April 25, 2021 Boba Tea Could be the Next Unlikely Pandemic-era Shortage By Kellen Browning The impending boba shortage is yet another sign of how the pandemic has snarled global supply chains and upended industries. Read More 3
April 23, 2021 Two New ‘Digital Food Halls’ Open in San Jose and Cupertino By Grace Stetson Ghost kitchens are popping up everywhere, but one startup says “digital food halls” are the next big thing. Read More 0
April 21, 2021 Can Orange-tier Reopenings Save the South Bay’s Dining Scene? By Grace Stetson The county’s move to the orange tier and warmer weather has improved the outlook for local restaurants. But is it enough? Read More 4
April 20, 2021 Report: Wage Theft in SCC Keeps Workers Unpaid and Unprotected By Katie Lauer Despite decades of judgements and legislation, accounts of wage theft continue to run rampant in Santa Clara County, new data show. Read More 6
April 19, 2021 Santa Clara Co. Mulls Air Filter Funding as Buildings Reopen By Bay City News The air filters would go into businesses, nonprofits and county buildings to help prevent the transmission of Covid-19 particles. Read More 1
April 18, 2021 Silicon Valley Eateries Support AAPI Community with Wine By Grace Stetson Left Bank Brasserie, Meso and LB Steak will offer a three-wine flight made by Bay Area Asian American winemakers. Read More 0
April 17, 2021 Q&A: Derrick Seaver’s Big Plans as the SVO’s New President By Katie Lauer Seaver takes the helm at the regional chamber of commerce May 17, but first he sat down to talk about his priorities, economy and even Google. Read More 2
April 16, 2021 Los Gatos Bakery Owner Arrested on Suspicion of Sexual Assault By Bay City News Police said the business owner befriended female customers, offering baking lessons and would inappropriately touch the victims. Read More 1
April 15, 2021 As Restrictions Lift, SJ Barber Offers Haircuts for the Unhoused By Grace Stetson San Jose-based The Barbers Inc. is taking advantage of the industry's new-found freedom by offering haircuts to homeless residents. Read More 2
April 14, 2021 San Jose Flooring Company Owner Charged With Fraud By Bay City News Investigators are still trying to determine the extent of the fraud and encouraging victims to come forward. Read More 1
April 13, 2021 The Silicon Valley Organization Names New President and CEO By Katie Lauer Derrick Seaver is currently Santa Clara County Supervisor Susan Ellenberg’s Chief of Staff, but isn't new to the SVO. Read More 5
April 12, 2021 Palo Alto Officials Rethink Zoning Program Meant to Draw Housing By Janice Bitters The program came in response to state housing goals, but a new proposal for a 24-unit apartment building has put residents on edge. Read More 3
April 9, 2021 San Jose’s Poor House Bistro Preps for Move—Building and All By Madelyn Reese Downtown San Jose’s iconic Poor House is moving, fleeing the path of development proposed in Google’s Downtown West project. Read More 7
April 7, 2021 List: SJ Eateries Aim to Draw Diners to Downtown with Deals By Janice Bitters Dine Downtown 2.0, organized by SJDA, promises delicious and budget-friendly deals on food and drinks from the 20 restaurants—so far. Read More 0
April 6, 2021 Google, San Jose Release Long-awaited Development Agreement for Downtown West Project By Janice Bitters The development agreement outlines what Google wants to build in San Jose and the $200 million community benefits package for the project. Read More 17
April 4, 2021 Santa Cruz-based Marianne’s buys San Jose’s Treat Ice Cream By Grace Stetson Treat has been a San Jose favorite since 1951, with a manufacturing facility in San Jose’s Naglee Park. But on April 15, that facility will close. Read More 19