Deaf 6-year-old deported to Colombia without hearing aids, family’s attorney says
FREMONT, Calif. — A deaf 6-year-old boy was deported from California to Colombia without his hearing aids, according to his family's attorney, who said the boy's mother was seeking asylum after leaving Colombia. Joseph Andrey Londono Rodriguez, 6, attended the California School for the Deaf in Fremont. During a...
“Coast Guard Cutter Munro crew returns home after 119-day, multi-mission patrol; more than 20,000...
Below is a Coast Guard News Release. While I believe this was a very successful deployment, I cannot help but believe that pulling a Pacific Area National Security Cutter from the target rich Eastern Pacific drug transit area, where Munro had made a record breaking interdiction to work in the Atlantic was...
Expert talks about respiratory virus spreading in the Bay Area
A respiratory virus with no specific treatment or vaccines is spreading in the Bay Area. According to the CDC, the spike of the Human Metapneumovirus, or HMPV for short, started in December. A high amount of it is showing up in the wastewater and infections have been growing ever since.
California homeowners are staying put longer, slowing the housing market
Ever wonder why “For Sale” signs feel rarer lately? A new Redfin analysis of county records through 2025 found that homeowners in several California metros are holding onto their homes for unusually long stretches. That slower turnover leaves fewer listings for buyers to chase. Redfin found that Los...
Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer Announces Retirement
Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer today announced that he will retire from his position as County Assessor in December 2026, concluding more than three decades of dedicated public service to the residents of Contra Costa County. First elected in 1994, Kramer has been entrusted by the voters of Contra...
World War II veteran living in the Bay Area turning 105
A parade of vintage Army vehicles passed by Dick Sharp's home in Windsor, a salute to wish him a happy birthday. He recalled the years following the war as "the best of times," when education was readily available, and opportunities were everywhere.
Color them joyful: Thousands around Bay Area celebrate Holi with powders and paints
The Hindu festival drew friends and families to celebrate Indian culture through music, dance and a playful jostling of colorful powders and paints.
Santa Clara seeks applicants for city commissions
The City of Santa Clara is inviting residents to apply for open positions on several city boards, commissions, and committees. Openings include the Board of Library Trustees (1), Civil Service Commission (1), Cultural Commission (1), Historical and Landmarks Commission (2), Parks and Recreation Commission (1), and...
Bollywood Dancers of Irvington: Shradha Kesari
“From a young age, I was always extremely interested in dancing, and I’ve been dancing for over twelve years. I love being able to dance, and it’s a great outlet for stress and other things I have going on in school and outside. Additionally, classical dancing is my favorite because everything, even down to the...
Atherton Reduces Speed Limit on Valparaiso After Collisionn
On Oct. 22, 2025, the Atherton City Council adopted a resolution to lower the speed limit on Valparaiso Avenue from 30 mph to 25 mph. The decision came after a September accident on Valparaiso during high-traffic school morning commute hours, where a Menlo-Atherton High School student riding an e-bike was injured.
