After weeks of delays and years of failed attempts, San Jose passed regulations on medical marijuana collectives.
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Mayor Reed Endorses Liccardo
San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed summoned a press conference Monday morning to announce his endorsement of council ally Sam Liccardo to succeed him.
Cannabis Ordinance Comes to Another Vote
This could be the week city leaders vote on a marijuana ordinance—or not.
A Few Election Day Observations
Tuesday's primary election told us a number of things: Ro Khanna has more than an uphill fight against Mike Honda, spoilers altered the San Jose mayor's race and libertarians in Silicon Valley have disappeared.
Peralez, Gagliardi Make Runoff in Downtown Council Race
Raul Peralez maintained a close edge over Don Gagliardi in the San Jose District 3 race. The two men will now face off November for the the downtown City Council seat.
Veteran San Jose Cop Suspected of Drug Dealing
Word to the wise: Always pay your storage fees if you're hiding drugs. And you're a cop. On Wednesday the San Jose Police Department announced that a 20-year veteran was arrested after authorities found a huge pot stash in his storage locker.
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.
Election 2014: Scoundrels Lose
It was an election notable for its abysmal turnout and the number of scoundrels on the ballot.
$20K Reward Offered to Solve Two 2013 Homicides
Police and prosecutors have teamed up to offer cash rewards for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in either of two separate homicide cases.
Election Day Roundup
It's election day and with it comes a ballot packed with key decisions for Santa Clara County, though voter turnout is expected to be pretty low.
By the Numbers: Mailers Mislead on Armando Gomez Pay, Benefits
State Assembly candidate, Milpitas Councilman and San Jose budget director Armando Gomez has found himself the target of an increasing number of union-funded hit pieces. And just about all of them are wildly misleading.
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.
Casino M8trix in the Crosshairs
Casino M8trix owners are accused of operating a $119 million shell game to hide profits. While the key players have clammed up, there is an election at hand and political points to be won and lost.
County May Strengthen Living Wage Policy
Santa Clara County will consider bolstering its living wage policy to include not just higher pay, but adequate paid leave, benefits and hours.
Endorsement: Don Gagliardi for San Jose’s District 3
Don Gagliardi is a longtime neighborhood organizer and champion of parks and soccer fields. He reflects downtown’s idiosyncratic nature just fine and knows the city blocks well.
