Silicon Valley BART Extension construction remains on time, budget
Phase two of the BART Silicon Valley project is continuing in San Jose. It will feature six miles of new rail, four stations, as well as residential and retail development.
The Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Spot California That Will Have You Licking Your Fingers
Hidden among the tech campuses and suburban sprawl of San Jose sits a barbecue joint so authentically delicious it feels like it was teleported straight from the heart of Texas – South Winchester BBQ is the real deal, folks. The moment you step out of your car, your nose...
Disney Christmas decorations stolen from San Jose residents
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — Christmas decorations featuring Disney characters are being stolen from homes in San Jose. The Steele family had their front yard decked out for the holidays, just as they do every year. They reported that $1,200 worth of decorations were stolen from their front yard,...
Mayor Mahan Says Juvenile Court Protections Also Protect Gang Violence
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan this week took aim at California’s juvenile criminal laws, saying they “make it easier for gangs to use children as weapons.”. “Over the last several years, we’ve watched something deeply troubling unfold in our city: Kids—some as young as 12, 13 years old—are being pulled into violent...
Santa cuffs suspects in Bay Area Christmas tree thefts
(KRON) — Two people who allegedly stole dozens of Christmas trees in American Canyon were caught and arrested last week, police said. Video shared by the American Canyon Police Department shows an officer appearing to be Santa Claus handcuffing the suspects. Safeway in American Canyon reported to authorities on...
Bay Area’s Ground Keeps Trembling: Decoding the San Ramon Quake Swarms
A Sudden Burst of Shakes Hits Home (Image Credits: Unsplash) San Ramon – The East Bay suburb feels the earth’s subtle pulses under overcast December skies, a reminder that the ground beneath isn’t always still. A Sudden Burst of Shakes Hits Home Imagine sipping your morning coffee when the table starts to jiggle....
Palo Alto man arrested after firing BB gun at vehicle during road rage incident
A 20-year-old man was arrested following a road rage incident in Palo Alto on Friday, police said.
‘Extreme’ cloud bank for 16 days and counting in Central Valley; record-cold December possible
After more than two weeks of intense fog and clouds across the Central Valley, officials say the weather pattern is expected to persist for several more days.
San Jose climate goals pivot from leaf blowers
San Jose residents have been clamoring for a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers for years, complaining about their noise and pollution. In response, the City Council began reviewing a proposal to encourage the use of electric leaf blowers through a subsidy program. The city is moving forward with a green subsidy more...
Op-ed: Troubling patterns of Rishi Kumar’s candidacy for Santa Clara County assessor
Public institutions are built slowly, through decades of effort, trust and responsible stewardship. They can be weakened quickly when leadership disregards the delicate balance required to keep essential services functioning. This is especially true in Santa Clara County, where the property tax system underpins...
