The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has approved an ordinance to give local businesses preferential treatment in county contract bidding, effective July 1, 2025.

Amid allegations of misconduct, San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus faces calls for her resignation but refuses to step down, even after a no-confidence vote by local officials.

Assistant Sheriff Matthew Fox of San Mateo County resigned amidst internal discord and after a controversial report on Sheriff's Office misconduct was released.

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has demanded Sheriff Christina Corpus's resignation following an investigation that revealed misconduct and called for the termination of an executive director.

The San Mateo County Board considers demanding Sheriff Christina Corpus's resignation after an investigation reveals alleged abuses of power in her office.

California voters approve Proposition 36, increasing penalties for retail theft and drug offenses, reversing some progressive criminal justice reforms from Proposition 47.

Ex-San Jose Councilmember Omar Torres was arrested on sexual assault charges involving a minor and resigned, with a police investigation uncovering graphic exchanges reportedly vestigial of role-play.

Paul Joseph confirmed as San Jose's permanent Police Chief, after serving in an acting capacity, committed to improving the department and community relations.

San Mateo County establishes a specialized team to support high-risk domestic abuse survivors, after the city recorded a significant number of related homicides in 2023.

San Mateo County in California plans to increase the minimum wage to $17.46 per hour by January 1, 2025, benefiting most workers, with some exceptions.

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus accused County Executive Mike Callagy of sexual discrimination and bullying, which he denies, prompting an investigation.

Sheriff Christina Corpus accuses San Mateo County Executive Mike Callagy of sexual discrimination and undermining her role, amidst tensions with the Deputy Sheriff's Association and allegations of unfair labor practices within her administration.

Donald Trump held a fundraiser in the Bay Area, drawing support despite the region's Democratic leanings, as he and VP Harris both tap into California's fundraising potential.