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3.4 magnitude earthquake strikes in Santa Clara County
(KRON) — A 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck in Santa Clara County on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The epicenter of the earthquake is between Jumpoff Creek and East Fork Coyote Creek, in the east part of Santa Clara County. It is about 15.5 miles northeast of Morgan Hill. The quake happened at […]
San Jose becomes 1st in CA to allow property owners to sell ADUs
San Jose is now the first in the state to allow the sale of ADUs - those accessory dwelling units in many backyards.They've been a way to raise money or help out a relative. Now, they can help people get into affordable homes.A new law passed in January, allows ADUs to be sold separately from the main house."People surprised how small a footprint you need for ADU," said Dan Kearnan.He built his 500-square-foot ADU behind his five-bedroom home back in 2021.VIDEO: San Francisco home selling for $488,000 but you can't move in until 2053A San Francisco Russian Hill home is...
Summer movie screenings return to downtown San Jose
Summer in San Jose has brought back the classics: a scorching heat wave, crowded conventions and an almost decade-long tradition of outdoor movies. In partnership with the city’s Viva Parks program, the San Jose Downtown Association is hosting Starlight Cinema — a seasonal summer event that provides free movie showings on Saturday evenings in St.... The post Summer movie screenings return to downtown San Jose appeared first on San José Spotlight.
San Jose Residents Say 7-Story Apartments Too Big For Willow Glen
A proposed seven-story apartment and townhome project could bring 126 homes and a new retail space to Willow Glen, but many residents in the neighborhood are not happy about the plan. Almost 200 people called in to a June 3 community meeting hosted by San Jose Planning Department officials. Callers...
San Jose affordable homes project gets boost from creative deal
SAN JOSE — A San Jose housing development that would produce more than 100 affordable homes is getting a boost with a creative deal for the project’s financing package. The project is slated to create 164 apartments, of which 162 would be affordable residences, according to documents on file with state officials.
Silicon Valley candidates backed by Vietnamese American heavyweights
The FBI probe into a Bay Area recycling hauler — and the showdown between its owner and another influential Vietnamese figure — has sent a ripple through one of Santa Clara County’s hottest elections. It’s also revealing how two of Silicon Valley’s most powerful Vietnamese figures are backing competing Vietnamese American political candidates in a... The post Silicon Valley candidates backed by Vietnamese American heavyweights appeared first on San José Spotlight.
New Santa Clara County DA dashboard shows backlog of criminal cases
(KRON) — The Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office launched a new public data dashboard on its website Thursday to increase transparency about the outcomes of criminal cases. “These numbers show the reality of our criminal justice system, highlighting what we are doing right and what can be improved,” District Attorney Jeff Rosen said. “Transparency should not […]
Opening of Sango Court in Milpitas Heralds New Chapter for Residents and Homeless Communities
Amid continuous concerns over the Bay Area's housing crisis, Milpitas has marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of Sango Court. This affordable housing complex promises to offer relief to scores of residents in dire need of stable accommodation. Among the new tenants is Angelique Chisom, who, after eight tumultuous years of homelessness, found sanctuary in what she now calls home at Sango Court. According to the County of Santa Clara, Chisom has shared her journey, saying, "It was rough, real rough," reflecting on the period she spent without a permanent place to lay her head. Chisom credits the nonprofit Abode Services for helping her to finally "be able to get a place on my own again."
Santa Clara County Superior Court announces courthouse technology outages
(KRON) — The Santa Clara County Superior Court announced Friday it is experiencing disruptions to desktop devices across all courthouses due to the global technology outage. According to the press release, the court's information technology (IT) team deployed technicians at each courthouse. The court said it is prioritizing courtrooms with morning calendars to ensure the operation […]
East San Jose hospital won’t close trauma center amid scrutiny
East San Jose may keep its only medical trauma center after all — just not in the same form. Regional Medical Center — the private hospital owned by for-profit company HCA Healthcare — is walking back the planned closures of its trauma, heart attack and stroke care services which have kept residents alive in that... The post East San Jose hospital won’t close trauma center amid scrutiny appeared first on San José Spotlight.
Prime downtown San Jose spot survives — and thrives — despite COVID woes
SAN JOSE — Thousands packed into a prime downtown San Jose dining and drinking hub Thursday night in a reminder the neighborhood remains lively despite the urban core’s coronavirus-linked economic maladies. San Pedro Square was crammed with patrons of its array of food and refreshment establishments, both inside...
Dutch Goose forced to close by health inspector, back open on Friday
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Dutch Goose in Menlo Park was forced to close on Wednesday, July 17, by San Mateo County Environmental Health Services due to the presence of “vermin, rodents, insects, birds or animals,” according to the department’s website. An inspector with the...
Santa Clara County supervisor candidates respond to reader questions
Four politicians vying for two open seats on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors in June received dozens of questions from attendees of San José Spotlight’s flagship all-day political festival, PolitiBeat. With a limited time for the candidate forum — one of eight live discussions at the Hammer Theater in downtown San Jose —... The post Santa Clara County supervisor candidates respond to reader questions appeared first on San José Spotlight.
Santa Clara Councilmembers Attack Recent Grand Jury Report and Grand Jurors (and More)
On Tuesday night, the Santa Clara City Council reviewed the most recent Civil Grand Jury report entitled “Outplayed.”. The report was released last month. The Grand Jury evaluated the 10-year-old stadium deal and concluded that the team “outplayed” the City. The 49er Five were not happy with...
San Jose’s Accelerated Technological Advancements Revolutionize Business Operations and Daily Life
Accelerated Technological Advancements Reshaping Lives in San Jose. San Jose, the heartland of the U.S. Silicon Valley, is once again leading the world with unprecedented technological advancements. The city is experiencing a surge in innovations that are not only reshaping business approaches but also transforming people’s daily lives. Emerging...
Del Mar racing season kicks off with opening day and an eventful summer ahead
Del Mar's 85th summer meet begins Saturday with a sold out Opening Day, marking the first time since the 1950s that the racing season will begin on Saturday rather than a weekday. Del Mar officials say the shift to a weekend start was spurred in part by the July 7...
The Bay Area Is Still Haunted By Empty Downtown Offices
Empty offices haunt the downtown districts of the Bay Area’s three largest cities, a new report shows, an indicator that companies and workers still shun the cores of this region’s urban centers. During the April-through-June second quarter of 2024, office buildings were about one-third vacant in downtown San...
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