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Top Stories
Where California’s plastic bag ban is working — and where it’s not
It’s the 10-year anniversary of California’s ban on single-use plastic bags. The good news is that plastic bag litter on our beaches has dropped dramatically. The bad news is that a loophole in the law has actually resulted in an increase in our consumption of plastic overall.
Meet the new executive chef at Michelin-starred Chez TJ in Mountain View
Chez TJ’s new executive chef Stanley Michalski discusses his culinary style, what he aims to achieve in his new role and his interests outside of cooking.
Obituaries: Local residents who died recently
Local residents who died recently include
San Mateo County residents offered free screening program for STIs
For free, San Mateo County residents can now be screened at home for sexually transmitted infections or STIs, county officials said on Feb. 26.
Redwood City police locate missing elderly woman
Grace Chew has been found.
Hot Picks
Storytelling: African and African American Folktales with Kirk Waller
The Menlo Park Library presents storyteller Kirk Waller sharing African and African American folktales, legends and history, through music, movement, singing and the spoken word. Go to menlopark.gov.
Art: Watercolors by Eliza Wilson Thomas
Sculptor and painter Eliza Wilson Thomas shows large watercolors this month at Cafe Borrone. The pieces focus on social justice, including climate change and the effects of war. elizasarts.com.
TOMORROW
The Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center features 22,000 square feet of exhibits that highlight the many contributions of African Americans throughout history. The museum hosts events throughout Black History Month. Go to hoskinsblackhistorymuseum.org.
Legendary East L.A.-based Mexican-American band Los Lobos plays a benefit concert for Fit Kids at the Guild Theatre. Go to guildtheatre.com.
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