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fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

The Filipino legacy of Pinoytown in San Jose

Pinoytown in San Jose, once a vibrant hub for Filipinos, now exhibits few signs of its cultural history.
San Francisco
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

San Jose parking garage construction shutters micro-retail - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's public art initiatives are impacting small businesses, leading to the closure of artisan stores in downtown.
fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

South Bay playwright, director find 'really cool starting off point' for collaboration

Jeffrey Lo and Christopher Oscar Peña grew up just blocks apart in East San Jose and are now collaborating on the play 'malcriados'.
Silicon Valley
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

PG&E Partnership Fuels San Jose Data Center Boom and Job Surge

San Jose's alliance with PG&E enhances its electrical grid to meet data center power demands, significantly boosting economic and technological growth.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Disc golf courses multiply around the Bay Area as the sport rises from the fringe

Disc golf is a growing sport in the Bay Area, utilizing colorful discs to navigate courses and score in the fewest throws.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

After 84 years, Vahl's remains the place to be in Alviso

Vahl's restaurant in Alviso is the oldest bar in Santa Clara County and retains its nostalgic charm despite changes in patronage since the pandemic.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

After 84 years, Vahl's remains the place to be in Alviso

Vahl's in Alviso, opened in 1941, claims to be the oldest bar in Santa Clara County, maintaining its classic decor and atmosphere with pink dining rooms and gingham tablecloths.
SF food
#real-estate
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Santa Clara County real estate: House on Quail Cliff Way sells for $2,925,000

A property on Quail Cliff Way in San Jose sold for $2,925,000 with a spacious layout and features four bedrooms.
#pgampe
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

San Jose strikes deal with PG&E, committing utility provider to delivering major grid improvements

San Jose and PG&E have launched a plan to improve energy reliability for large users while growing investment and reducing costs for residents.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

San Jose voter data shows how Anthony Tordillos won D3 - San Jose Spotlight

Anthony Tordillos, having finished second in the April primary, decisively won the June runoff, pulling strong support from previously lost candidates' voters, particularly in affluent neighborhoods.
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
5 days ago

New Affordable Homes Set to Transform San Jose's Housing Landscape

San Jose's new affordable housing development, on a 0.97-acre site, will offer 158 rent-restricted units, including studios and multi-bedroom apartments.
San Francisco
#arson
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
San Francisco

Fiery crash at Bay Area post office leads to arrest of Pat Tillman's brother

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
San Francisco

Fiery crash at Bay Area post office leads to arrest of Pat Tillman's brother

SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

San Jose honoring retiring CMT Artistic Director Kevin Hauge

Kevin Hauge's contributions to youth theater in San Jose will be honored at a dedication ceremony following his retirement as artistic director.
#gang-violence
#iguanas
fromSFGATE
5 days ago
San Francisco

Bay Area restaurant known for 5-pound burrito is closing after 3 decades

fromSFGATE
5 days ago
San Francisco

Bay Area restaurant known for 5-pound burrito is closing after 3 decades

#affordable-housing
#fire
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Mother Speaks Out After 9-Year-Old Boy Killed By Father In San Jose Park

San Jose Police Chief Paul Joseph described the case as "the most disturbing murder case" of his 33-year career, emphasizing the traumatic impact on responding officers.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

SJ community group responds to rising youth gang violence with month of events

"I know if I had somebody like me or my team out there supporting me, my life would've been different... One caring adult can change hundreds of lives."
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago

San Jose's Music Scene Shines with 40 Upcoming Concerts in 2025

The San Jose metro presents a lineup of 40 concerts this year, featuring genres from country to rock at venues like SAP Center and Levi's Stadium.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

San Jose: Police union says contentious overtime changes will 'kneecap' investigations

The San Jose Police Officers' Association criticizes changes to overtime pay as damaging to investigative work, alleging that the city is using these measures as a negotiating tactic.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Santa Clara County seeks help identifying two deceased

The Santa Clara County Office of the Medical Examiner released sketches of two unidentified individuals found dead in the fall of 2024, seeking public assistance for identification.
California
#electric-vehicles
San Francisco
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Arts, entertainment revitalize San Jose neighborhood - San Jose Spotlight

Creekside neighborhood revitalization in downtown San Jose is driven by art installations, community events, and local engagement, enhancing the local economy.
#richard-tillman
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
US news

Brother of the Late NFL Star Pat Tillman Reportedly Arrested In San Jose After Fiery Post Office Car Crash

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
US news

Brother of the Late NFL Star Pat Tillman Reportedly Arrested In San Jose After Fiery Post Office Car Crash

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Jose: Man killed in weekend stabbing downtown

A man died from a stab wound during a physical confrontation on a downtown street in San Jose.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
1 week ago

65-year-old San Jose woman killed in motorcycle crash near Watsonville

A motorcycle crash near Watsonville resulted in the death of a passenger and the arrest of the driver.
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago

