads editorial coverage at the San Francisco Bay Area Network, reporting on the stories that shape Bay Area suburban life.
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