https://briannasosa2.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Brianna SosaenSat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://peninsulapress.com/2025/11/12/san-mateo-sheriff-forum-draws-dozens-of-san-franciscans-in-support-of-lazar/Three finalists vying to become the next San Mateo County Sheriff made their case to residents on Nov. 10 with former San Francisco Police Assistant Chief David Lazar stressing his experience leading a large agency, Interim Gilroy Police Chief Kenneth Binder emphasizing his history helping neighboring Santa Clara County navigate a similar, post-scandal transition, and Solano Community College Police Chief Brian Wynn Huynh Travis citing his hometown roots.Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://peninsulapress.com/2025/11/12/san-mateo-sheriff-forum-draws-dozens-of-san-franciscans-in-support-of-lazar/https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/ac1461ce-8776-424d-ab25-7bdf275d9164.pdfSat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/ac1461ce-8776-424d-ab25-7bdf275d9164.pdfhttps://www.paloaltoonline.com/news/2026/02/27/construction-launches-for-palo-altos-newest-teacher-housing-project/Palo Alto’s newest teacher housing project, The Academy, is finally ready for construction. Community partners ceremoniously dug shovels into dirt on the 3265 El Camino Real construction site on Thursday afternoon to initiate the official start of developer Half Dome Capital’s apartment complex in the Ventura neighborhood.Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.paloaltoonline.com/news/2026/02/27/construction-launches-for-palo-altos-newest-teacher-housing-project/https://www.paloaltoonline.com/environment/2026/02/17/report-palo-alto-sees-growing-number-of-parched-neglected-trees/Palo Alto’s trees are generally in better shape than they were a year ago, but a growing number are suffering because of insufficient watering and a lack of homeowner care.Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.paloaltoonline.com/environment/2026/02/17/report-palo-alto-sees-growing-number-of-parched-neglected-trees/https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M5kzubtEnY80YtZBB8J3DG_bs7NAfkzu/view?usp=drive_linkSat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M5kzubtEnY80YtZBB8J3DG_bs7NAfkzu/view?usp=drive_linkhttps://www.mv-voice.com/community/2026/02/06/mountain-view-nonprofit-forgoes-federal-funding-rather-than-compromise-values/The Community Services Agency in Mountain View is opting to forgo some of its federal funding, rather than compromise its commitment to serving all those in need, the nonprofit announced this week.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.mv-voice.com/community/2026/02/06/mountain-view-nonprofit-forgoes-federal-funding-rather-than-compromise-values/https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/bcc5e1c6-f77f-4df1-95b0-ec9a2bfb38c8.pdfFERNBRIDGE, Calif. - In October, Cate Edwards received a text message from a blocked number. “You need to contact this number,” the message read. “He can help. We need the mill here. It's his personal phone. I can't tell you who I am.” Cate and her husband Shawn had recently moved from Kentucky to open Lost Coast Spinnery in Fernbridge, the first wool mill in Humboldt County in 15 years.Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/bcc5e1c6-f77f-4df1-95b0-ec9a2bfb38c8.pdfhttps://www.almanacnews.com/technology/2026/01/07/dr-thomas-j-fogarty-inventor-of-the-balloon-catheter-dies-at-91-in-portola-valley/Dr. Thomas J. Fogarty, a longtime Portola Valley resident who became as well known for his Fogarty Winery as for his invention of the balloon catheter, a groundbreaking medical device, died on Dec. 28, 2025, in Portola Valley. He was 91.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.almanacnews.com/technology/2026/01/07/dr-thomas-j-fogarty-inventor-of-the-balloon-catheter-dies-at-91-in-portola-valley/https://peninsulapress.com/2025/11/09/san-mateo-board-of-supervisors-selects-three-to-advance-in-vote-for-county-sheriff/REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors selected three finalists from a pool of six applicants on Nov. 6, in the first public step toward restoring leadership after the historic removal of former Sheriff Christina Corpus. Each candidate’s application was posted online and their interviews were held publicly to promote a transparent recruitment process.   The board advanced retired San Francisco Assistant Police Chief David Lazar, Solano Community College Police Ch...Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://peninsulapress.com/2025/11/09/san-mateo-board-of-supervisors-selects-three-to-advance-in-vote-for-county-sheriff/https://youtu.be/NlxNy-bSC1Y?si=tqrf8bgrwj-d_76VAfter voter’s approved Proposition E in May 2024, San Francisco’s Police Department began using drones. They now operate the largest drone fleet in the Bay Area. Police say that drones have helped keep officers safe and solve crimes. Critics warn the public never got a real choice. Our full report breaks down how the fleet grew, who’s funding it, and what that means for privacy and safety for San Francisco residents. 