Attorneys for the five Stanford University protesters who are facing felony vandalism charges are claiming that the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office exhibited prejudice against students and should be dismissed. — The post DA ordered to hand over documents amid calls for recusal in Stanford retrial appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

Clever signs, music, and lots of enthusiasm — all part of No Kings Day 3 in Menlo Park on March 28. Click on the photos below to view full size. — Photo above by ProBonoPhoto.org/Alfred Leung The post Menlo Park turns out for No Kings Day 3 appeared first on InMenlo.

A former ally of ex-San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus has sued the county for rumors Corpus and her former chief of staff Victor Aenlle spread about her, and hits back with her own allegations about alleged drug use by the pair. — Valerie Barnes was Corpus’ assistant when she was captain in Millbrae, serving as the city’s police chief. When Corpus was running for sheriff, she regularly brought around Aenlle, who was working on her campaign. Rumors about Corpus and Aenlle being in a romantic relationship have persisted since Corpus’ campaign for sheriff in 2022. — The two would leave the Millbrae office for hours “purportedly to campaign” and Corpus would return visibly intoxicated or grinding her teeth, a common effect of some drugs, the lawsuit, filed by attorney Zak Franklin in San Mateo County Superior Court last week alleges.  — Corpus would regularly instruct Barnes to clean up her office, which included cleaning up crushed white pills with blue speckles. — Barnes was also told to hide a Sephora bag full of condoms when Corpus had visitors to her office. — Barnes says in her lawsuit, filed last week in San Mateo County Superior Court, that she was ordered to research wedding venues in Maui for Aenlle and Corpus, despite that both were married. Corpus has since divorced her husband, former Lt. John Kovach.  — Barnes also mentions other aspects about Aenlle and Corpus’ alleged relationship, that the two often played footsie, fed each other and asked employees to rearrange seating so they could face each other. Barnes reiterates claims that Aenlle bought Corpus Louboutin boots and Tiffany earrings. Corpus has previously said she bought herself the earrings. (Read more about other allegations by Barnes from her testimony during a hearing regarding Corpus) — Once Corpus was elected, she told Barnes she planned to hire Aenlle. Barnes allegedly told Corpus that hiring Aenlle, a civilian and Corpus’ romantic partner, would be unethical and an illegal misappropriation of public funds, the lawsuit states. — After that conversation, Barnes began to feel the repercussions of speaking out against Corpus’ hiring of Aenlle. — Barnes says a promotion was reneged on, she thought she was applying to become a “management analyst” which would have aligned more closely with what she had been doing for the Millbrae office, she had also been told by Corpus’ successor in Millbrae, Capt. Eamonn Allen, that she’d start on the highest pay tier once her promotion went through. But, she alleges that due to meddling by Corpus and Aenlle, she was ultimately promoted to “associate management analyst” a lower-paying position, which eliminated her ability for overtime and effectively resulted in a $12,000 pay cut. — According to the lawsuit, other examples of retaliation included: Barnes hearing from others that Corpus and Aenlle spread a rumor that Barnes would sleep with men who donated to Corpus’ campaign,  Rumors that Barnes stole money from the Millbrae evidence room, a room she claims she never had access to,  Leaking to a TV reporter that Barnes was one of the witnesses involved in retired Judge LaDoris Cordell’s HR investigation into Aenlle and Corpus,  Barnes being accused of mishandling Corpus’ belongings during the move from Corpus’ Millbrae office to Redwood City, despite the fact that Barnes was on medical leave during the move.  Corpus refusing to speak to Barnes directly, and leaving her out of meetings and events,  Corpus and Aenlle allegedly telling sheriff’s office employees that Barnes is “rude,” “evil,” “can’t be trusted,” “mean” and “vile.” and  Barnes was accused of running an Instagram account that mocked Corpus.  The Post has reached out to the county, Corpus and Aenlle for comment. This post will be updated with any response. — Corpus’ legal team has previously dismissed Barnes’ allegations against the former sheriff as coming from someone bitter about being passed up for a promotion. — A civil grand jury empaneled to investigate allegations of relation and nepotism by Corpus rejected a count against Corpus regarding Barnes’ allegations about being denied overtime after raising concerns about Aenlle. —

A man with a semiautomatic handgun allegedly sexually assaulted a woman who was jogging in a residential neighborhood at Stanford University on Sunday evening, campus police said. — The post Police: Jogger sexually assaulted on Stanford campus appeared first on Palo Alto Online.

