A new ballot initiative seeks to address the unduly harsh punishments tens of thousands of Californians face for nonviolent offenses. The proposal, sponsored by former San Jose Police Chief Bill Lansdowne, would reduce penalties for certain low-level drug and petty theft crimes.
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County Poised to Ban Pot Clubs
Santa Clara County may extend its moratorium on medical marijuana collectives until it comes up with a plan to regulate them—or ban them altogether.
County School Trustee Anna Song Arrested for Spousal Abuse
Santa Clara County Board of Education trustee Anna Song was arrested last week on suspicion of spousal abuse. Song's husband, Chris Stampolis, serves on the Santa Clara Unified School Board.
Sources: FBI Investigates County Ambulance Provider Rural/Metro
Fly has learned that the FBI has been investigating county ambulance provider Rural/Metro for its creative political activity. The investigation’s scope is not fully known, but sources say investigators have been looking into the ambulance company’s connection to Pacific Printing, a political mail house aligned with local organized labor.
Report Blasts County over Crime Victim Restitution
Countless crime victims are being cheated out of restitution money in Santa Clara County, according to a new Civil Grand Jury report.
Non-Violent Three-Strikers Go Free with Justice Project’s Help
Willard Birts Jr. kept in close contact with his daughter, Angela, throughout his life sentence in prison. Neither realized their close bond would one day help him gain his freedom.
Liccardese for Mayor
Two private school-educated Italian-American lawyers who have spent the majority of their careers in government jobs will face off in November with hopes to become mayor of Northern California’s largest city. Here's a guide to the next five months, as San Jose chooses a new leader.
Endorsement: Laurie Smith for Santa Clara County Sheriff
Not since her first election has Sheriff Laurie Smith faced this fierce a political battle. Since she was elected as the state’s first female sheriff, Smith has reformed and professionalized the department. She also hasn’t been afraid to hold the rank and file accountable, and that’s ruffled some feathers.
Bill Would Toughen Mental Health Parity Laws
The city seeks to endorse a legislative proposal that would ensure people get adequate mental health and addiction treatment.
Police Blotter: May 10-20, 2014
The San Jose Police Department dispatch logs for May 10-20 include a 9mm-wielding meth courier, a mysteriously sparked fire and a machete attack.
Police Blotter: May 1-7, 2014
The San Jose Police Department dispatch logs for May 1-7 include door-breaking burglars, masked bandits and gang busts.
Voters Wise up to Misleading Campaign Attack Ads
Silly season is here. Negative and untrue messages are now hitting the mailboxes of unsuspecting voters. In the past, these messages would be devastating. But the rise of absentee ballots has changed all of that.
Police Blotter: April 22-30, 2014
The San Jose Police Department blotter for April 22-30 includes a pistol-whipping on Oakland Road, a kidnapping at gunpoint and a meth bust in downtown.
Police Blotter: April 15-20, 2014
The San Jose Police Department blotter for April 15- 20 includes several stabbings, gang sweeps and someone who allegedly pretended to have a gun to scare some people into handing over their belongings.
Sex, Lies and Police Benefits
A recent report from Independent Police Auditor LaDoris Cordell highlighted two incidents involving San Jose police officers having sex on the job. But Cordell was far less critical of the salacious activity and more concerned with the fact that officers lied to investigators about it.
Audit: Addiction Hotline Drops Calls, Rehab Beds Lie Empty
People looking for addiction treatment in Santa Clara County often have to wait for the help they need—or resort to an emergency room.
