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Palo Alto edged closer to installing automated license plate readers in about two dozen locations around town when the City Council tentatively supported a Police Department proposal to adopt the technology.

Palo Alto edged closer to installing automated license plate readers in about two dozen locations around town when the City Council tentatively supported a Police Department proposal to adopt the technology.

After making cuts in the Police Department over the past two years in response to dwindling revenues, Palo Alto accelerated its push to hire more officers as part of a major adjustment to the citys budget.

Laura Rodriguez, the general manager at Local Union 271 restaurant, said the street closure implemented during the pandemic allows the restaurant to serve 30% more customers. "It helps us not only to be able to see the capacity grow, but to allow us to employ more people," Rodriguez said. Just around the corner at The Patio, owner Megan Kawkab said she invested $65,000 in an outdoor dining area, but she says her business has taken a hit ever since University Avenue closed to cars because custom...

Masks required for fans who shout: Restaurants step up safety for Super Bowl watching KTVUs Emma Goss reports. PALO ALTO, Calif. - On Sunday, not all eyes were glued to the Super Bowl. Restaurants in the Bay Area had their attention on diners, making sure watching the Super Bowl didnt result in any super spreader scenarios. In Palo Alto, The Patio rolled out the whole nine yards for a COVID-19 safe Super Bowl Sunday. "We feel safe. The owners are following  guidelines. Theres air flow, its goo...