The South Bay’s poorest pupils sleep in cars, on couches and in the library—all while holding down day jobs and earning degrees.

A group of City Council members hope to revive a discussion about commercial linkage fees to fund new affordable housing.

Presidents Day means a day off for millions of school kids and some of their parents. All but a few government offices are closed. Patriotic and historical groups are staging re-enactments. Retailers are taking advantage of the holiday to lure in shoppers with sales.