San Jose may assign Mayor Sam Liccardo to pen argument and rebuttal against an initiative that aims to replace the city's medical marijuana ordinance.
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Op-Ed: Down and Out in Silicon Valley’s ‘Super Bowl City’
In the South Bay—the actual Super Bowl City—it was “don't ask don't tell” when it came to the issue of homelessness.
Council to Review Regional Transportation Tax Priorities
San Jose has released its wish list of projects for a 30-year half-cent sales tax measure slated for the fall ballot.
Civil Grand Jury Investigates Stadium Authority for Levi’s Stadium, Site of Super Bowl 50
The civil grand jury has been quietly investigating the stadium authority for Levi’s Stadium, home to the San Francisco 49ers and Super Bowl 50, while billionaire developers play chess for Santa Clara’s future.
Bizarre Land-Use Fight Pits Neighbors against Monk
Residents in San Jose's Evergreen hills have led an aggressive campaign to drive out a Buddhist monk and prevent his followers from building a temple.
Water District Board Expected to Fire CEO Beau Goldie on Thursday
The Santa Clara Valley Water District’s board of directors is expected to meet in closed session Thursday and fire CEO Beau Goldie.
Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested on Suspicion of Drunken Driving
A sheriff’s deputy was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving Sunday after allegedly waving a gun around in a Jack In the Box drive-through.
2016 Year in Preview: Jails, Rep. Honda, Police and Pot
Last week we ran through the biggest stores of 2015 in our annual Year in Review. As we pivot to a New Year, here's a look at the stories to come.
Leaked ‘1000 Cranes’ List Links Congressman Mike Honda to Pay-to-Play Actions
Earlier this month, an enveloped arrived containing what appears to be Rep. Mike Honda's "1,000 Cranes" list, the million-dollar Rolodex of top donors.
Suspicious Letter Prompts Evacuation of Islamic Center
Police cleared out an Islamic civil rights center Thursday in Santa Clara after a staffer opened a letter dusted with a suspicious white powder.
Supervisor Cortese Appointed to 2nd Year as Board President
Santa Clara County's Board of Supervisors has nominated Dave Cortese for a second year as board president.
Kathleen King’s Plan to Remain Politically Relevant Going Great
Kathleen King has remained politically relevant by keeping her nonprofits on the taxpayer dole. Now she plans to pivot that presence into a run for county supervisor—again.
‘Troubling Cluster’ of Complaints Stem from Jail Graveyard Shift
Correctional officers at Santa Clara County's Main Jail are apparently more likely to use force against inmates during the night shift.
San Jose May Ease Up on Taxis to Level Playing Field with Uber, Lyft
San Jose lifted some rules for ridesharing services Uber and Lyft. Now the city will decide whether to extend similar treatment to taxis.
Jails Commission Might Disband
A commission assigned to investigate local jails meets Saturday. Its first order of business: deciding whether to call the whole thing off.
Water District Redacts Interview about Staff Sharing Nude Photos, Racist Jokes with Work Emails
Santa Clara Valley Water District staff has shared emails with nude photos and racist and homophobic jokes. Many were sent under CEO Beau Goldie's watch.
