Critics say that despite threats of big insurance premiums in the wake of a 2019 mass shooting, Gilroy city officials pulled the plug too early on the Gilroy Garlic Festival after more than four decades.
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San Jose Legislator Seeks to Protect Silicon Valley Workers from Employer Spying
A workplace tech accountability bill sponsored by Assemblymember Ash Kalra, a San Jose Democrat, would force employers to tell workers they’re being spied on and would ban surveillance outside of work.
California Law that Lets Workers Sue on State’s Behalf Faces Supreme Court Challenge
A pending U.S. Supreme Court ruling could hollow out a California law that lets employees collectively sue their employers over workplace law violations.
Weather Experts Warn California Legislators to Prepare for Impact of Climate Change
From housing and health to transportation and education, the Legislative Analyst’s Office provides a litany of sobering climate change impacts for California legislators to address as they enact policies and set budgets.
Santa Clara County Moves to Buy Lehigh Cement Plant Site
The cement plant and quarry are part of the Lehigh property, which encompasses 3,510 acres, 2,656 of which are in unincorporated Santa Clara County.
California’s Proposed No-Bid Medi-Cal Contract with Kaiser Triggers Concerns
Rival California health insurers say the special deal is unfair and could leave them with high-need patients.
Santa Clara County Pressed to Take Closer Look at Lehigh Cement Plant and Quarry
County Supervisor Joe Simitian said he wants the county to be more transparent and clarify whether violations involving Lehigh Cement Plant facilities require additional regulatory and/or legal action.
Sheriff Smith Will Contest Grand Jury Conclusions and Its Legitimacy, Says Lawyer
Celebrated Silicon Valley lawyer Allen J. Ruby readies pre-trial arguments for Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith as her case likely will extend into the 2022 political season.
These Young Black Activists Are Keeping the Fight for Social Justice Alive in San Jose
Even as national headlines fade, a core of young Black activists are demanding attention through community service and controversy
How Facebook Undermines Privacy Protections for Its 2 Billion WhatsApp Users
WhatsApp assures users that no one can see their messages, but a ProPublica investigation reveals that the company has an extensive monitoring operation and regularly shares personal information with prosecutors.
Santa Clara City Council Fires City Attorney Brian Doyle ‘for No Cause’
The vote was preceded by warnings from Doyle and his own attorney that the termination was unfair and illegal.
California Elected Officials Face Possible Disclosure of Donations from Non-Profits
After a year-long wait, the campaign finance watchdog has a proposal to require elected officials to provide more information on special interest donations to their nonprofits.
California Moves to Regulate Booming Debt Settlement Industry
A bill aims to create new rules for California’s mostly unregulated debt settlement industry. AB 1405, expected to pass through Senate committees, comes at a time when the industry expects to see a 75% increase in account enrollment.
Brewing Toxicity: San Jose Craft Beer Leaders Look to Distill Workplace Cultures
Pub and brewery workers across California are rethinking workplace culture, after personal experiences of sexism, assault and work environments were often paired with encouraged drinking on the job.
Santa Clara County Seeks Applicants for Commission to Redraw Supervisorial Districts
Applications close at 9am on June 1, and 10 commissioners will be appointed next month.
Bill to Keep Remote Access to Public Forums Meets Resistance
The legislation originally called on all local entities to make call-in and internet-based options available for all public meetings.
