IN THE NEWS

Nearly four years after San Mateo permanently closed a portion of B Street to vehicle traffic, city leaders and business owners say the decision has helped transform downtown into a thriving destination for residents, families and visitors from across the Bay Area.

San Mateo Mayor Adam Loraine kicked off his campaign for reelection to represent District 5 on the San Mateo City Council in November 2026.

More than a century after its founding, the San Mateo County Community College District broke ground this week on its first-ever student dormitory, set to open in fall 2028.