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Three months after trading his role as San Jose Planning Commission chairman for a seat on the City Council, Anthony Tordillos has nominated his replacement.
Longtime urban planner set for seat on San Jose Planning Commission - San José Spotlight
Three months after trading his role as San Jose Planning Commission chairman for a seat on the City Council, Anthony Tordillos has nominated his replacement. The District 3 representative has tapped A...
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December 1, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Three months after trading his role as San Jose Planning Commission chairman for a seat on the City Council, Anthony Tordillos has nominated his replacement.
East San Jose’s longtime Duino family is ready to let go of its 115-acre former golf course. But they’re caught between clashing visions over the future of the property. City leaders want more density than developers and some neighbors had in mind.
San Jose officials want denser housing on former golf course - San José Spotlight
East San Jose’s longtime Duino family is ready to let go of its 115-acre former golf course. But they’re caught between clashing visions over the future of the property. City leaders want more density...
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November 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM
East San Jose’s longtime Duino family is ready to let go of its 115-acre former golf course. But they’re caught between clashing visions over the future of the property. City leaders want more density than developers and some neighbors had in mind.
A city audit is recommending the San Jose Fire Department strengthen its drug tracking and inventory security after painkiller thefts by a firefighter led to patients receiving morphine from tampered vials.
Audit calls for changes after San Jose firefighter drug tampering - San José Spotlight
A city audit is recommending the San Jose Fire Department strengthen its drug tracking and inventory security after painkiller thefts by a firefighter led to patients receiving morphine from tampered ...
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November 26, 2025 at 8:07 PM
A city audit is recommending the San Jose Fire Department strengthen its drug tracking and inventory security after painkiller thefts by a firefighter led to patients receiving morphine from tampered vials.
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at San José Spotlight! Thank you for standing with us in our mission to keep Santa Clara County informed, engaged and connected to civic life. 💛 🦃
November 26, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at San José Spotlight! Thank you for standing with us in our mission to keep Santa Clara County informed, engaged and connected to civic life. 💛 🦃
Santa Clara County leaders have gathered to denounce President Donald Trump’s actions to cut funding for permanent housing programs.
Silicon Valley lawmakers speak out against homeless housing cuts - San José Spotlight
Santa Clara County leaders have gathered to denounce President Donald Trump’s actions to cut funding for permanent housing programs. Congressmembers Sam Liccardo and Zoe Lofgren are calling for a reve...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Santa Clara County leaders have gathered to denounce President Donald Trump’s actions to cut funding for permanent housing programs.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:57 PM
We are nearly halfway through our end-of-year NewsMatch campaign, and thanks to the incredible support of our readers and community members, we have raised $47,427 towards our $100,000 goal!
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In a short time, one homeless services provider operating a safe parking site has connected dozens of unhoused people to housing.
San Jose safe parking site finds housing for homeless residents - San José Spotlight
In a short time, one homeless services provider operating a safe parking site has connected dozens of unhoused people to housing. In the eight months since the Berryessa safe parking site opened, non...
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November 24, 2025 at 5:23 PM
In a short time, one homeless services provider operating a safe parking site has connected dozens of unhoused people to housing.
People struggling with food insecurity will still be able to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal thanks to Bay Area nonprofits.
Where to find a free Thanksgiving meal or food box - San José Spotlight
People struggling with food insecurity will still be able to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal thanks to Bay Area nonprofits. High food prices and a delay in CalFresh food benefits — California’s version of ...
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November 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM
People struggling with food insecurity will still be able to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal thanks to Bay Area nonprofits.
San Jose leaders are delaying a vote on a plan to revamp a development program responsible for generating a significant portion of the city’s affordable housing.
San Jose housing policy change delayed after pushback - San José Spotlight
San Jose leaders are delaying a vote on a plan to revamp a development program responsible for generating a significant portion of the city’s affordable housing. The decision follows vocal pushback fr...
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November 18, 2025 at 4:51 PM
San Jose leaders are delaying a vote on a plan to revamp a development program responsible for generating a significant portion of the city’s affordable housing.
A long-awaited San Jose tiny home village built on land owned by the region’s largest water supplier has opened — giving 136 homeless people a roof over their heads.
San Jose opens tiny home village on Valley Water land - San José Spotlight
A long-awaited San Jose tiny home village built on land owned by the region's largest water supplier has opened — giving 136 homeless people a roof over their heads.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:08 AM
A long-awaited San Jose tiny home village built on land owned by the region’s largest water supplier has opened — giving 136 homeless people a roof over their heads.
