Palo Alto Greenlights 16-Unit Enclave By Esther Clark Park
Palo Alto’s City Council on May 18 advanced a tentative map allowing a developer to split an estate lot into nine parcels and 16 homes despite neighbors’ fire‑safety warnings. The move was fueled by recent state housing laws that narrow local discretion.
Tide Trap Drama: 8 Saved From Sea Cave Near Davenport
Eight people were rescued from a sea cave near Panther State Beach after rising tides trapped them; lifeguards and the Coast Guard helped evacuate those who couldn’t swim. Officials warn visitors to check tide charts before exploring caves and arches.












