UPDATE: Santa Clara County Expands Its Home Kitchen Industry

Santa Clara County residents running food businesses out of their kitchens will be able to come out of the shadows.

Santa Clara County Home Kitchen Industry Could Expand

The board will consider recommendations to authorize microenterprise home kitchen operations in Santa Clara County.

San Jose Considers Security Cameras For Small Businesses

City officials also want to figure out how to set aside funds to help small businesses install surveillance cameras in high-crime areas.

Strict Rules At San Jose Flea Market Drive Out Vendors

Behind the colorful booths, lively music and tantalizing smells of local Mexican foods at the San Jose Flea Market are tears and heartache.

Signia By Hilton San Jose Pumps New Energy In The Downtown

The doors are open again at the South Bay's largest hotel.

The Biz Beat: Fox Tale Fermentation Project Brings Unique Brews To San Jose

San Jose residents and domestic partners Wendy Neff and Felipe Bravo have approached every beer as a learning opportunity.

Downtown San Jose Special Property District Up For Renewal

A special district that provides extra cleaning and security to downtown San Jose property owners may be extended for another decade.

Silicon Valley Unemployment Drops As Hospitality Sees Slow Recovery

Unemployment continues to plummet in Silicon Valley, but it's anyone's guess when the leisure and hospitality sector will fully recover.

The Biz Beat: Booze And Bands At The Note Lounge In Milpitas

“This is where real blues fans are starting to gather because this bar is known for being so friendly and accepting.”

Cannabis Union Efforts Stop Short In San Jose

“Each and every person is an asset to the future of our company so I believe we deserve to be treated as such.”

Silicon Valley Unemployment Declines But Disparities Increase

Unemployment is in decline across Silicon Valley, but experts say the region's recovery reflects social inequities.

San Jose Legislator Wants To Extend ADA Compliance Program

Bill would allow local governments to continue collecting a $4 fee attached to permits and licenses to fund disability compliance programs.

99 Ranch Market Fills Void At South San Jose Mall

One of the largest Asian supermarket chains in the nation, unveiled its newest store this week at Oakridge Mall.

The Biz Beat: Satori Cellars In Gilroy Serves Award-Winning Wines

Visiting Satori Cellars’ tasting room in Gilroy is as much about entering an enchanted realm as it is about tasting its award-winning wines.

San Jose Downtown Association Looks For New Leader

The powerful San Jose Downtown Association is preparing for its first leadership change in 34 years.

Signia Hotel To Bring Workers, Business Back To Downtown San Jose

Silicon Valley's largest hotel is reopening under new branding this spring.

San Jose Businesses Share Supply Chain Woes

Chamber President Derrick Seaver said it’s complex to pinpoint all the reasons for the crisis, but noted the root cause is COVID.

The Biz Beat: Good Karma Bikes Keeps San Jose Moving

San Jose’s Good Karma Bikes provides free bicycles to those in need of reliable transportation, which has been a lifeline for many.

Seaver: How Do We Address Ongoing Supply Chain Challenges?

Consumers and businesses have had to adjust to scarcity in ways that our area and our nation have not experienced in quite some time.

Silicon Valley Day Care Closures Sideline Working Mothers

A lack of affordable day care drove women out of the workforce when COVID-19 hit. Now they are stranded and can't get back in.

San Jose Flea Market Fees Frustrate Vendors

The parking and entry prices at the Berryessa Flea Market in San Jose are increasing—and vendors are furious.

The Biz Beat: San Jose's Guitar Showcase Rocked With Music Legends

Over the last 57 years, local bands shared one thing in common: guitars and equipment purchased from San Jose’s Guitar Showcase.

Watchdog Alleges More Labor Violations At San Jose Public Project

A labor watchdog claims to have found a third company that committed labor violations on a costly San Jose public project.

The Biz Beat: Jackie's Place In San Jose Offers Soul Cooking From The Heart

After being burnt to the ground in a devastating fire, Jackie’s Place rose from the ashes to dish out authentic soul food.

San Jose Mall Workers Say New Parking Fees Are Wage Theft

Two dozen people protested the parking fees they say will take a bite out of their paychecks.

Silicon Valley's Equity Grade Is Below Flunking

The state of the Silicon Valley is grim when it comes to equity and equality.

More Billboards Proposed Near San Jose Airport

As San Jose leaders consider allowing two digital billboards to be built at the airport, three more may be quietly coming to the city.

San Jose Food Club Works To Promote Local Restaurants

Jorge Gomez transformed his Instagram page that featured jokes to a community page with news, media, memes and food.

Massive Verdict For Bay Area Mogul Who Tried To Buy Stake In San Jose Casino

A Bay Area casino magnate has won a whopping victory against his former attorney.

Cannabis Could Be Coming To San Jose Retail Centers

San Jose cannabis enthusiasts may be starting the year off on a high.

Campbell Chamber Of Commerce: 54th Annual Celebrate Campbell

She is also the author of The Orchard City, a book chronicling the history of Campbell.

The Biz Beat: San Jose's Cup And Saucer Serves Up Comfort Food

January marked the restaurant’s 30th anniversary.

Santa Clara County Wants To Empower Minority-Owned Businesses

Santa Clara County is launching a disparity study to level the playing field for minority-owned businesses.

The Biz Beat: Kyoto Palace In Campbell Still Reigns After More Than 40 Years

“We are more than thankful that Kyoto Palace was able to survive the pandemic.”

Parking Fees At Santa Clara County Mall Upset Shop Owners, Employees

Retailers and restaurant owners at Westfield Valley Fair shopping mall are circulating a petition against a new paid parking policy.

The Biz Beat: CamBinh Nguyen Keeps Vovinam Martial Arts Alive In San Jose

Vovinam San Jose also performs lion dances and Vietnamese traditional dance routines on the weekends.

Grants For Santa Clara County Microbusinesses Will Leave Some Hanging

COVID relief for very small businesses is on the horizon, but a bevy of rules may prevent it from reaching some struggling entrepreneurs.

The Biz Beat: For 40-Plus Years, Hicklebee's In San Jose Has Brought Stories To Life

A magical place for children.

Campbell 'Gas Tax Holiday' Proposed Amid Surging Fuel Prices

The Golden State may not receive another gas tax hike this summer under Gov. Newsom's budget proposal. What to know.

San José Spotlight Receives Half-Million Grant From American Journalism Project

Over the next three years, the team at AJP will work with San José Spotlight to provide mentorship and support to achieve its growth.