The $5 million draws from various local and state-awarded funds and is intended to support a broad range of projects, including new construction, rehabilitating old units, and converting existing buildings into affordable housing.
In an extensive interview with the Peninsula Press on Oct. 24, Evan Low stressed his progressive values and ideas that could uplift the middle class in a high-cost-of-living area. Among these are free community college and universal healthcare.<
Fixing the nation’s housing shortage can no longer be left to local governments alone and Congress must offer more robust solutions to the problem, Sam Liccardo, the former San Jose Mayor running to represent California’s 16th district, said in an interview with Peninsula Press. In the interview, Liccardo also advocated for AI regulation, gun laws and reproductive health protections that could potentially pass in a divided Congress.
Liccardo Says Congress Not Doing Enough To Fix Housing Crisis Read More »
From fairs and festivals to comedy shows and bake sales, this photo gallery reflects the communal spirit and shared humanity of individuals striving to support one another amidst tragedy and turmoil.
Cultural Crossroads: Reflections of Solidarity in the Bay Area Read More »
Zakiya Carr Johnson, the chief diversity and inclusion officer for the U.S. Department of State, returned to her hometown of East Palo Alto in late September to speak at a community event held in her honor. Around 50 people attended the event hosted by the East Palo Alto Community Archive, a nonprofit that aims to
By the end of 2016 nearly 5.2 million refugees had arrived on Europe’s shores from Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Nearly one million of those sought asylum in Germany, and Berlin alone sometimes received over 10,000 refugees in a single month.
A place to call home: Germany’s housing crisis is hitting refugees hardest Read More »
While the bulk of his career has been spent as a sports columnist, Dave Kindred considers himself a writer foremost. His love for writing can be traced back to his early years.
After five years playing for Stanford and a year as an assistant coach during graduate school, Ethan Ng is setting his sights on professional golf.
Balancing his rigorous academic schedule with competitive fencing, the classically trained tenor Alexander Jeon maintains the discipline of an elite athlete while nurturing a deep passion for music.
Elegance and precision: The dual life of Stanford fencer and singer Alexander Jeon Read More »
The recent crisis in Haiti didn’t come out of nowhere; centuries of foreign intervention coupled with an opportunistic Haitian political elite have contributed to the country’s troubles, said Robert Fatton Jr., former professor of Government and Foreign Affairs at the University of Virginia.
Amid Turmoil in Haiti, Little Girls Still Dance and Women Still Get Their Hair Done Read More »
Across the U.S., flag football’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent years. The debut of the Hellcats—a youth team representing West Alameda —reflects that growth, and a few of the reasons the sport has become important to many.
Leap of faith: A middle school flag football team’s first season Read More »
How long does it take for wheelchair users to grab a cup of coffee? Unlike in large cities such as San Francisco, accessible rideshare apps are not reliable in places like Palo Alto. A 1.6-mile distance can turn into more than 1 hour of travel time for wheelchair users. Many factors go into a successful coffee run. Follow Stanford University graduate student, Tilly Griffiths, to find out more.
A 360 Experience: Traveling as a Power Wheelchair User in Palo Alto Read More »
