Take our poll and let us know what you think about banning plastic bags in Cupertino.
Plastic bag ordinance will go into effect Sunday in San Jose and unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County; retailers will charge 10 cents per plastic bag.
A list of new legislation for 2012 created by your own elected representatives.
Some city venues are closed this weekend, and a shutdown of City Hall this week means no City Council meeting next Tuesday.
Taxpayers have until midnight Dec. 31 to donate to their favorite non-profits. However, make sure you know who actually gets your money.
Cupertino's Sears escapes closure—for now. In related news, the State Supreme Court upholds law that eliminates 400 redevelopment agencies, including Cupertino's Vallco agency.
Appointment follows resignation of Judge Eugene M. Hyman.
Club asks court to impose hefty fines and force Lehigh to stop discharging elevated levels of selenium and other toxins into creek that flows through Cupertino, Los Altos and Mountain View.
State Senator Joe Simitian sat down with Patch editors for a free-wheeling Q&A in which Occupy dominated much of the conversation.
Draft rules proposed by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, which may directly effect air quality in Cupertino, will be discussed at a public meeting at Monta Vista High School.
Termed-out from city council Wang is considering a run for a county supervisor's seat.
Newly elected Rod Sinks sworn in at council meeting Tuesday night, along with Gilbert Wong for his second term. Kris Wang applauded for 8 years of service.
Hugs, kisses and tears greeted more than 60 soldiers returning from Iraq at the San Mateo National Guard armory Friday morning.
Renaming the Community Tree Lighting ceremony—which takes place at 6 p.m. Dec. 2—was debated at a recent City Council meeting. Dan Morris, director of liturgy and music at St. Joseph's of Cupertino Church, speaks his mind here.
The second phase will extend the Stevens Creek trail from Blackberry Farm to Stevens Creek Boulevard.
California Arts Association and Asian American Studies Department at De Anza receive recognition in annual award.
Marathon meeting marked by conflicts including a cell tower ground lease at Jollyman Park, what to call the Community Tree Lighting, and whether to establish a sister city relationship with Kunshan, China.
Santa Clara Valley Water District votes 7-0 to allow fluoridation of water at treatment plants and wells.
First-time candidate Rod Sinks had a strong showing in the Nov. 8 election.
Annual FBI hate crime report shows little movement overall.
Hundreds attended an emotional Veterans Day ceremony Friday despite cool, wet weather.
City officials and community dignitaries gather in Memorial Park Thursday for a special dedication ceremony.
The winners are still Gilbert Wong and Rod Sinks, but the total vote counts and order have changed.
Rod Sinks edges out Marty Miller to take an open seat; Measure C wins easily.
White House wants to bypass Congress and use your ideas to create jobs.
State Senator Joe Simitian announced his run for Santa Clara County Sunday.
Measure C winning by big margin.
A National Public Radio report Monday revealed the Environmental Protection Agency has been keeping a confidential list of serious or chronic violators. Lehigh Southwest Cement was not among 464 facilities on that list.
A special celebration at 11 a.m. on 11/11/11 will bring tribute to those who have served the United States military.
The city's Parks and Recreation Commission will update historic park's master plan, explore priorities for capital projects on site.
Wong has $34,000 in cash available for final week before Nov. 8 election; he's raised more than $67,000, double and triple the amounts raised by others.
Friday get a preview of a holiday boutique, emergency response training starts Satruday, and continue celebrating Diwali on Sunday.
Cupertino Village owners get more time to add more retail and parking to the already bustling center, and the council considers establishing a new license fee to combat underage smoking.
You have until Nov. 15 to send in your ideas to State Sen. Joe Simitian's office.
A free workshop on home energy efficiency could put up to $4,000 in homeowners' pockets.
A National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day provides a safe way to dispose of medications.
Six candidates running for two council discuss crucial Cupertino issues.
Got a question for the City Council candidates? Ask it at Wednesday night's town hall meeting at Community Hall.
Cupertino will receive a replica of the Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Wall in November. Children are invited to enter a contest inspired by the wall.
Santa Clara Valley Water District celebrates voter-approved project that will protect creek from erosion, flooding.