🎥 By Olivia Raykhman & Brianna Sosa | Peninsula PressTue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://youtu.be/NlxNy-bSC1Y?si=tqrf8bgrwj-d_76Vhttps://peninsulapress.com/2025/10/23/californias-lofgren-warns-u-s-sliding-into-autocracy-under-trump/SAN JOSE, Calif. – Democratic U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) described the Trump administration as the “most corrupt administration” in U.S. history and warned that the U.S. is “clearly” sliding into autocracy.  “The threats to our future are very real and severe,” she said.  In a wide-ranging interview with Stanford Journalism MA students on Oct. 23 at her district office in San Jose amid the government shutdown, Lofgren said Congress is doing “almost nothing” right now.  The shutdo...Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://peninsulapress.com/2025/10/23/californias-lofgren-warns-u-s-sliding-into-autocracy-under-trump/https://soundcloud.com/peninsula-press/a-city-divided-oakland-debates-community-safety?si=f79722a748844063a5f9f634df30a230&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingA new police pursuit policy was approved in Oakland, Calif. on Sept. 25, 2025. The policy makes it easier for officers to conduct high-speed chases and is controversial among residents. Oakland’s decades-long history of police abuses is at the forefront of conversation and community members can’t agree whether fewer restrictions make them feel safer. By: Brianna Sosa Black Panther audio from US National ArchivesWed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://soundcloud.com/peninsula-press/a-city-divided-oakland-debates-community-safety?si=f79722a748844063a5f9f634df30a230&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharinghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/a8b2badb-26ce-460d-b803-8d86d0dbcc61.pdfSun, 19 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/a8b2badb-26ce-460d-b803-8d86d0dbcc61.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/a482861f-d468-4149-8f33-053bf63297b6.pdfSun, 19 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/477731/uploads/a482861f-d468-4149-8f33-053bf63297b6.pdfhttps://peninsulapress.com/2025/10/19/thousands-gather-in-oakland-for-nationwide-anti-trump-no-kings-demonstration/OAKLAND, Calif. – According to event organizers, over 10,000 demonstrators poured into downtown Oakland on Saturday for one of the largest “No Kings” rallies in the Bay Area to protest against the Trump Administration. Organizers in Oakland framed Saturday’s march as a patriotic stand for democracy. “This is a ‘Love America’ rally. People are here because they are united by America’s founding values,” said Oakland rally spokesperson Joey Raff.  Organizers stressed the peaceful nature of th...Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://peninsulapress.com/2025/10/19/thousands-gather-in-oakland-for-nationwide-anti-trump-no-kings-demonstration/https://peninsulapress.com/2025/10/03/oakland-police-can-pursue-suspects-with-less-restrictions/An Oakland Police commission made it easier for officers to engage in high-speed chases. Seven appointed residents voted unanimously on Sept. 25 to allow police to pursue suspects at any speed with supervisor approval.  The vote eliminated a requirement for officers to receive two separate approvals before conducting a high-speed chase. The first, to begin pursuing a suspect, and the second, to drive over 50 miles per hour. The new policy will go into effect on Jan. 1. Oakland Police Chief...Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://peninsulapress.com/2025/10/03/oakland-police-can-pursue-suspects-with-less-restrictions/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15MppGcPB8gDespite the harsh ABC laws taking over 50% from distilleries' profits, Ragged Mountain Distillery explains how they stayed a float during the pandemic. Produced by: Brianna SosaFri, 23 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0100https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15MppGcPB8ghttps://www.wuvanews.com/virginia-set-to-abolish-death-penalty/Wednesday afternoon, Governor Ralph Northam will sign legislation ending the death penalty in Virginia, a state with a prolific and extensive history of conducting executions. Gov. Northam is scheduled to sign the landmark bill at the Greensville Correction Center at 2PM. Last month, the Virginia General Assembly voted to abolish the death penalty, with both the Senate and House of Delegates approving bills to end capital punishment. Reporter Brianna Sosa speaks to supporters and opponents of th...Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://www.wuvanews.com/virginia-set-to-abolish-death-penalty/