Grail Family Services and Sacred Heart Community Service are providing groceries for families, including many who rely on CalFresh, California’s version of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
San Jose nonprofits help families with food and groceries - San José Spotlight
Two San Jose nonprofits have stepped up to help families struggling with food insecurity. Grail Family Services and Sacred Heart Community Service are providing groceries for families, including many ...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Grail Family Services and Sacred Heart Community Service are providing groceries for families, including many who rely on CalFresh, California’s version of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
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there's a lot happening with BART Silicon Valley, but VTA has another project on Capitol Expressway — the Eastridge to BART Regional Connector. the new line will provide more connection to East San Jose, but construction is causing chaos
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East San Jose small businesses struggle amid VTA construction - San José Spotlight
Capitol Expressway has turned into a traffic nightmare near the light rail connector expansion — and local businesses are looking to transportation officials for relief.
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November 14, 2025 at 7:07 PM
there's a lot happening with BART Silicon Valley, but VTA has another project on Capitol Expressway — the Eastridge to BART Regional Connector. the new line will provide more connection to East San Jose, but construction is causing chaos
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Capitol Expressway has turned into a traffic nightmare near the light rail connector expansion — and local businesses are looking to transportation officials for relief.
East San Jose small businesses struggle amid VTA construction - San José Spotlight
Capitol Expressway has turned into a traffic nightmare near the light rail connector expansion — and local businesses are looking to transportation officials for relief.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Capitol Expressway has turned into a traffic nightmare near the light rail connector expansion — and local businesses are looking to transportation officials for relief.
With nearly all the votes counted in the race for Santa Clara County assessor, the contest is headed for a December runoff between Los Altos Vice Mayor Neysa Fligor and former Saratoga Councilmember Rishi Kumar.
Santa Clara County assessor candidates head to runoff election - San José Spotlight
With nearly all the votes counted in the race for Santa Clara County assessor, the contest is headed for a December runoff between Los Altos Vice Mayor Neysa Fligor and former Saratoga Councilmember R...
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November 12, 2025 at 11:56 PM
With nearly all the votes counted in the race for Santa Clara County assessor, the contest is headed for a December runoff between Los Altos Vice Mayor Neysa Fligor and former Saratoga Councilmember Rishi Kumar.
An official lineup of Super Bowl fanfare events largely snubs the South Bay in favor of San Francisco — 50 miles north of where the game will actually happen.
San Francisco steals South Bay's Super Bowl spotlight — again - San José Spotlight
An official lineup of Super Bowl fanfare events largely snubs the South Bay in favor of San Francisco — 50 miles north of where the game will actually happen.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
An official lineup of Super Bowl fanfare events largely snubs the South Bay in favor of San Francisco — 50 miles north of where the game will actually happen.
Santa Clara County’s homeless veterans population has hit a milestone: the numbers have dropped to their lowest level since tracking began 20 years ago.
Number of Santa Clara County homeless veterans drops - San José Spotlight
Santa Clara County's homeless veterans population has hit a milestone: the numbers have dropped to their lowest level since tracking began 20 years ago.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Santa Clara County’s homeless veterans population has hit a milestone: the numbers have dropped to their lowest level since tracking began 20 years ago.
With Veterans Day approaching, Santa Clara County is offering free health and social services to local vets this weekend.
Santa Clara County provides free resources to veterans - San José Spotlight
With Veterans Day approaching, Santa Clara County is offering free health and social services to local vets this weekend. The annual Stand Down offers housing and employment assistance, medical and de...
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November 7, 2025 at 5:28 PM
With Veterans Day approaching, Santa Clara County is offering free health and social services to local vets this weekend.
California has overwhelmingly approved Gov. @gavinnewsom.bsky.social’s plan to gerrymander congressional seats in favor of Democrats for the next several election cycles. His most powerful allies in Silicon Valley are tempering their zeal.
California's Prop. 50 has a rocky road ahead - San José Spotlight
California has overwhelmingly approved Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to gerrymander congressional seats in favor of Democrats for the next several election cycles. His most powerful allies in Silicon Valle...
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November 6, 2025 at 4:40 PM
California has overwhelmingly approved Gov. @gavinnewsom.bsky.social’s plan to gerrymander congressional seats in favor of Democrats for the next several election cycles. His most powerful allies in Silicon Valley are tempering their zeal.