There will be a special Menlo-Atherton Swim Team Alumni Event on Thursday, April 2, at Spieker Pool. The meet begins at 3:30 pm after a brief ceremony for graduating seniors and takes place during a home meet against Carlmont — If you’re unable to attend the full meet, consider coming for the final hour at 5:00 pm, which will feature relays and other exciting moments.  At the end of the meet – around 5:45 pm — alumni in attendance will be recognized. — One of the highlights will be the undefeated boys varsity team’s final attempt to break a 15-year school record in the 4×50 freestyle relay in their home pool. — Snacks and drinks will be available, and most importantly, a chance to reconnect with former teammates and fellow alumni while supporting the next generation of swimmers. — Please RSVP here. — Watercolor painting of swimmer by M-A swimming alum Dennis Nugent (c) 2026  — The post Inviting all M-A swim team alumni to reunion event on April 2 appeared first on InMenlo.

Following one of the heartiest public debates in Palo Alto recent history, the city is preparing to execute a contract on April 6 to replace the turf soccer field at El Camino Park with more artificial turf to the tune of about $800,000. — The post After long debate, council set to OK artificial turf replacement at El Camino Park appeared first on Palo Alto Online.

Warm and dry weather will continue across the Bay Area on Monday before a cooling trend begins ahead of light rain expected Tuesday through Thursday, forecasters said. — The post Light rain heading to the Bay Area this week appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

This year, The Peninsula College Fund (PCF) is celebrating 20 years of building pathways for first-generation, low-income college students across the Peninsula. — Founded by Menlo Park educator Charles Schmuck, PCF began as a simple but powerful idea: help promising students who were determined to attend college but lacked the financial resources, professional networks, and guidance many of their peers take for granted. — Troubled by the high college dropout rate among first-generation and low-income students in the Mid-Peninsula, Schmuck (pictured below) brought together friends and community members to help change the trajectory for a small group of students. — — What began as a grassroots effort supporting just three students from East Palo Alto with scholarships and mentoring has grown into a highly successful program serving hundreds of students across San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. — Today, PCF partners with more than 20 local high schools, working with counselors and administrators to identify motivated students who often fall in the “chunky middle” academically — those with strong potential but who are often overlooked for larger scholarships. — PCF’s approach goes beyond financial aid. Through a comprehensive model that includes scholarships, mentorship, college and career success trainings, and internship support, the organization helps students navigate the critical transitions from high school to college and from college to career. These wraparound services provide the professional exposure, networks, and guidance that many first-generation students lack. — The results speak for themselves. Since its founding, PCF has served more than 700 students and awarded over $12.2 million in scholarships and wraparound services. Thanks to its high-touch support model, PCF scholars achieve an 84% six-year college graduation rate, compared with 21% nationwide for similar students, and most graduate with little or no debt. — To celebrate two decades of impact, PCF will host its 20th Anniversary Gala on April 25 at the Menlo Circus Club, bringing together supporters, alumni, and community members who have helped make this work possible. — Community members are invited to join the celebration and support the next generation of first-generation college graduates. Note: tickets are limited. — The post The Peninsula College Fund celebrates its 20th anniversary appeared first on InMenlo.

Menlo Park’s garbage rates are going up. What’s lacking is any explanation about what the city is doing to decrease waste. — The post Letters to the editor: Higher garbage rates won’t solve the real problem appeared first on The Almanac.

That possibility was hinted at by Buckingham in an article in the San Francisco Chronicle. — He said, in part: ““I think on a more general level, just the energy in terms of what Buckingham Nicks did to sort of create a resurgence of connection between Stevie and myself, I think on a larger scale, that seems to be something that’s in the air,” Buckingham said Friday, March 27, referring to the interest sparked by the re-release of their 1973 album. “And what that translates to specifically, I wouldn’t want to speculate yet.” — Buckingham Nicks — the first and only album they recorded together — was re-released on September 19, 2025. — The album was recorded in 1972 — and released in 1973 — by fellow Menlo-Atherton High School alums Stevie Nicks (class of 1966) and Lindsey Buckingham (class of 1967). — The post Might M-A alums Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham perform together again? appeared first on InMenlo.

