Former San Jose councilman sentenced to 18 years in prison for child molestation
Disgraced former San Jose Councilman Omar Torres was sentenced Friday to 18 years in prison for molesting a child decades ago, prosecutors said.
Fire destroys former San Jose youth center eyed for renovation
Investigators in San Jose are now trying to determine the cause of an early Friday morning fire at a building that once housed a youth center.
Driver crashes outside gay San Jose nightclubs a day before Pride
The driver of a white Lexus slammed into pedestrian barriers in front of two gay San Jose nightclubs on Thursday night, just a day before the city's Pride celebrations are set to begin.
San Jose aims to capitalize on 2026 sporting events
For Bay Area sports fans, 2026 will be huge. The Super Bowl, March Madness, and the World Cup are all coming here. The City of San Jose is making sure it capitalizes on all the excitement.
South Bay celebrates opening of new drug addiction clinic
South Bay leaders on Thursday cut a ceremonial ribbon in celebration of the soon-to-open "Compassionate Addiction Services & Support clinic.
Bleach spill on I-280 closes lanes to traffic near Los Altos
Firefighters responded to a chemical spill on Interstate 280 near Magdalena Avenue in Los Altos on Thursday, officials say. The roadway has since been cleared.
San Jose Diocese will review security at Catholic schools
The San Jose Diocese says it will review security measures at each of its Catholic schools in the wake of the mass shooting that happened Wednesday at a Catholic church and school in Minneapolis.
San Jose awards AI grants to companies tackling maternal health, food waste
Today the city of San Jose announced the four winners of it's AI Incentive Program: a grant initiative they call the first of its kind. City officials say they looked for companies working on big issues like maternal health, food waste reduction, and the next generation of satellite data processing.
1 dead in Merced County private plane crash that took off from San Jose
Officials in Merced County say one person was killed when a small private plane crashed south of Los Banos on Tuesday. The aircraft took off from an airport near San Jose.
Popular Raising Cane's chain coming to these 4 Bay Area cities
A fast food restaurant with a growing cult-like following is expanding its presence in the Bay Area. Four Bay Area cities are getting a new Cane's.
Mountain View teens create fire retardant used in Calistoga
Two Mountain View teens created a non-toxic retardant that helped protect homes from wildfires like the Pickett Fire.
Blind woman part of record-setting hike up Kilimanjaro
Kristie Colton is blind and she’s joining a group of hikers from around the world to become the largest group of blind hikers to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro in the fall.
San Jose father arrested in killing of 5-month-old son
A San Jose man was arrested Monday in connection with the killing of his 5-month-old son, police said.
San Jose startup unveils first consumer-focused fully autonomous car
A Bay Area startup says it plans to bring the world’s first fully autonomous vehicle designed for personal ownership directly to consumers.
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.
Video shows vandals tagging San Jose business with antisemitic graffiti, swastikas
The business owner opened up shop on Tuesday and found their vans covered with swastikas.
Authorities bust $400K T.J. Maxx theft ring in Bay Area; 16 suspects tied to case
According to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office, 16 suspects were involved in more than 80 thefts, sometimes striking stores several times a day.
Body found as San Jose clears largest homeless encampment
Mayor Matt Mahan said during a news conference that the body was discovered during the clearing of the Columbus Park encampment. The cause of death is under investigation.
San Jose sweep homeless people from Columbus Park
Over the years, Columbus Park has become a refuge for homeless LGBTQ+ people seeking safety in community. As San Jose gears up to sweep its largest homeless encampment, members of this population have limited options where they don't fear being harassed.