Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Hits Nonprofits

Nonprofit leaders also worried how they could continue providing direct services for the disenfranchised residents who rely on them.

Silicon Valley Bank CEO Leaves Powerful Board

Greg Becker is being scrutinized for selling roughly $3.6 million worth of Silicon Valley Bank stock through a trust in late February.

Dozens Line Up To Pull Money From Silicon Valley Bank

Everyone was hoping to access their accounts and keep the lights on at their businesses.

San Jose Mayor Blasts ‘Weak' Government Response To Silicon Valley Bank Collapse

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is blasting the federal government’s approach to the crisis — calling it “weak” and “half-hearted.”

The Biz Beat: San Jose Restaurant Serves Up Uyghur Cuisine

Kusan Uyghur Cuisine has spent the last four years focused on dishes that bring authenticity in a style that is at once familiar and exotic.

San Jose Small Businesses Can Still Apply For COVID Rent Relief

San Jose has opened its next wave of grants for small businesses to pay off their rent debts accrued during the COVID-19 pandemic.

What's Next For The Former Fry's HQ In San Jose?

Some councilmembers worried about the removal of large trees and whether the developer would pay homage to Fry’s in its project.

End Of An Era: San Jose Antique Shops Could Disappear

The string of antique shops on San Carlos Street may become a distant memory.

Biz Beat: Community Spirit At San Jose's The Barbers Inc Is A Cut Above

The closeness of the stations and communal atmosphere facilitates conversations between customers, barbers and those just waiting in line.

San Jose Officials Call For Street Vendor Protections

San Jose officials have a message for street vendors: report any attacks, because the city is listening.

Former San Jose Pub Owners Put Community First

John McKay and Michael North built a businesses that focused on giving back and treating every customer like family.

Zoom Lays Off 1,300 Workers; eBay Cuts 500

The cuts at Zoom and eBay are the latest in the ongoing barrage of layoffs across the tech sector.

San Jose Franchisees Applaud Delay In Controversial Law

Fast-food restaurant owners are breathing easy now that a state law meant to address working conditions among workers is on hold.

The Biz Beat: San Jose Pizzeria Unites Generations

Founded in 1991, Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza in San Jose is a successful combination of traditional and trendy.

Business Leader Sees Vibrant Future For Downtown San Jose

The new head of the San Jose Downtown Association has about four months under his belt after taking the helm from Scott Knies.

Tech Layoffs Won't Hurt Downtown San Jose

Silicon Valley’s overall economy remains strong, and downtown San Jose is poised to succeed.

San Jose Businesses Frustrated By Homelessness

“It’s just not safe for us anymore here.”

Silicon Valley Businesses Caught In Fast-Food Law Limbo

A landmark state fast-food law to improve worker conditions and wages is stuck in the courts.

The Biz Beat: San Jose's La Barrique Is A Feast For Your Eyes—And Stomach

La Barrique’s current menu offers a fusion of Vietnamese and French styles.

Silicon Valley Cement Plant Could Shut Down For Good

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors voted to start a process to consider amending Lehigh Southwest Cement Company’s use permit.

Related Santa Clara Developer To Appeal Decision Over Wages

A $60 billion development firm intends to challenge a state decision that it must pay prevailing wages to workers on its massive project.

Silicon Valley Offices Less Empty Than Other Regions

Silicon Valley is faring better than other nearby areas when it comes to office vacancies.

Chinese Developer With Multiple San Jose Projects Arrested

Zhang Li was allegedly part of a scheme to bribe public officials between 2015 and 2020.

San Jose Trails Neighbors On Minimum Wage

Paychecks are increasing in San Jose come Jan. 1, but for some residents it's barely enough to get by.

California Franchise Owners Fight Fast Food Law

A state law meant to address working conditions among fast food workers could be stopped with a recall.

UPDATE: Silicon Valley Latinas Rally For Fair Compensation

The earning disparity that disproportionately affects Latinas streams down into housing access and affording basic needs.

Silicon Valley Elite Defend Nonprofit CEO With Dark Past

Some experts are raising concerns about a local nonprofit’s decision to hire Steve Wymer as CEO.

Downtown San Jose Loses Another Major Retailer

The CVS on The Alameda became a “magnet” for homeless residents.

World Cup A Win For Downtown San Jose

World Cup watch parties have activated San Pedro Square in a way the city hasn’t seen since the pandemic’s start.

Santa Clara Voters Say Yes To Higher Business Taxes

Nearly 60% of voters in Santa Clara are supporting Measure H.

San Jose Wants To Double Pot Shops To Increase Revenue

The goal is to enable dispensaries clustered in East San Jose to move into other areas and increase business licenses from 16 to 37.

The Biz Beat: Enticing Caribbean Food Plated In Downtown San Jose

Island Taste Caribbean Grill is where Jamaican and Haitian food flow through San Jose.

Downtown San Jose Gets Google — And A Power Grid

Google is coming into San Jose and bringing its own electrical grid.

The Biz Beat: Urban Momo Brings Nepalese Cuisine To San Jose

“I call it Indo-Chinese, a fusion between Indian and Chinese.”

Olson: Feds Giving Small Businesses Short End Of The Stick

Everyone likes to say that they support small businesses.

Rodriguez: How The San Jose Downtown Association Was Actually Founded

The association's vision was about a fully inclusive downtown in which independent operators could build livelihoods and thrive.

Why Renting Your Pool Is Illegal In San Jose

Swimply connects homeowners with those seeking a backyard oasis.

The Biz Beat: San Jose Eatery Brings The Heat, Flavor Of Northern Thailand

If you are looking for pineapple curry or dislike spicy foods, Khaosan Thai may not be the place for you.

San Jose's Largest Mobile Home Gets New Name, Management

San Jose's largest mobile home park is under new management and looks secure from development.

San Jose Dedicates Dollars For Flea Market Studies

The vendors at the San Jose Berryessa Flea Market are a step closer to reshaping their future.