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Waymo is progressing towards approval to operate self-driving taxis in San Jose and Santa Clara County.

An inmate died at the Main Jail in San Jose, with no foul play suspected, marking the county's second in-custody death of the year.

The union alleges that the county is attempting to strip workers of negotiation rights, which could adversely affect patient care.

Crucial trauma services have returned to Regional Medical Center in San Jose after a year of community advocacy.

Regional Medical Center's trauma services downgrade led to an increase in cases at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, highlighting a critical gap in care.

Santa Clara County's acquisition reopens Regional Medical Center as a Level II trauma center after community efforts to preserve access to emergency care.

Santa Clara County will take over Regional Medical Center's operations on April 1, aiming to restore its trauma services and improve local healthcare.

Veterans relocated to a hotel worry about returning to renovated housing that may not meet their needs.

Santa Clara County allocates $2 million for repairs and oversight of group homes serving mentally ill and addicted individuals.

Santa Clara County is addressing the conditions of independent living homes for those with mental illness and substance use issues by providing repair grants.

Santa Clara County is expanding its hotel shelter program for homeless residents due to delays in opening a new housing site.

Mass layoffs threaten Santa Clara County's Head Start program essential for low-income families.

Uncertainty about federal funding continues to endanger preschool services for needy families.

David Toston appointed as new superintendent for Santa Clara County Board of Education after recent upheaval.

Santa Clara County voters want ranked choice voting implemented, which has proven successful in other California cities.

Santa Clara County is delaying ranked choice voting due to a financial crisis and uncertainties regarding federal funding.

Concerns about the complexity of ranked-choice voting persist among residents, delaying its potential adoption in Santa Clara County.

The housing crisis in Santa Clara County is worsening with rising homelessness and reduced funding for affordable housing.

Santa Clara County's housing plans were finally approved, outlining strategies to meet state housing quotas despite delays and existing builder's remedy applications.

Federal judge rules lawsuit against Santa Clara County jails to proceed, examining suicide-prevention policies after inmate's death.

A gun rights group is suing Santa Clara County over increased concealed carry license fees, viewing them as a violation of constitutional rights.

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority introduces Uber vouchers worth $5 amid ongoing transit strike to alleviate rider transportation issues.

Bus service has resumed in Santa Clara County after VTA drivers returned to work following a judge's injunction.

John Maxey Yeager faces murder charges for allegedly killing wife Yingying Yu, who had reported abuse before her death.

The VTA's request for a restraining order against the union strike was denied, but a court hearing was ordered for clarification on the strike's legality.

Insurance fraud leads to increased premiums for consumers, exemplified by the case of body shop owner Jairon Escobar.

A 23-year-old inmate died from injuries sustained in a suspected gang assault at Elmwood Correctional Facility, prompting charges against three other inmates.

The County Board of Supervisors must be held accountable for the child welfare system's failures that led to baby Phoenix's death.

Santa Clara County is reevaluating practices in child welfare following Baby Phoenix's tragic fentanyl overdose.

Valley Water has reversed its commitment to outreach efforts before enforcing a ban on homeless encampments, citing public safety concerns.

Santa Clara County conducts a biennial count to assess homelessness demographics and allocate resources, with volunteers utilizing a new app to gather data.