Homicide suspect and accomplice's release widely criticized in South Bay

San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo says the criminal justice system has failed in a homicide case despite a state Supreme Court case that ruled defendants can't be held solely on the basis of whether or not they can afford to pay bail even if they're charged with a homicide – and in this case, the defendants are arguing self defense.

Small businesses hope for holiday season boost through shop local campaign

It’s the start of the holiday shopping season and the City of San Jose is trying to give small businesses a boost during the pandemic. The city has launched a campaign called Shop Local SJ.

San Jose police arrest daycare worker suspected of sexually abusing a child

San Jose police on Monday announced the arrest of a 62-year-old daycare worker accused of multiple counts of sexual abuse of a child. And investigators said they believe there may be additional victims. 

'You're not wanted here:' Advocates decry San Jose homeless camp barriers

Pastor Scott Wager said the barriers make it difficult to bring supplies to people in the encampment and send a hostile message to residents struggling to survive.

Remembering victims of VTA mass shooting in San Jose

It has been 6 months since the deadliest mass shooting in the Bay Area. An online ceremony was held Friday to honor the victims of that tragic day at the VTA.

The kitchen at San Jose's CityTeam hums on Thanksgiving

Starting Wednesday, this crew began cooking 60 turkeys, 200 pounds of mashed potatoes, 150 pounds of mixed vegetables, and slices of pie for desert.

San Jose police investigate double shooting

A shooting in San Jose Tuesday afternoon left two men wounded, authorities said.

South Bay high school aims to collect more than 1,000 turkeys for families in need

Students and staff at Presentation High in San Jose began collecting turkeys as part of their holiday drive. Their goal is to collect 1,000 turkeys. They really want to beat the school’s record – which is 1,090 turkeys collected in one day.

Ice skating rink open: Holiday tradition returns to San Jose

The downtown San Jose ice rink is named after Kristi Yamaguchi. Now in its 25th year, it’s the only ice rink in the world surrounded by 32 palm trees known as the Circle of Palms.

Elizabeth Holmes: Theranos founder makes her case to the jury in fraud trial

Legal experts expect the trial to hinge on Holmes’ testimony following nearly 30 witnesses for the prosecution – including former investors and patients of Elizabeth Theranos.

Asian American, gay lawmaker booted from California committee

Assemblymember Evan Low's chairmanship and membership on the Business and Professions Committee was stripped without explanation.

San Jose church remembers victims of tragic stabbing

It has been one year since a deadly stabbing incident at Grace Baptist Church in San Jose. The church is bringing the community together on Saturday to honor the victims.

San Jose Water customers could soon see drought surcharge

San Jose Water customers could soon see a drought surcharge added to their water bills if they go over their allotted water amount.

10 years pass since Santa Clara police cadet was killed serving in Afghanistan

On Tuesday, special tribute was held for a Santa Clara police cadet explorer who was deployed to Afghanistan and never returned. Tuesday marks 10 years since 21-year-old Sean Walsh was killed while serving in Operation Enduring Freedom.

Immigration consultant accused of defrauding clients

A woman who works as an immigration consultant defrauded clients by accepting money without submitting applications to immigration officials, authorities said Monday.