Waymos authorized at this Bay Area airport — a California first
Waymo – the autonomous car company owned by Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc. – is now authorized to offer its service at San Jose Mineta International Airport, officials say. It's the first airport in California to welcome Waymo and the second in the world.
San Jose State University announces record enrollment, up 8%
San Jose State is kicking off the school year with record-setting enrollment, up 8-percent from last year. 40,000 students are coming to campus, by far the most in the school's history.
2nd SJ motel site opens for unhoused residents
San Jose's mayor and other leaders, on Friday, toured a hotel in the Cambrian section of the city that's been converted to housing for unhoused residents. This, as one mother whose been homeless for six-years finally has a safe place to sleep for herself and her 11-month-old daughter.
Mahan, Newsom split on how best to enhance California business climate
Mayor Matt Mahan, (D) San Jose, clashed with Golden State Gov. Gavin Newsom over criticism California should do more to recruit and retain businesses. The rift was in reaction to an announcement by the CEO of Bed, Bath & Beyond that the resurrected company would not open any stores in California.
Newsom, SJ mayor react differently to Bed Bath & Beyond announcement
Bed Bath & Beyond – the home furnishings retailer that filed for bankruptcy in 2023 and then shortly after closed all 360 of its stores – came out with some harsh words against the State of California on Wednesday. But the reaction from some Golden State politicians is quite varied.
Unhoused woman previously convicted of arson charged in fatal fire that killed SJ businessman
A small business owner was killed over the weekend in San Jose. A friend has identified the co-owner of a T-shirt company that went up in flames as the victim. An unhoused woman has been charged with arson and manslaughter.
Unhoused woman previously convicted of arson charged with manslaughter in SJ businessman's death
San Jose investigators said on Wednesday an unhoused woman charged in the death of a businessman who died in an act of arson Sunday morning.
1 dead in RV fire and explosion by San Jose 7-Eleven, arson unit investigating
One person died Tuesday following a fire and explosion in an RV parked near a San Jose 7-Eleven, according to the fire department.
San Jose District 3 City Councilmember candidates ramp up for runoff
There are forty days left until what could be a very close runoff election in San Jose’s District 3 City Councilmember race.
San Jose hosts well-known DJ Steve Aoki for block party series
A block party was held in Downtown San Jose on Tuesday, where a Grammy-nominated artist performed against the backdrop of the SOFA District.
Lionel Messi practices in San Jose before Inter Miami takes on the Earthquakes
The San Jose Earthquakes are gearing up to host one of the most famous soccer stars in the world: Lionel Messi and his team Inter Miami.
San Jose District 3 election called by razor-thin margin, headed to a runoff
A hotly-contested race for a seat on San Jose’s City Council is now moving into a runoff, with the first election being decided by a margin of only 6 votes.
Waymo wants to expand south to San Jose, the Peninsula Hills and other cities
Despite some issues, Waymo’s San Francisco ridership grew fourfold in the first eight months of 2024.
Indecent exposure arrest of homeless man caught on video, San Jose police under investigation
A homeless man is in custody for indecent exposure and allegedly biting officers. Part of the altercation is captured on video. Advocates say police went too far. Now the incident is under investigation.
San Jose expands hours for sleeping ban on downtown streets
The new hours will start being enforced in 90 days.
San Jose officials break ground on next interim housing site
San Jose city leaders, community activists and other stakeholders broke ground on Tuesday on the city next interim housing site.
San Jose police shoot suspect they say threatened officers with knife
Officers were called out on Sunday about 7:45 p.m. to the area near S. First and Sutter streets to help out with a "family disturbance involving a weapon."
San Jose police address Councilman Omar Torres' arrest on child sex crime charges
Embattled San Jose councilmember Omar Torres was arrested on Tuesday, according to Torres' attorney.
Residents launch petition to recall embattled San Jose city council member Omar Torres
People in San Jose's District 3 want to recall embattled councilmember Omar Torres who has now asked for a 30-day medical leave to address his mental health. His request has not been approved.
San Jose councilmember Omar Torres removed from appointed positions
The San Jose City Council, unanimously along with the mayor, voted on Tuesday to remove Councilman Omar Torres from all of his council duties and assignments amid allegations of child sex crimes.