The county has teamed up with two mental health providers to bring the Trusted Response Urgent Support Team program to Palo Alto and other nearby cities in October, Supervisor Joe Simitian said.
Retiring Palo Alto police Chief Bob Jonsen is thus far edging out former sheriff's Capt. Kevin Jensen in a tight five-way race for Santa Clara County sheriff, according to unofficial election results posted Tuesday night.
After two years of attrition, the Palo Alto City Council is preparing to boost spending in the city's police and fire departments and restore positions that were cut over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carlos Bolanos is in the midst of his first reelection campaign for San Mateo County Sheriff, a position he's held for almost six years. His campaign emphasizes his law enforcement experience and his accomplishments as the incumbent.