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.
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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.
Police Blotter: April 14-15, 2014
The San Jose Police Department blotter for April 14-15 includes carjackings, a shooting and several robberies.
Police Blotter: April 10-13, 2014
The San Jose Police Department blotter for April 10-13 includes a road-raging assailant, a mystery shooter and a home invasion that ended with several arrests.
Police Blotter: April 6-9, 2014
The San Jose Police Department blotter for April 6-9 includes gang suppression sweeps, a physical assault and cellphone theft from a hotel restroom.
County Mental Health Doctors Threaten Strike
Santa Clara County mental health doctors say they’ll strike next month unless they get a pay raise and a promise for more consistent schedules.
Committee Supporting Jensen Pays $2,500 to Endorser
An independent expenditure committee supporting Kevin Jensen's bid for sheriff wrote a $2,500 check to Crime Victims United, an organization that subsequently endorsed Jensen just days after the latest filing period.