Celebrate spring with a community festival that includes a free petting zoo, photos with the big bunny, children’s crafts, big bubbles, Menlo Park Fire Fun Zone and related attractions. — Tickets for the egg hunt are available to City of Menlo Park residents at no charge (limit one ticket per resident child) and $5 per child for non-residents. Egg Hunt tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.  — All other elements of the Spring Festival are free to the public and do not require tickets. — Sensory-friendly Egg Hunt is designed for children who are neurodivergent, have sensory sensitivity needs, and/or have a difficult time in large groups. — A Scavenger hunt takes place throughout the park — search for clues, solve the puzzle and receive a prize. No registration required, see scavenger hunt tent onsite to participate. — — Top photo by Robb Most (c) 2025 — The post Menlo Park Spring Festival takes place April 4 appeared first on InMenlo.

Castilleja School in Palo Alto on Oct. 28, 2020. Photo by Magali Gauthier. CABINET CURIOS … Ever wanted to learn about medicine, quantum science, artificial intelligence, mindfulness and more, all in one place? The 16th-century concept of a cabinet of curiosities inspired an upcoming event hosted by TEDx Palo Alto this weekend. The program will […] — The post Around Town: Bold ideas, Castilleja milestones appeared first on Palo Alto Online.

Local residents who died recently include Richard Allen Walston and Richard Allen Runkel. — The post Obituaries: Local residents who died recently appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

Thousands of demonstrators gathered with signs, songs and sun hats Saturday afternoon in the Midpeninsula to protest President Donald Trump and his policies at the third nationwide “No Kings” rally in less than a year. — The post Thousands turn out for ‘No Kings’ protests across San Mateo County appeared first on Redwood City Pulse.

Hundreds of protesters gathered Saturday at Palo Alto’s Stanford Shopping Center, holding signs rejecting the Trump administration’s domestic and foreign policies before joining a larger “No Kings” protest on the Peninsula. — The post ‘No Kings’ protesters line El Camino in Palo Alto, Mountain View and beyond appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

After months of debating how to alter its affordable housing laws, East Palo Alto is looking to pause its Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. — The post East Palo Alto looks to limit affordable housing standards in new law appeared first on Palo Alto Online.

These folks were gathered on El Camino between Santa Cruz and Ravenswood. — — — — — — The post More photos of No Kings Day 3 participants in Menlo Park appeared first on InMenlo.

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Is the best approach for adding housing to Palo Alto to shoehorn much of it onto a one mile stretch by the freeway? — The post Blog: Development tradeoffs in Palo Alto appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, join the Menlo Park Library online to learn how to start and care for tomato plants to get the best harvest. Library experts will highlight varieties that perform well in our area. — Register via Zoom. — InMenlo file photo (c) 2026 — The post Success with Tomatoes is Garden Talk on April 1 appeared first on InMenlo.

On April 25, 2026, Menlo Park will host the Menlo Community Fun Run (6K) — a family-friendly event designed to bring together residents of all ages in celebration of health, wellness, and community connection. — Set against the scenic backdrop of the Belle Haven Community Campus, Kelly Park, and Bedwell Bayfront Park, the event highlights some of the city’s most vibrant public spaces while encouraging active, outdoor participation. — Participants can range from seasoned runners to families with young children, all coming together for a shared experience that’s both energizing and inclusive. — Register online by April 3. — The post Register for Menlo Community Fun Run by April 3 appeared first on InMenlo.

A sea lion who was found roaming the streets of Mountain View near Google’s headquarters earlier this year has been successfully released back into the wild following months of rehabilitation.  — The post Sea lion found on Mountain View street returns to ocean after months of recovery appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

We already knew that Democrat Tom Steyer, a billionaire running for California governor, is rich. But how rich? — The post California governor’s race: See the candidates’ incomes and tax payments appeared first on Redwood City Pulse.

