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3 hours ago

New restaurant and rooftop deck are eyed for empty San Jose building

A Vietnamese full-service restaurant, bar and rooftop deck are proposed for 374 South First St. to revitalize downtown San Jose.
fromThe Mercury News
17 hours ago

Suspect sought in San Jose vehicle burglary spree

SAN JOSE - More than 100 vehicles were burglarized at four housing complexes last weekend in San Jose, and now police are asking the public to help identify the suspect. Between 10 p.m. on Nov. 8 and 1 a.m. on Nov. 9, the San Jose Police Department received 114 reports of vehicle burglaries at complexes in the 300 block of Cres Village Circle, 3400 block of Iron Point Drive, 3700 block of Casa Verde Street and 100 block of Baypointe Parkway, according to police spokesperson Stacie Shih.
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20 hours ago

San Jose: Five additional suspects arrested on suspicion of involvement in jewelry store smash-and-grab

Five additional suspects arrested for involvement in a violent smash-and-grab robbery at Kim Hung Jewelry in East San Jose that injured the store's elderly owner.
fromThesanjoseblog
1 day ago

New In-N-Out Proposed for East San Jose

San Jose could soon gain another outpost of the beloved In-N-Out Burger chain as the company explores a location at 2641 McKee Road. The burger spot has submitted a preliminary review to the city, seeking feedback on its concept before moving to formal permits. This potential addition builds on In-N-Out's existing presence in the area, offering more opportunities for locals to enjoy fresh burgers and fries.
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2 days ago
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Prologis Inc. Wins Bid for One of the Largest Economic Development Projects in South Bay

Prologis will develop a data center and advanced manufacturing campus on 159 acres at the San José–Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility, creating 6,000 jobs.
fromThesanjoseblog
5 days ago
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Two More Data Centers Coming to North San Jose

Goodman Group will develop two data centers on 46 acres in San Jose, delivering 414,000 sq ft and 97.3 MW by 2028.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

San Jose grocer gives $100 shopping spree to struggling SNAP beneficiaries: 'Give back'

When they first announced the SNAP shutdown, you had people coming in out of necessity trying to take groceries because they had no SNAP, trying to walk out with groceries. So you see the effect it's causing in the community now,
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

$14 million winning lottery ticket bought in San Jose

A $14 million SuperLotto Plus ticket matching five numbers plus the Mega Ball was sold at Maple Leaf Liquors in San Jose.
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fromFuncheap
4 days ago

South First Fridays Art Walk (San Jose)

Eclectic monthly arts and culture evening in downtown San Jose's SoFA district every first Friday with nearly 20 galleries, shops, bars, and a yoga studio.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Downtown San Jose Planning Commission seat still vacant - San Jose Spotlight

District 3's Planning Commission seat remains vacant nearly three months; seven applicants submitted; Tordillos must nominate a District 3 resident for council confirmation.
fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

San Jose: Man arrested on suspicion of ramming vehicle into occupied food truck

SAN JOSE - Police arrested a man after he allegedly rammed his pickup truck repeatedly into a food truck with multiple employees inside, authorities said. Orlando Rivero, a 27-year-old man from San Jose, was arrested Oct. 30 on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and vandalism, according to a press release from the San Jose Police Department. He was booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail.
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fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 week ago

San Jose graffiti culture shines at East Village gallery Writers Bench | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

A few blocks east of downtown, on Santa Clara Street in the masterfully rebranded East Village, I stop at Writers Bench, a small art space that speaks authentically San José. A rack of spray colorful paints, a case full of stickers, a t-shirt rack and a gleaming purple low rider bicycle surround a chessboard, set up and ready to play, in the middle of the narrow storefront.
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fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 week ago

Howard Wiley in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

This new series, "The Hang," promises to explore the music of exciting artists and examine the music that inspired them to take it up. The first show features one of the Bay's best and most versatile saxophonists, Howard Wiley, who incorporates elements of funk and a whole lotta soul into his playing. Wiley has toured or played with a plethora of artists like Miss Lauryn Hill, Christian McBride, and Sheila E.
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fromThesanjoseblog
1 week ago

Coterie Winery Celebrates 10 Years of Artisan Winemaking in San Jose

Coterie Winery celebrates its 10th anniversary at 885 West Julian Street, showcasing urban winemaking, community focus, and sustainable small-batch wines in San Jose.
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fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

San Jose youth keep Chinese American heritage alive at History Park

San Jose's Chinese-American community preserves history and fosters youth involvement amid historical and contemporary anti-immigrant repression.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Let Kinky Boots lift your spirits to high-heeled heights, coming to San Jose!

