Oddities Market Series Returns to Winchester Mystery House
The Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California, will host the seventh annual Yuletide Oddities Market, featuring 50 to 60 artisan vendors along with entertainment and appearances by Krampus. The event will take place over five Saturdays from Nov. 29 through Dec. 27. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Santa Clara County cancer center carries on amid funding woes
The recent passage of a countywide sales tax measure is expected to soften federal funding cuts to Silicon Valley’s largest public hospital system. But it won’t avoid cuts entirely — and places like Santa Clara County’s premier cancer treatment center could still be affected. It’s estimated...
New Paws, New Love: Adopt Puppies Today in San Jose, CA
Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of san jose..
Where to find the best holiday lights in the S.F. Bay Area in 2025
Get in the know with the Chronicle’s region-by-region guide to the best holiday light displays, illuminated events and brightly-lit activities.
Retail workers earn less than half of what they need to afford rent
Retail workers earn less than what's needed to afford the typical apartment in major metros across the country.
Sunnyvale’s Proposed Elimination of Street Parking Chaffs Neighbors
A group of Sunnyvale residents feels their concerns about the removal of parking along their street is being drowned out by a vocal cyclist lobby. At its Oct. 16 meeting, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) considered an item that aims to increase Sunnyvale’s bicycle connectivity. During that...
Thanksgiving Day Earthquake: Shared Experiences and Reactions
On Thanksgiving Day, an unexpected event took place that left many residents in shock - an earthquake. The tremor was felt by numerous individuals, with some taking to social media to share their experiences and verify the occurrence.
Rio Linda HVAC Firm Faces Over $700,000 in Fines Alleging Wage Theft on San...
A Rio Linda-based construction subcontractor has found itself at the center of a major labor investigation in the Bay Area, facing nearly three-quarters of a million dollars in potential fines over allegations of wage theft and labor violations. The San Jose Department of Public Works has cited REO Mechanical, a...
San Jose wants to raise rents in mobile home parks
San Jose mobile home residents say the city blindsided them by proposing changes that will increase rents. The Housing Department is considering an update to its mobile home rent policy that would include a one-time rent increase up to 10% whenever a mobile home is sold, among other changes. Under the existing...
Bay Area homeowner beats $55,000 fee for expansion project after legal fight with city
The city of East Palo Alto settled a federal suit brought by a homeowner who was facing a nearly $55,000 affordable housing fee to split his lot and build a second home and an ADU.

















