Alameda County DA rejects charges against UC Berkeley students protesting TPUSA with cardboard mosquito
The Alameda County District Attorney’s office formally rejected felony vandalism charges against four current and former UC Berkeley students who were arrested while attempting to hang a giant cardboard mosquito from Sather Gate. The District Attorney’s office confirmed Friday that all charges were rejected Dec. 29....
Locals take to the streets as officials threaten cuts for to essential services: ‘It’s...
"[They] are going to have to make difficult decisions." Locals take to the streets as officials threaten cuts for to essential services: 'It's going to really harm people' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Protest at Santa Clara Hilton Hotel Calls Out Company’s Enabling of ICE
**Hilton** has continued to house ICE agents during their reign of terror in Minneapolis. That makes Hilton a key corporate partner enabling ICE to function and profit off the suffering of an entire community. If we can push Hilton to drop ICE, we can remove one pillar of support from ICE operations – and send a...
San Jose costume shop to close after 47 years
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Shortly after opening Friday, a longtime costume shop in San Jose was already bustling with customers. "I thought I’d get up early and come check it out and see what they had," said Marcy, a frequent shopper at Natasha’s Attic in the Buena Vista neighborhood.
FBI Assists California Police in Busting Massive Fuel Theft Ring
Police Arrest | iStock - Gorodenkoff Authorities didn't know about the theft ring until police officer uncovered a clue by chance. The post FBI Assists California Police in Busting Massive Fuel Theft Ring appeared first on MotorBiscuit .
Wealth Tax Proposal Leads to LA Billionaire’s Relocation to Nevada
Los Angeles billionaire Don Hankey has made headlines with his decision to relocate to Nevada after California advanced discussions about a wealth tax. Hankey, the founder of the Hankey Group, confirmed his move earlier this month. His departure has garnered attention, especially as it reflects ongoing conversations...
Villa de Verano in Hillsborough just listed for $88 million and could break a...
In a region where eight figure listings barely raise an eyebrow, Villa de Verano in Hillsborough still manages to reset your sense of scale. The estate has just come back to market at $88 million, a price that positions it to challenge the city’s all time high and crystallizes how far top tier Bay Area...
Good Samaritan Bets $1.3 Billion on Massive San Jose Hospital Makeover
Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose is charging ahead with a $1.3 billion, multi-phase expansion that hospital and city leaders say will reshape the campus for decades to come. The overhaul centers on a new patient tower, more private rooms, expanded surgical and cardiac care, and a structured parking facility....
Why A Slice of New York Is San Jose’s Favorite Pizza Spot – San...
Open daily, 11 AM–9 PM (hours may vary, check site) San Jose pizza fans discovered a true gem when A Slice of New York landed on Stevens Creek Blvd. This beloved spot delivers authentic New York–style slices, bringing classic Big Apple flavor straight to the Bay Area. Worker-owned...
Santa Clara VTA celebrates opening of San Jose affordable apartments
SAN JOSE, Calif. - The city of San Jose on Friday celebrated the opening of its first transit-oriented housing development in over 20 years. The Tamien Station Apartments, developed by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), is a 135-unit development adjacent to the Tamien Light Rail and Caltrain...

