San Jose Steps Up as Premier Entertainment Destination for 2026 and Beyond

San Jose is transforming its Downtown into a vibrant pedestrian-friendly area ahead of significant events in 2026.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Vehicle crashes into San Jose post office causing large fire, investigated as intentional act

A vehicle intentionally crashed into a post office in San Jose, causing a fire.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Firefighters put out blaze at a San Jose post office early Sunday

At 2:58 a.m. on Sunday, approximately 50 San Jose firefighters responded to a fire at a post office located inside a strip mall in the 6500 block of Crown Boulevard.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

San Jose libraries' Summer Learning program ups its volume

San José Public Library's Summer Learning program records over 10,000 participants and aims for 4 million reading minutes by the end of July.
#homelessness
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago

Sports Drive San Jose Forward: Preparing for a Spotlight in 2026

San Jose is enhancing urban infrastructure and community engagement in preparation for major sporting events like the Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

SJ cracks down on issuing citations for expired vehicle registrations

Albert Pham noted, "Usually, the car is really dirty. Might have cobwebs underneath it" as a sign of expired registration.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Jose: Martial arts teacher arrested on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse materials

The suspect was arrested on July 9 for possessing child sexual abuse material and was booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail. Reports indicated he was seen illegally downloading this material at his home.
MMA
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Letters: San Jose still isn't engaging on animal welfare at shelter

San Jose Animal Care Center fails to comply with guidelines and lacks community engagement despite audit recommendations.
#fentanyl
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
Public health

San Jose Drug Dealer Charged With Murder for a Baby's Accidental Fentanyl Death For the Second Time

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
Public health

San Jose Drug Dealer Charged With Murder for a Baby's Accidental Fentanyl Death For the Second Time

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Jose's next economic director is trading the Silicon Forest for Silicon Valley

Jen Baker is appointed as the new head of San Jose's Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs.
#artificial-intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago
Silicon Valley

The liberal mayor proudly outsourcing part of his job to ChatGPT. Up next, running the city government

fromFortune
1 week ago
Silicon Valley

The liberal mayor proudly outsourcing part of his job to ChatGPT. Up next, running the city government

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Changes eyed for part of exterior of 19th-century San Jose church

A proposal aims to replace non-historic wood entry doors at Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph with new wood doors to enhance its historic appearance.
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago

New Housing Takes Shape at Santana Row: 258 Units on the Horizon

San Jose will add 258 market-rate residential units at 358 Hatton Street, enhancing living options in Santana Row.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose highway could be named to honor Vietnamese community - San Jose Spotlight

A bill to rename part of Highway 101 in San Jose as "Little Saigon Freeway" has passed the state Assembly unanimously.
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

New Condos Rising on West San Carlos: A Fresh Boost for San Jose Living

The 1470 West San Carlos Street development will create 180 condominiums and mixed-use facilities, enriching San Jose's urban landscape.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

San Jose: Woman arrested Monday on suspicion of arson, murder

A woman was arrested for murder and arson after allegedly setting fire to a building with an employee inside.
fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

Danny the Dragon Roars Back: A Refreshed Adventure at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

Danny the Dragon ride reopens at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo after a nine-month renovation, now featuring updated themes and a half-mile track.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

San Jose: Firefighters respond to blazes south of Mineta International

Multiple fires occurred south of San Jose Mineta International Airport, with firefighters halting progress before impacting airport operations.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Danny the Dragon rides again at Happy Hollow in San Jose

Danny the Dragon has been an iconic ride at Happy Hollow Park and Zoo since it opened at San Jose's Kelley Park in 1961, providing generations with cherished childhood memories.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

San Jose police shoot man suspected of stabbing, killing 9-year-old son

A San Jose police officer shot and killed a man armed with a knife who had just stabbed his son to death.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Downtown San Jose nightclubs operating without permits - San Jose Spotlight

Politically-connected nightlife venues in San Jose are operating without necessary permits, circumventing regulations and inciting frustration among law-abiding local entrepreneurs.
fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

Playback Coffee: Brewing a New Beat in Downtown San Jose

Playback Coffee blends high-quality coffee with San Jose's radio broadcasting heritage and aims to create a vibrant community space.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

San Jose police investigating vehicle collision involving pedestrian

A pedestrian was in critical condition Sunday after an early morning vehicle collision in San Jose. The incident occurred at 4:33 a.m.
California
Public health
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Pet lovers demand leadership change at San Jose animal shelter - San Jose Spotlight

Management at San Jose Animal Care Center prioritizes image over staff and animal safety, resulting in inadequate training and retaliation against concerned employees.
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Machu Picchu Gallery celebrates 50 years

"These works carry memory. They are not just handmade; they are hand-held stories of survival, spirituality, and community."
Arts
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