Silicon Valley College Program Helps Students Net Manufacturing Jobs

“When you ended up finally making a part (you need), you’ve been working on so passionately, that is what’s so beautiful,” Mike Appio said.

Former Silicon Valley Lawmaker Accused Of Violating Campaign Finance Law Dozens Of Times

A report laid out dozens of potential violations by Low involving a non-profit tech foundation for which he raised a half-million dollars.

CA School Faces Federal Probe Over Transgender Athletes

The Department of Education launched three investigations into Title IX violations, including one directed at California.

Proposed Artificial Turf Ban Stalls In Santa Clara County

Some research has linked plastics found in artificial turf to long-lasting health concerns, such as cancer.

Santa Clara County Finalizes $150M Deal To Buy Regional Medical Center

The county plans to restore Level II trauma care at the hospital as soon as the purchase closes in April.

​Santa Clara County Jail Deaths Reached 20-Year High In 2024

More than half of the deaths happened at the Elmwood facility in Milpitas.

Santa Clara County Increases Funding For Children And Family Services

Santa Clara County has increased its commitment to the well-being of children and families.

Santa Clara Valley Water's Encampment Ban Along Waterways Goes Into Effect

For unhoused South Bay resident Anna Garcie, her spot along a stretch of Coyote Creek has been home for three years now.

Silicon Valley Lawmaker Revives Food Benefits Program

This program is essential for the low-income communities that Arteaga’s Food Center serves in the county, owner Lupe Lopez said.

San Jose Needs Plan For Protecting Renters, Audit Finds

Residents said they needed protection from landlords who indiscriminately evict renters.

Campbell Spends Remaining COVID Dollars On Community Projects

For avid Campbell skateboarders, a long overdue facelift of the city skate park is happening earlier than planned.

Santa Clara County Veterans Still Need Housing

Santa Clara County has made strides to house homeless veterans, but the work isn't over.

Downtown San Jose Road Could Close For New Pedestrian Mall

San Jose officials want to recreate the success of downtown gathering spaces like San Pedro Square and Paseo de San Antonio.

Abe-Koga Will Be Next Santa Clara County Supervisor In District 5

“It’s about bringing people together and making sure that everyone has a voice and can participate,” Abe-Koga told San José Spotlight.

San Jose Candidate Temporarily Decertified As A Police Officer

Tam Troung's officer certification was temporarily suspended by the state police board amid allegations of mortgage fraud.

Santa Clara County Homeless Deaths Dip Slightly

Homeless deaths in Santa Clara County are down so far this year despite an opioid crisis and thousands of people living on the streets.

Ballots Mailed, Drop Boxes Open In Santa Clara County

Ballots are starting to arrive in mailboxes across the Bay Area, and residents have until 8 p.m. on Nov. 5 to cast their votes.

Election 2024: Retired Sheriff's Deputy Seeks San Jose D2 Seat

Joe Lopez, 71, worked for the United Farm Workers after graduating high school and discovered his passion for advocacy.

SJ Hotel For Homeless Residents Fails To Meet Needs

Tenants told San Jose Spotlight the renovated hotel has had problems from the start, including a broken elevator and limited staff.

Follow The Money: Silicon Valley's 2024 General Election

Candidates have raised millions of dollars across many contentious races to represent Silicon Valley, on national, state and local stages.

Santa Clara Officials Respond To Being Labeled ‘Dysfunctional'

Santa Clara officials have to agree on how to respond to a report about how their disagreements and infighting have hurt the city.

South San Jose Tiny Homes Project Long Overdue

By next fall, San Jose aims to have a long-awaited temporary housing site on the south side of the city for homeless individuals.

San Jose Parks Lose Millions As Developers Get Tax Break

San Jose is cutting taxes and fees for at least 14 high-rise development projects or more than 4,000 homes in downtown.

Santa Clara County Approves ‘Less Invasive' House Arrest Monitors

Supervisor Otto Lee, prompted by anecdotes of people slipping out of ankle monitors to escape custody, said the current system can fail too.

Santa Clara County Stops Budget Bleed, Not Future Woes

Santa Clara County leaders have managed to approve a $12.5 billion budget that closes a massive deficit.

San Jose Makes Move To Protect Mobile Home Residents

Mobile home park owners in San Jose have new rules restricting how their properties may be converted for other uses.

Cupertino Park Will Boost Equity, Advocates Say

A new Cupertino park and trail expansion 20 years in the making is one step closer to construction.

Santa Clara County Explores Ranked Choice Voting

Santa Clara County leaders this year may move forward with overhauling how they're elected with a system called ranked choice voting.

In Fight Against Blight, San Jose May Soon Hold Building Owners Accountable

Seeking to address blight, city leaders in San Jose are considering a plan to hold owners of empty and abandoned buildings accountable.

Campbell Finalizes Economic Plan With Mixed Business Response

Campbell's latest economic development plan is getting mixed reviews from business owners after its first update since 2017.

Los Gatos Officials Approve Sale Tax Ballot Measure

Councilmember Rob Moore, who voted in favor of the tax, said the bump is crucial to maintain city services ahead of a budget deficit.

Los Gatos Eases Pole Requirement For Developments

Los Gatos' famous poles with orange netting and flags are a thing of the past on some development projects in town.

Silicon Valley Congressional Race: Recount Request Pending

Two recount requests are pending for the highly anticipated race to replace Rep. Anna Eshoo's Silicon Valley congressional seat.

Santa Clara County Looks For Missing Medi-Cal Members

While total membership consistently declined, the number of discontinued individuals also sharply dropped from November to January.

Cupertino Spent Affordable Housing Funds On Lawsuit

Peggy Griffin, a Cupertino resident, said the mistake and money spent on the lawsuit is alarming in a city she feels lacks transparency.

49ers Give Santa Clara ‘Best And Final Offer' In Legal Fight

The effort is the team’s “best and final offer,” and would add $18 million to the city’s general fund over the next two years.

San Jose's Park Redesign Project Blocked Because Of Its Own Historical Preservation Laws

"It's extremely historic. The park has been around for hundreds of years," said Fil Maresca, who lives less than two blocks away.

San Jose Receives $12.7M To Build 200 Tiny Homes

The 200 homes, set to be named the Cerone Interim Housing Community, are expected to open in 2025.

San Jose Mayor Touts Plan To End Homelessness

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has a plan for the city's homeless residents, ranging from temporary housing to encampment clearings.

Santa Clara County May Fund Safe Parking For Homeless Residents

The proposal to help San Jose didn’t come with a dollar amount. Board President Susan Ellenberg has reservations.