While it may look like just another tree, El Palo Alto (behind the train, just to the left of the Caltrain logo) is one of Palo Alto's most famous residents. The 1,070-year-old redwood could suffer if, as expected, high-speed rail comes to the Caltrain right of way. Photos by David Kidd.
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Developing High Speed Rail in California

California is racing to build high-speed rail. Some cities think it should slow down.