A San Jose hotel converted to homeless housing is switching operators, and residents are welcoming the change.
San Jose homeless hotel gets new management - San José Spotlight
A San Jose hotel converted to homeless housing is switching operators, and residents are welcoming the change. Nonprofit service provider WeHope will take over the Arena Hotel at 817 The Alameda start...
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November 5, 2025 at 4:51 PM
A San Jose hotel converted to homeless housing is switching operators, and residents are welcoming the change.
“As the next assessor I will continue to protect tax payers dollars, I will save tax payers money. I will improve the process, including the appeal process,” Fligor told San José Spotlight.
JUST IN: Early results show Neysa Fligor leading the race for Santa Clara County assessor.
Santa Clara County assistant assessor leads in early results - San José Spotlight
Early results show Neysa Fligor leading the race for Santa Clara County assessor. As of 8:45 p.m. on Election Day, Fligor is ahead with nearly 40% of the vote, or 111,628 votes. In second place is Ris...
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November 5, 2025 at 5:07 AM
“As the next assessor I will continue to protect tax payers dollars, I will save tax payers money. I will improve the process, including the appeal process,” Fligor told San José Spotlight.
JUST IN: Early results show Neysa Fligor leading the race for Santa Clara County assessor.
Santa Clara County assistant assessor leads in early results - San José Spotlight
Early results show Neysa Fligor leading the race for Santa Clara County assessor. As of 8:45 p.m. on Election Day, Fligor is ahead with nearly 40% of the vote, or 111,628 votes. In second place is Ris...
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November 5, 2025 at 4:56 AM
JUST IN: Early results show Neysa Fligor leading the race for Santa Clara County assessor.
JUST IN: Early results show Santa Clara County’s sales tax increase measure leaning toward voter approval on election night.
Santa Clara County sales tax measure ahead in early results - San José Spotlight
As of 8 p.m. Tuesday, just more than 57% of voters cast ballots for Measure A, with nearly 43% voting against it. The general tax needs a simple majority of more than 50% to pass.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:14 AM
JUST IN: Early results show Santa Clara County’s sales tax increase measure leaning toward voter approval on election night.
UPDATE: San Jose City Councilmembers voted unanimously Tuesday to halt the issuance of new licenses for local tobacco businesses, including retailers, smoke shops and smoking lounges.
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San Jose is poised to enact a temporary moratorium to block the establishment of new tobacco shops throughout the city as officials draw up a long-term plan to regulate such businesses.
San Jose considers temporary ban on new tobacco shops - San José Spotlight
San Jose is poised to enact a temporary moratorium to block the establishment of new tobacco shops throughout the city as officials draw up a long-term plan to regulate such businesses.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:24 AM
UPDATE: San Jose City Councilmembers voted unanimously Tuesday to halt the issuance of new licenses for local tobacco businesses, including retailers, smoke shops and smoking lounges.
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With an assist from @warriorsofficial.bsky.social forward
Trayce Jackson-Davis, Congressman @sliccardo.bsky.social is rallying support for food banks helping families who have lost SNAP benefits due to the federal government shutdown.
Trayce Jackson-Davis, Congressman @sliccardo.bsky.social is rallying support for food banks helping families who have lost SNAP benefits due to the federal government shutdown.
Bay Area basketball star, congressman call for food donations - San José Spotlight
With an assist from Golden State Warriors forward Trayce Jackson-Davis, Congressman Sam Liccardo is rallying support for food banks helping families who have lost SNAP benefits due to the federal gove...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:46 AM
With an assist from @warriorsofficial.bsky.social forward
Trayce Jackson-Davis, Congressman @sliccardo.bsky.social is rallying support for food banks helping families who have lost SNAP benefits due to the federal government shutdown.
Trayce Jackson-Davis, Congressman @sliccardo.bsky.social is rallying support for food banks helping families who have lost SNAP benefits due to the federal government shutdown.
Santa Clara County didn’t ask to host next year’s Super Bowl. But the cost of protecting the event from terror attacks could exceed its available cash in an unprecedented budget crisis.
Santa Clara County scrambles for Super Bowl security funding - San José Spotlight
Santa Clara County didn’t ask to host next year’s Super Bowl. But the cost of protecting the event from terror attacks could exceed its available cash in an unprecedented budget crisis.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Santa Clara County didn’t ask to host next year’s Super Bowl. But the cost of protecting the event from terror attacks could exceed its available cash in an unprecedented budget crisis.