Fourteen 2020 presidential contenders spoke at the California Democratic Party convention, and all but a couple called for change.
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Presidential Hopefuls Converge in Bay Area for Cal Dem Convention
The largest gathering of 2020 presidential candidates to date will converge in S.F. for the event—and at least one will swing through San Jose.
Despite Taking Thousands of People Off the Streets, San Jose Sees 42% Jump in Homelessness
San Jose’s homeless population went from 4,350 in 2017 to 6,172 this year. For Santa Clara County, it grew by 31 percent.
San Jose Looks to Crack Down on Sideshows After Deaths, Arrests
San Jose will take another step against illegal racing—this time going after the people who show up just to watch sideshows.
Mayor Sam Liccardo Rejects Pay Raise Proposed by Commission
The inaugural Salary Setting Commission recommended upping yearly mayoral pay by $58,000 and that of each councilor by $27,500.
Lawmakers Advance Raft of Charter School Curbs
The votes were the first in what figures to be a lengthy battle between two of the state’s most powerful education interests.
Mayor Sam Liccardo to Trump: San Jose Welcomes Migrants
The mayor’s remarks came a day after labor leaders condemned him for wanting to weaken Santa Clara County’s sanctuary policy.
Private Colleges Wary as California Legislator Calls for Crackdown on Legacy Admits
A new bill would bar colleges from receiving state financial aid dollars if they give preference to applicants with ties to alumni or donors.
Top 50 Office Deals: Google Leads List with Bicoastal Land Buys
Google’s $1 billion purchase of Mountain View’s Shoreline Tech Park marked one of the top commercial real estate deals in the U.S. last year.
San Jose Considers Body Cams, Additional Training, Police Support for Park Rangers
San Jose will offer additional training and protection for the rangers who patrol the city’s 100-plus parks and 50-plus miles of trails.
New Local Podcast Spotlights Rising Political Stars
Ryan Coonerty’s political talk show ‘An Honorable Profession’ will introduce Democratic standouts from cities nationwide.
Five Remarkably Candid Tips From Departing Gov. Brown
Don’t hold regular press conferences. Reward loyalty. If you’re a Californian with presidential aspirations, move to New York.
Op-Ed: Pot Record Clearance is Critical for Our Communities
SJSU will host an educational forum on cannabis record clearance on Nov. 28 in the Student Union Theater.
Silicon Valley Schools Shut Down Due to Air Quality Concerns
This week’s unhealthy air quality from the deadly Camp Fire has prompted schools and most colleges in the South Bay to shut down.
Alleged Pimp Arrested in San Jose for Sex-Trafficking Young Woman He Found on Instagram
A 33-year-old Stockton man has been charged with sex-trafficking a young woman from San Jose to Salt Lake City.
California AG Probes Catholic Clergy Sex Abuse, Cover-Ups
For the first time ever, California prosecutors are conducting a multi-jurisdictional probe into clergy abuse cover-ups in the Catholic church.