A deeply devoted father, husband, brother, son, and friend to many — whose expertise in and passion for the outdoors spanned his entire life — Scott James Scherer passed away from natural causes while surfing along his beloved California coast on Friday, March 6, 2026. He was 56 and lived in Menlo Park. — Scott was born in Palo Alto to Jim and Renie Scherer on September 12, 1969. He grew up alongside his sister Julie in Los Altos and attended Los Altos High School, where he excelled at water polo and tennis, graduating in 1988. He went on to attend the University of Redlands, where he played both sports for the Bulldogs. — A lifelong student of markets and world affairs, he studied International Relations and spent time studying in Russia in 1991. He graduated in 1992 and joined CoinStar as its third-ever employee, moving to Seattle to start his career. It was there he met the love of his life, Meg McGraw. — After Meg and Scott married in 1998, they settled in Los Angeles, where Scott attended the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business and Meg continued her career in affordable housing. After two years in Los Angeles, they moved to San Francisco. They bought a house in the neighborhood of West Portal, and in 2004, they welcomed Miles James into their lives. Two years later, they were joined by their daughter Sadie Margaret, and soon moved to Menlo Park, nearly across the street from his sister Julie and her family, and only a few miles away from his parents. — Scott spent his career as a technologist and product executive, working at established technology names and start-up companies across a 30-year career. He also worked as an advisor to several start-ups, most notably Tablet Command, of which he was most proud. — A natural inventor and creative thinker, with patents to his name, Scott brought the same curiosity and craftsmanship to everything he did. That creativity extended to his passion for artistry and woodworking, where he developed a side venture building beautiful custom furniture for family, friends, and clients. — While Scott and Meg raised their kids in Menlo Park, Scott maintained an enduring commitment to the outdoors. Whether mountaineering in the Pacific Northwest, backcountry skiing with friends around the world, camping with family and close friends, mountain-biking weekly with his buddies, or surfing throughout California, he felt most alive in the mountains, the ocean, and the wild places in between. — Scott was the rare person who felt equally at home in the great cities of the world, as well as wandering through the most rural and untouched climes. His mantra was “No Wasted Days” — a credo that he lived by daily. — During 2025, Scott took a 10-month sabbatical to ski throughout the western United States/Canada and surf on the west coast of Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Everywhere he traveled, he eagerly connected with old friends. A devoted planner at heart, he loved adventure and could always be counted on to originate the most exciting plans and follow through on the details. He loved planning travel to share with others. — In that vein, whether it was work, play, travel, or relaxation, he focused all of his energies on relationships. He was a devoted husband, an enthusiastic and loving father, a wonderful son and brother, and a fiercely loyal friend. He was positive, funny, kind, and made those he loved feel special. He lived life to the fullest and pushed all those he loved to do the same. — He is survived by his father Jim, his sister Julie, his wife Meg, his son Miles, and his daughter Sadie, as well as many adoring family and friends. He will be missed daily, remembered always, and his legacy will live on in all the people who are fortunate enough to call themselves his friend. — The post Menlo Park resident Scott James Scherer passes away at age 56 appeared first on InMenlo.

BY STEPHANIE LAM — Daily Post Correspondent — A Santa Clara County judge said yesterday she is considering removing District Attorney Jeff Rosen from retrying five pro-Palestinian activists on vandalism charges because he allegedly used the case for campaign fundraising. — Speaking to a San Jose courtroom, Judge Kelley Paul said she will decide on April 30 whether Rosen’s office will be recused from putting German Gonzalez, Maya Burke, Taylor McCann, Hunter Taylor-Black and Amy Zhai on trial again. The five all took part in breaking into the Stanford president’s office on June 5, 2024 to demand the university divest from companies aiding Israel’s military in Gaza. — Deadlocked jury — The trial to prosecute the five with felony vandalism and conspiracy charges began on Jan. 9 and ended on Feb. 13, with jurors divided 8-4 for guilt on the conspiracy and 9-3 for guilt on the vandalism. — Following the verdict, Rosen said he would push for a retrial. The protesters are accused of causing $300,000 in damage. — But in a Feb. 25 motion, Singh argued that Rosen used the prosecution to solicit campaign donations on his website, including posting the donation button on the same webpage he accused the five of “anti-Semitism.” — Singh also writes that Rosen published a YouTube video where he said he was going to “Fight for Israel” and described the five as “un-American.” — More time allowed — Judge Paul was expected to make the recusal decision yesterday, but instead ruled to allow the defense more time to obtain records and documents related to their case. Singh said the defense wants to get fundraising-related information, including Rosen’s donor list and finances from a December fundraiser. — The case will continue on Thursday, April 30 at 1:30 p.m.

Next Level Board Game Café in downtown Mountain View closed Thursday evening after hosting its last social meetup for game enthusiasts. — The post Mountain View’s downtown board game cafe closes its doors appeared first on Mountain View Voice.