Kinky Boots, a Tony-, Grammy-, and Olivier-winning musical, plays Nov 28–30, 2025 in San Jose; enter by 11/9/25 to win two tickets.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Grandfather killed by scalding hot shower at San Jose hotel, lawsuit alleges

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- The family of a man who died during a trip to San Jose is suing the hotel, alleging the hot water in the shower scalded him to death. The man was visiting in May to attend his granddaughter's graduation. It happened at Marriott's Fairfield Inn and Suites San Jose Airport, according to a lawsuit obtained by ABC7 News. The wrongful death lawsuit says 77-year-old Terril Johnson of Riverside was exposed to scalding hot water, measuring 134-136 degrees Fahrenheit.
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2 weeks ago
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San Jose Aims to Thwart ICE With New Policies on Masks and Public Properties | KQED

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2 weeks ago
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San Jose Aims to Thwart ICE With New Policies on Masks and Public Properties | KQED

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2 weeks ago

Lender seizes former San Jose store site, housing project property

A downtown San Jose site where a housing tower was once proposed but never built has been seized. At 27 S. First St., an empty building has been taken back through a deed in lieu of foreclosure, a procedure for a lender to take ownership of a property in a streamlined fashion. Elevated view of Tower 27, a mixed-use 24-story residential tower with 374 units and 35,300 square feet at 27 S. First St. in downtown San Jose, concept. (Merriman Anderson Architects)
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2 weeks ago

South Bay industrial market shows strength with San Jose lease

Therma LLC leased the entire 212,700-square-foot San Jose Logistics Center at 650 North King Rd., reflecting strong demand for modern logistics and industrial space.
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2 weeks ago

Must-try bakeries for 2025: Craving decadent cakes? Beignets? Cookies?

Preligen's Artisan Bakery in San Jose specializes in French-style croissants and pastries with daily early-morning production and rotating seasonal flavors.
#traffic-collision
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2 weeks ago

San Jose art gallery shares powerful message about gentrification

MACLA's There Are New Suns showcases Mexican American South Bay artists exploring cultural resilience and gentrification in San Jose, raising community awareness.
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1 week ago

Drama the stage kind is thriving at South Bay high schools

San Jose high school theater programs maintain strong student engagement and large productions despite financial struggles among Bay Area professional theater companies.
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1 week ago

San Jose: 10 displaced after car fire spreads to two apartment buildings

A car fire spread to a carport and two apartment buildings in West San Jose, displacing 10 residents and causing significant damage to multiple units.
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fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

PG&E sees major growth potential in San Jose as electricity demand rises

PG&E is prioritizing expansion and substation upgrades in San Jose to meet surging tech-driven electricity demand and correct capacity misperceptions.
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2 weeks ago

PG&E sees major growth potential in San Jose as electricity demand rises

For PG&E, San Jose offers a confluence of land and demand. The city has plenty of available open space for a tech industry whose thirst for energy has soared. San Jose is very important because it has room to grow, PG&E Chief Executive Officer Patricia Poppe told this news organization. There is demand from tech companies to grow here.
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fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Undocumented Man Taken By ICE in Front of Home in San Jose

Advocates warn of ongoing isolated ICE raids after an undocumented immigrant was detained in front of his San Jose home Saturday despite the Trump administration calling off the mass deployment of federal agents in the Bay Area earlier this week. As NBC Bay Area reports, federal agents with the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement approached Gerardo, 42, in his driveway as he was leaving for work at 7:45 am Saturday, which was captured on the family's Ring camera (included in the below video clip).
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2 weeks ago

San Jose: Man convicted of murdering daughter-in-law in Walmart parking lot

A jury returned a guilty verdict Wednesday against 77-year-old Sital Singh Dosanjh, following a two-week murder trial for the Sept. 30, 2022 killing of Gurpreet Kaur Dosanjh in broad daylight outside the Walmart on Almaden Expressway. A guilty verdict can never bring back Gurpreet or erase her family's pain, but it does bring a measure of justice that can hopefully help her family find closure, Deputy District Attorney Carolyn Malinsky said Friday. This conviction acknowledges the truth of her murder and recognizes that Gurpreet's life mattered.
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fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

