Stanford University is laying off over 300 employees due to budget cuts prompted by changes in federal policies, including increased taxes on university endowments. These measures affect academic freedom and have significant local economic impacts.

Raj Vaswani is named Burlingame's new Police Chief, succeeding Michael Matteucci, and will be introduced at the City Council meeting on August 18, 2025.

Sheriff Christina Corpus issued a statement regarding the unexpected detainment of a released individual by persons with immigration enforcement gear outside the Maguire Correctional Facility.

San Mateo County expects to save $2 million annually on inmate healthcare costs due to California's CalAIM healthcare reform, enhancing Medi-Cal access and financial relief for local governments.

Rep. Ro Khanna is introducing an amendment to a crypto bill to release records related to Jeffrey Epstein's legal issues, calling for Attorney General action and accessible public records.

Santa Clara County faces over $1 billion in federal cuts to Medicaid, threatening local health care and social services and raising concerns about the cost to public hospitals and food aid programs.

Ali Henry becomes the first woman to lead the Santa Clara County Parks Department as Chief Park Ranger, overseeing 28 parks and pushing for increased diversity among rangers.

Leaked documents expose alleged misconduct by San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus, leading to her recommended removal for infractions like nepotism and use of slurs; County denies role in the release.

Sheriff Christina Corpus of San Mateo County faces allegations of misconduct and is contesting her removal from office, with legal proceedings ongoing.

Superior Court Judge denied Sheriff Corpus' request for a restraining order amid her removal battle in San Mateo County, despite widespread support for Measure A allowing such removal for cause.

The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office clarified their policy on ICE interactions after agents arrested a detainee upon release, stressing adherence to transparency, equal access to public information, and non-compliance with ICE detainers.

San Mateo County supervisors vote to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus amid allegations of misconduct; however, Corpus refuses to resign, citing a desire to contest the claims legally.

Larry Stone is stepping down as Santa Clara County Assessor after a 30-year tenure, with his term ending on July 6, 2025, prior to the 2026 elections.