Michael McLaughlin, Author at Peninsula Press

SportsFebruary 2, 2018

Which Super Bowl winning quarterback earned the most?

By Michael McLaughlin

The cash earnings of Super Bowl winning quarterbacks has varied greatly over the past decade. Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson was paid less than $1 million the season his team was crowned champions. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger earned nearly $28 million during the 2008-09 NFL year. The charts account for inflation, however. That is why Roethlisberger’s total compensation is displayed at over $32 million when compared to his counterparts. Nonetheless, this lego visualization helps illustrate the wide earnings margin between players. If a quarterback won twice in the past ten years, their second victory is represented by black legos.

Farmers combat declining revenues with tourism

By Michael McLaughlin

PESCADERO — When San Mateo County’s agriculture production value declined, local farmers turned to agritourism to supplement their incomes.

San Mateo County officials, non-profits say labor bill would harm services

By Michael McLaughlin

PALO ALTO – Nonprofits and many California counties are gearing up for a possible showdown in Sacramento against the state’s service employees union over a bill that could make it harder for local governments to contract with outside organizations that provide critical services.