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OTHER ISSUES
Monthlong curfew to start in Santa Clara County Saturday nightGov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday a limited stay-at-home order for California that will go into effect Saturday night...
Original post made on Nov. 20, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 23, 2020 at 9:10 pm | 14 comments | 49428 Views
OTHER ISSUES
Newsom orders ban of new gas-powered cars by 2035In a dramatic move to tackle climate change, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday ordered state officials to ban new gasoline-powered...
Original post made on Sep. 24, 2020Last comment by Slaren, on Nov 23, 2020 at 12:49 pm | 4 comments | 4581 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
High School District takes steps to promote racial equityAs a first step to address concerns about race and inequity in the Mountain View-Los Altos High School District, the school...
Original post made on Oct. 26, 2020Last comment by Slaren, on Nov 22, 2020 at 11:27 am | 3 comments | 6370 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
What we know so far about school reopenings in CaliforniaDespite limited testing requirements, California schools that have reopened for in-person classes have largely avoided COVID-19...
Original post made on Nov. 11, 2020Last comment by klais, on Nov 22, 2020 at 11:11 am | 2 comments | 15690 Views
AROUND TOWN
Rising COVID-19 cases force halt on indoor dining, return to 'red tier' restrictions in Santa Clara CountySanta Clara County officials once again ordered the closure of indoor dining and will add other yet-to-be determined restrictions...
Original post made on Nov. 13, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 20, 2020 at 1:16 pm | 18 comments | 10425 Views
OTHER ISSUES
Santa Clara County Supervisors support building a new mental health facility over a new jailIn a unanimous vote on Tuesday, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors reinforced its commitment to build a new mental...
Original post made on Nov. 19, 2020Last comment by addressing systemic racism, on Nov 19, 2020 at 9:49 am | 1 comment | 4032 Views
AROUND TOWN
Red Rock Coffee purchased by new owner, saving the struggling businessRed Rock Coffee, Mountain View's popular downtown coffee shop and hangout spot, will survive the coronavirus pandemic after...
Original post made on Nov. 18, 2020Last comment by fixiegirl, on Nov 18, 2020 at 7:38 pm | 2 comments | 13165 Views
ELECTIONS
Defeat of Prop. 15 denies schools more revenueVoters have rejected Proposition 15, a large tax increase on commercial properties, depriving schools of what could have...
Original post made on Nov. 12, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 18, 2020 at 11:58 am | 21 comments | 5237 Views
AROUND TOWN
Sheriff's office refusal to allow access to records may call for subpoenaWith Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith refusing to sign an agreement allowing a civilian law enforcement watchdog access...
Original post made on Nov. 17, 2020Last comment by Greg, on Nov 18, 2020 at 2:45 am | 3 comments | 4467 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Mountain View Whisman school board agrees to move forward with campus fencesThe Mountain View Whisman School District is hitting the brakes on its plans to fence off schools, but trustees made clear...
Original post made on Nov. 11, 2020Last comment by Nora S., on Nov 16, 2020 at 11:52 am | 17 comments | 7872 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Superintendent proposes Mountain View Whisman schools stay closed until JanuarySchools across the Mountain View Whisman School District could remain closed until January 2021, following deep concerns...
Original post made on Oct. 2, 2020Last comment by Nate, on Nov 16, 2020 at 10:05 am | 19 comments | 12749 Views
ELECTIONS
With $1M in federal aid, Mountain View pours more money into renter reliefFaced with a prolonged pandemic wreaking havoc on the local economy, the Mountain View City Council agreed Tuesday to pour...
Original post made on Nov. 11, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 13, 2020 at 11:09 am | 7 comments | 8179 Views
AROUND TOWN
County reminds residents, businesses of COVID guidelinesSanta Clara County officials reminded residents and businesses Wednesday of the importance of complying with local health...
Original post made on Nov. 12, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 12, 2020 at 7:08 pm | 1 comment | 3793 Views
ELECTIONS
Mah, Baten Caswell in tight race for Santa Clara County school board seatThe race for the Area 1 seat on the Santa Clara County school board is razor-thin, with incumbent Grace Mah leading challenger...
Original post made on Nov. 4, 2020Last comment by Steven Nelson, on Nov 12, 2020 at 12:00 pm | 5 comments | 7271 Views
ELECTIONS
What Vice President-elect Harris means for CaliforniaGoodbye, state of resistance. Hello, state of influence. California's status shifted dramatically with the election of Joe...
Original post made on Nov. 11, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 11, 2020 at 10:24 pm | 7 comments | 5201 Views
OTHER ISSUES
COVID-19 surge raises red flags in Santa Clara CountySanta Clara County health leaders delivered a sobering message on Monday morning: COVID-19 cases in the county are starting...
Original post made on Nov. 10, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 11, 2020 at 9:17 pm | 13 comments | 20204 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Waldorf School of the Peninsula Virtual High School Open HouseJoin us on Saturday, December 5th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to learn more! At this live online event, we will showcase our...
Original post made by Waldorf School of the Peninsula on Nov. 11, 2020Last comment by Waldorf School of the Peninsula, on Nov 11, 2020 at 12:30 pm | 2 comments | 1082 Views
ELECTIONS
Election recap: Mountain View swings left, but rejects statewide changes to rent controlResults from the 2020 presidential election this year paint a clear picture of Mountain View as a progressive city even by...
Original post made on Nov. 9, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Nov 10, 2020 at 9:01 pm | 20 comments | 9129 Views
ELECTIONS
Voters back Measure RR to fund Caltrain with sales taxCaltrain has lost significant ridership and subsequent funding during the COVID-19 pandemic, but after Tuesday's election,...
Original post made on Nov. 10, 2020Last comment by Dan Waylonis, on Nov 10, 2020 at 2:23 pm | 1 comment | 3000 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Proposal to fence off Mountain View Whisman schools sparks outcry over park accessResidents are up in arms over a decision to install fences around Mountain View Whisman school campuses, criticizing a plan...
Original post made on Oct. 19, 2020Last comment by Steven Nelson, on Nov 9, 2020 at 1:51 pm | 31 comments | 16564 Views
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