Santa Clara County businesses eye World Cup boost after Super Bowl brings in $195M

A massive wave of economic revenue poured into the Bay Area during Super Bowl week, signaling a major financial victory for local economies as the region prepares for its next giant sporting event.

Matt Mahan says he'll seek a third term as San Jose mayor in 2028

One day after conceding the California gubernatorial race, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced he will remain in office and plans to run for reelection to a third term.

Santa Clara celebrates FIFA World Cup with themed night markets

The city of Santa Clara is kicking off a series of night markets as part of a bigger push to celebrate its role as a host city for the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA-themed night markets are coming to Santa Clara this weekend
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Santa Clara is hosting a two-day community celebration in June and July with a FIFA World Cup theme. Festivities include art, food, live music, culture, and soccer.

San Jose businesses gear up for multi-week World Cup boost

With the World Cup kicking off next week, businesses across San Jose are preparing for a massive influx of soccer fans—and they are hoping the economic benefits will stretch far beyond downtown.

Live 2026 election results: U.S. House District 14 primary

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live results for California's 14th congressional district here.

Live 2026 election results: Santa Clara County primary

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live Santa Clara County election results here.

San Jose approves $3.5m federal grant for World Cup security overtime

With the first World Cup match at Levi’s Stadium less than two weeks away, local law enforcement and fire departments are rapidly scaling up operations to meet the unprecedented security demands of the international tournament.

Los Gatos raises first-ever Pride flag after student-led push

For the first time ever, Los Gatos raised a Progress Pride Flag on the lawn of the Civic Center, just in time for the start of Pride Month.

San Jose police search for suspects in fatal drive-by shooting

Police are searching for one or more suspects following a fatal weekend drive-by shooting in downtown San Jose that left one person dead and two others injured.

Father sentenced after fatal blow killed 8-month-old daughter

A San Jose father was sentenced Friday to 25 years to life in prison for killing his 8-month-old daughter with a blow to the head so severe that it caused her brain to shift inside her skull, authorities said.

Alum Rock Union School Board approves feasibility study of rebuilding of burned down youth center

The Alum Rock Union School District Board voted Thursday night to approve an agreement to explore rebuilding a historic youth center in East San Jose that was destroyed by a fire last year.

Bay Area deputies form soccer team inspired by 2026 World Cup

Motivated by World Cup excitement, Santa Clara County Sheriff’s deputies formed "Juventus Crew," a competitive soccer team composed mostly of main jail staff.

FIFA World Cup inspires soccer team formation with Bay Area deputies
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Players of the "Juventus Crew" are mostly deputies who work in the Santa Clara County Main Jail. The team's formation was inspired by the FIFA World Cup that's taking place in two weeks.

Live updates: Los Gatos 'Party Mom' sentenced to more than 30 years

A Los Gatos mother convicted of holding alcohol-fueled sex parties for teens was sentenced in Santa Clara County Superior Court to over 30 years.