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Invasive beetle found in Redwood Shores
A beetle the size of a sesame seed, responsible for killing thousands of trees in Southern California, has been confirmed in Redwood Shores.
New executive selected for the San Mateo County’s superior court
A new court executive officer has been selected for the San Mateo County Superior Court, according to court officials.
Custom-built home of Atherton’s first female mayor sells for $7.85M
A 6,400-square-foot home surrounded by mature gardens, towering redwoods, a waterfall and koi pond, and sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, sold for $7.85 million.
Blog: When can a woman be president of the U.S.?
Women have struggled for years for equality, and yet we still haven’t been able to
elect a woman to the highest office in this land. Why?
California empowered immigrants to speak up at work. Trump could end their protections
California wants to protect witnesses in workplace investigations from deportation, but the Biden administration program for undocumented employees is at risk with Donald Trump’s return to the White House.
Anti-slavery measure Prop. 6 fails, allowing forced labor to continue in California prisons
Other states, including Nevada, are deleting references to slavery in their constitutions and banning forced prison labor. California voters rejected that path when they turned down Prop. 6.
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Holidays: Santa at Stanford Shopping Center
Take a photo with Santa and enjoy a variety of holiday festivities at Stanford Shopping Center.
Performance: Live band karaoke
Live band karaoke at Alhambra Irish House.
TOMORROW
Author event: Peter Godfrey-Smith
In “Living on Earth,” Australian philosopher Peter Godfrey-Smith asks readers to see living organisms as active causes of the evolutionary process. Kepler’s Books hosts Godfrey-Smith and the hosts of podcast Philosophy Talk for a live episode recording.
Art: ‘Celebrations’
The Main Gallery presents a group show highlighting works by its member artists in a variety of media. Receptions take place Nov. 9 and Dec. 14, 5–7 p.m.
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