East San Jose has historically lacked the level of economic investment it deserves, which is the motivation behind my proposal for a $30 million revitalization fund dedicated to this part of the city.

City and county leaders asked residents to volunteer to help and spread information to non-English speakers eligible for the vaccine.

Led by five local service organizations, the Si Se Puede Collective commits to mobilize the community’s awareness and well-being.

We all know about Day of the Dead or Dawn of the Dead. But what about a Drive of the Dead?

Now more than ever, it is imperative that the San Jose arts community leans into diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion.

Amid panic over a potential ICE crackdown, local officials are launching a campaign to highlight the contributions of foreign-born residents.

In this week’s Metro SV411 Podcast, we sit down with Dave Cortese, president of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.

Walkouts, rallies, work closures and protests are underway for May Day, the international celebration of workers’ rights.

Local activists call on San Jose police to be more transparent about when and why they deploy snipers to monitor peaceful protests.

San Jose will launch a campaign next month that aims to improve the relationship between local law enforcement and communities of color.

The Knight Foundation awarded six-figure grants to a proposal to host a night market in downtown San Jose and cultural events in the East Side.

Of the 158 finalists named in the Knight Foundation's Cities Challenge, which divvies up $5 million among winning ideas, eight are from San Jose.

Five weeks after contractors hit a gas line, it’s unclear when work will resume on a bus route connecting East Side to downtown.

In front of more than 150 people Saturday at the Mexican Heritage Plaza, San Jose mayoral candidates gave their thoughts on why the next mayor has an integral role to play in leading public education efforts.

This Saturday at 10am the county Board of Education will co-sponsor a mayoral forum on public education. When you examine the list of critical issues San Jose's next mayor will have to confront—public safety, transportation, affordable housing, libraries, etc.—nearly all relate to our children's education.

San Jose's mayoral contenders will share their views on the city's educational needs at a forum next week.