Auditors find use of tear gas in Santa Clara County jails appropriate

Over objections from some grassroots community groups, an independent auditing firm concluded that Santa Clara County sheriff's use of tear gas in the jails is appropriate for getting incarcerated people to comply with orders. 

Santa Clara County's use of tear gas at jail halts military equipment purchases

Santa Clara County uses tear gas in its jails, the only Bay Area facility to do so, a KTVU investigation has found. Its use has halted further purchases of more military equipment.

Crews battling structure fire in San Martin

Firefighters responded to a fully involved structure fire in San Martin on Wednesday. 

Taco Bell Cantina opens in San Jose mall

Taco Bell opened another of its popular cantina restaurants in a San Jose shopping mall Wednesday.

Silicon Valley Pride 2023 celebrates resilience of gay community in the face of rising attacks

Silicon Valley Pride began in 1975 in San Jose as a gay rights rally and has evolved into a week-long celebration that includes multiple events throughout the South Bay, a parade and festival.

Coroner positively IDs remains found as that of missing Saratoga teen

The Santa Clara County coroner confirmed that the human remains found near Castle Rock State Park are that of missing Saratoga teen Katherine Schneider, officials say. 

Teachers at James Lick High calling for tighter security after stabbings, violent incident

The teachers KTVU spoke with say these acts of violence were perpetrated by outsiders, but they still don’t feel safe, and they want the district to make major changes to improve security.

Fan fight breaks out at Levi's Stadium during 49ers' preseason game

Violence broke out in the stands at Levi's Stadium this weekend during the 49ers preseason game. This was the second big brawl at Levi's in the last two months.

Southwest Airlines cancels 81 flights at San Jose airport as Hilary lands in SoCal

Records show that Hilary is the first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years. At least 9 million people were under flash-flood warning ahead of the storm.

Employee of South Bay Christian school allegedly paid students for explicit photos, videos

A facility worker at San Jose's Valley Christian Schools was arrested for allegedly paying students for explicit photos and videos. Police are seeking potential additional victims.