The Ravenswood School Board has held its first meeting to discuss removing Cesar Chavez from its middle school, and debated the merits of naming the school after a person again. — The East Palo Alto school district is one of many agencies in the state grappling with renaming something meant to honor the late labor leader. Last week, reports emerged that Chavez raped girls and women during his days building a major farm-worker labor rights movement in the 1960s in California’s agricultural heartland. Among those who accused him was Dolores Huerta, who co-led the movement that eventually became the United Farm Workers. — Everyone has flaws — Ravenswood board member Laura Nunez said at Thursday’s meeting that there is a risk in renaming the school after a person because everyone is flawed. The best name that represents all the students the school serves is Ravenswood Middle School, she said. — Board member Jenny Varghese board needs to update its policy over school names first before any renaming happens. — Meanwhile, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill on Thursday to rename Cesar Chavez Day as Farmworkers Day in an effort to reconcile the Latino labor icon’s legacy with explosive sexual abuse allegations before the state holiday on March 31. — Wave of renaming — The state’s effort to rename the holiday is part of a wave of other moves to alter memorials honoring the man who, in the 1960s and 1970s, helped secure better wages and working conditions for farmworkers and had been admired by many Democratic leaders. The swift and sweeping effort to erase Chavez’s name from public life was previously unthinkable, as his status had only grown more iconic since his death in 1993. — Republican Sen. Suzette Valladares said yesterday that her family built a life in California by working the fields and that the movement brought together workers from different backgrounds. — “This is not about one person. This is not about one narrative,” she said. “It’s about honoring generations of sacrifice, of resilience and hope.” — Senate President Pro Tempore Monique Limon said honoring farmworkers is especially important at a time when federal agents are deporting non-citizens. — What will schools teach students about Chavez? — California was the first state to designate Chavez’s birthday, March 31, as a holiday to honor the civil rights leader nearly 30 years ago. The Legislature then, in 2000, passed a bill to make it an official paid day off for state employees and require that students learn about his legacy and his role in the labor movement in California. The legislation passed yesterday didn’t address the curriculum requirement. State leaders said they’re in conversation with school officials to adjust lesson plans. — Since the allegations came to light, California State University, Fresno, has covered up Chavez’s statue on campus, while cities like San Jose, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Sacramento have taken steps to erase his name from public landmarks. — Some say Huerta’s name should replace Chavez’s.

BY ADRIANA HERNANDEZ — Daily Post Staff Writer — Parents of a school slated to close are alleging the Sequoia Union High School Board circumvented the state’s open meeting laws by discussing the school’s closure in private text messages. — A group of parents called TIDE Rising filed a Brown Act complaint against the district on Monday, alleging in documents they received as part of a response to a California Public Records Act request that Superintendent Crystal Leach directed the five elected board members to call or text her about the possible closure of the small magnet school in Menlo Park. — This direction to discuss TIDE via text or phone call is evidence that trustees deliberated without the public knowing, violating the Brown Act, according to the complaint, filed in San Mateo County Superior Court by attorney Jay Jambeck. — The district did not respond to the Post’s request for comment. — “Scripted’ moves — The parents also allege the district had started working with a consultant who put together detailed proposals on how to shut down the school five weeks before the board told Leach to reach out to parents about the school’s closure. — “Every step of the purported community engagement process, including ‘listening meetings’ and ‘feedback’ opportunities, had been scripted in ad-vance,” the complaint alleges. — The district held a series of community meetings between the board’s Nov. 12 vote to discuss closing the school and its Feb. 4 vote to close the campus at 150 Jefferson Drive and move the program of about 200 students to Woodside High School. — San Mateo County District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe said he has not been made aware of any violations from the district. — January lawsuit — This is the second legal action the parent group has taken against the district regarding the school’s closure. — Parents alleged in a suit filed on Jan. 30 that the district is discriminating against children with disabilities by closing TIDE. U.S. District Judge Trina Thompson rejected the request to stop the closure because there was no immediate need for her to approve the request. Thompson set a new date for May as the district filed a motion to dismiss the case. — Other legal trouble — The district has previously been sued by a group called Parents Defending Education for withholding public records about the M-A Chronicle student newspaper’s copyright takedown of a video from YouTube. — The parents contend school employees were behind the student newspaper’s move. — The district continues to face a series of lawsuits related to ethnic studies and alleged antisemitism. — Chloe Gentile-Montgomery, a former ethnic studies teacher at Men-1o-Atherton High School, sued the district for alleged racial discrimination and harassment, claiming the district did not defend her when she was being harassed by students, parents and fellow district employees. — The district is also being sued by a group of parents who claim the district fostered a culture of antisemitism.