San Jose Police Say Pointing A Gun Isn't Use Of Force

The change in categorization is concerning to leaders who say an officer pulling a gun on a person can cause fear and lingering trauma.

How San Jose Lawmaker's Bill Could Curb Workplace Violence

As workplace violence has escalated, one California legislator wants to ensure workers are better protected.

San Jose To House Hundreds Of Homeless Residents

Homeless San Jose residents could soon have more access to safe shelter and protected places to park their vehicles.

District Attorney Drops Investigation Into Cupertino Council

Members of the Cupertino City Council were investigated for allegedly meddling in decisions to hire and fire city staff.

San Jose Pot Shops May Move Into More Locations

San Jose wants more cannabis dispensaries, so it's looking to relax rules on where and how they can open in the city.

Lawsuit Doesn't Stop San Jose Park Concerts

Opponents of the Levitt Pavilion have filed an appeal in a contentious lawsuit aimed at stopping plans to revamp the park.

San Jose Starbucks The Latest Location To Unionize

Employees at The Alameda and Julian Street Starbucks unanimously voted to unionize on May 19.

San Jose Officials Want To Stop Shady Politics

The city is looking to prohibit elected officials and staff from working on political action committees that raise money for local races.

Who Loses In San Jose Mayor's Housing Plan?

The San Jose City Council is considering cutting spending on affordable housing by half and reallocating funds to homelessness services.

‘We're Tired Of This Life': San Jose Sweeps Another Homeless Camp

A city-led effort this week focused on moving out hundreds of unhoused people who live near Coyote Creek.

Silicon Valley Leads Nation In Hiring New College Grads

The metro area hired the highest number of new graduates last year, according to a report from HR software company Gusto.

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds Plans Plod Ahead

This summer will mark the return of the Santa Clara County Fair that hasn’t been held since 2019 due to the pandemic.

Does San Jose Need A Military-Grade Arsenal?

Residents questioned allowing the use of such high-grade equipment.

San Jose Commission Considers Plan For Hundreds Of Homes

Approval would clear the way for Rob Facchino to develop a combination of up to 820 homes, apartments, condos, townhouses and retail space.

The ‘Political Assassination’ Of Santa Clara Councilman Anthony Becker

The city’s politically-charged police union launched a damning website blasting the city’s top leaders.

Santa Clara Councilmember Pleads Not Guilty To Multiple Charges

Anthony Becker pleaded not guilty that he leaked a confidential civil grand jury report to the San Francisco 49ers organization.

San Jose Budget Could Reallocate Affordable Housing Funds

The budget proposal shows that $38 million of Measure E funds earmarked for affordable housing may shift to homelessness services.

Perry: San Jose's Homeless Solution Is Just Smoke And Mirrors

To expect someone to move from living unsheltered to pay median Silicon Valley rents in four months is not reasonable.

San Jose Advocates Demand Stronger Police Oversight

Rev. Sammie Evans said the lack of true independent oversight of policing in San Jose is unjust and breeds corruption.

San Jose Says Goodbye To Its Neighborhoods Commission

City staff said the vacancy rate is due to a lack of civic engagement, as well as the convoluted process to appoint members.

Santa Clara County Scores Millions In HUD Funding

Millions of federal dollars are funneling into Santa Clara County to help shelter and support those experiencing homelessness.

Santa Clara Official Indicted For Lying Over Leaked 49ers Report

A Santa Clara official is facing criminal charges related to lying about leaking a report on councilmembers and 49ers executives.

Meet San Jose's New Downtown Manager

Nathan Donato-Weinstein is San Jose’s new downtown manager—a position focused on the downtown core’s economic development.

Silicon Valley Water Director Hires Attorney Amid Investigation

An investigation into Rebecca Eisenberg’s behavior is ongoing with no clear end in sight.

Former San Jose Legislator Considers Another State Run

A former California legislator might run for another state seat representing parts of Silicon Valley.

UPDATE: San Jose Council Strengthens Wage Theft Policy

San Jose wanted to loosen wage theft requirements to allow more contractors to work for the city, but councilmembers pushed back.

San Jose Police Union Hides Web Pages After Scandal

The San Jose Police Officers' Association has blocked significant portions of its website from public access.

San Jose Council Considers Loosening Wage Theft Rules

The idea isn’t sitting well with some members of the City Council.

Former San Jose Official Running For Supervisor—Again

Another politico has tossed her hat into the race for the District 2 seat on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.

San Jose Police Union's Political Clout Clouded By Drug Scandal

It’s unclear whether the powerful organization will lose the political clout it’s wielded in the city and wider region for decades.

San Jose Police Union Fires Alleged Drug Smuggler

The San Jose Police Officers' Association had terminated Joanne Segovia, a 20-year employee and the organization’s executive director.

San Jose Housing Director To Retire

Jacky Morales-Ferrand never thought her work in housing would span three decades.

State Lawmaker To Run For Santa Clara County Supervisor

After decades in local and state politics, Sally Lieber is ready to be a bridge between county government and the residents it serves.

A Double Life For Some Silicon Valley Politicos

Three Santa Clara County politicos lead a double life as policy advisors and researchers by day and elected officials at night.

San Jose Braces For Bill Criminalizing Homelessness

Senate Bill 31 would ban people from sitting on the sidewalk within 1,000 feet of a “sensitive area.”

Disgraced San Jose Police Union Manager Appears In Court

Joanna Segovia faces up to 20 years in prison.

Longtime Santa Clara County Politico Looks To Make History

The longtime community advocate has her eye on being the first Vietnamese supervisor in Santa Clara County.

Reggie Roberts: The Mail Maestro Of San Jose City Hall

Every morning for the last quarter of a century, Reggie Roberts ensures Silicon Valley's most powerful politicos have their mail.

Silicon Valley Rep. Ro Khanna Is Staying Put—For Now

Silicon Valley Congressman Ro Khanna will take on the role of campaign co-chair for longtime East Bay Congresswoman Barbara Lee.

San Jose Lags On Language Translation Services

Those who don’t ask for translation services for public meetings may find themselves relegated to a separate room.