Bay Area restaurants compost, donate uneaten food
In the United States, 34 million tons of food goes to waste each year. In 2009, only 1 million tons of that was recycled. But many Bay Area restaurants have found ways to waste not.
Peninsula police use smart phones, tablets when responding to calls in the field
Peninsula police departments are using smart phones and netbooks to help them quickly respond to calls. Apps help them map and search areas, download photos and videos of suspects, and write reports from the field.
Behind a Santa Clara County board member is … a grandfather from Italy
The Vice President of the Santa Clara county Board of Supervisors Dave Cortese says the strong bond with his grandfather, an immigrant from Sicily, helps him to better serve Santa Clara County’s diverse community.
VIDEO – Students proud to vote for the first time
Four students share their opinions on the propositions they have taken to heart and describe the factors that have led them to vote.