Diwali Carnival Illuminates Downtown San Jose This Weekend

Downtown San Jose will come alive with the spirit of Diwali on October 25 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Plaza de Cesar Chavez. Organized by the Association of Indo Americans, this free event invites everyone to join in the Festival of Lights, complete with colorful decorations that transform the area into a festive wonderland. Attendees can look forward to a mix of cultural elements that highlight Indian traditions, making it a welcoming gathering for families and friends across the community.
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fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Mystery in Bay Area park after cherished landmark disappears

Momotaro, named for the popular Japanese folklore hero who is also often translated as "Peach Boy," was a gift from San Jose's oldest sister city, Okayama, Japan. The relationship between the cities was established in 1957, and the replica of the bronze statue that guards Okayama Station has stood in Guadalupe River Park near the Center for the Performing Arts since 1993. The statue depicts the boy and his dog, monkey and pheasant companions who go on a quest to defeat a band of ogres,
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Collins: ADUs remain a bright spot in San Jose's struggling housing market - San Jose Spotlight

Thanks to a series of state laws passed several years ago, homeowners now have more control over what they can do with their property, and that includes building ADUs. Once considered a niche housing option, ADUs have become a vital part of the city's residential growth strategy. A combination of state housing reforms and local incentives has helped homeowners take the lead in producing new units.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Fact Brief: Is San Jose home to the first ever Chuck E. Cheese location? - San Jose Spotlight

Chuck E. Cheese opened its first San Jose location on May 17, 1977; Nolan Bushnell founded it after co-founding Atari and creating Pong.
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3 weeks ago

San Jose: Suspected DUI driver kills pedestrian on I-280 connector, CHP says

A suspected drunk driver lost control on a San Jose freeway connector, striking and killing a man on the shoulder; the driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
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fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Man dies after being detained by San Jose police officers

A man died after being detained by San Jose officers following a reported overdose and physical confrontation; authorities are investigating the in-custody death.
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3 weeks ago

Two tech companies find new San Jose offices for their headquarters

Netgear and Rose Batteries secured local leases in north San Jose, preserving headquarters and retaining or expanding office space to support their workforces.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

San Jose council signs off on new city attorney - San Jose Spotlight

Susana Alcala Wood was unanimously appointed San Jose city attorney and will begin on Nov. 9 with an annual salary of $390,000.
fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
3 weeks ago

Halloween, Diwali and More Silicon Valley Events

Lovers of classical music and ballet are in luck this weekend. Peter Jaffe conducts Symphony San Jose's annual Symphonic Spooktacular, featuring selections from Stephen Schwartz's Wicked, Frank Wildhorn's Jekyll & Hyde, Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, Alan Menken's Little Shop of Horrors and Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods and Sweeney Todd. Dress up in a costume or just enjoy the festive Halloween parade. $35-$115. Oct 25, 7:30pm; Oct 26, 2:30pm. California Theatre, 345 S 1st St, San Jose. symphonysanjose.org
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fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

San Jose working to be center stage for global sporting events: 'Fly here, Stay here, Play here'

San Jose will host major sporting events including Super Bowl LX and FIFA World Cup matches at Levi's Stadium, driving local economic activity and opportunities.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Inside the $1,140,000 sale of a Santa Clara County home

A 1,502-square-foot San Jose condo sold for $1,140,000 ($759/sq ft) on Sept. 5, 2025, with three bedrooms and three bathrooms.
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3 weeks ago

Free FIFA 2026 Biz Workshop: Marketing Strategies (San Jose)

Small businesses gain tools and strategies to identify, prepare for and capitalize on mega-event economic opportunities through a four-part workshop series and San Jose session.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

San Jose sees a record number of new food businesses - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose issued 933 food-business tax certificates since 2022, driving record openings concentrated downtown and in neighborhood corridors, aided by streamlined permitting and nonprofit support.
fromThesanjoseblog
3 weeks ago

Lucid Group Celebrates Grand Opening of New San Jose Studio and Service Center

Lucid Group marked a milestone yesterday with the grand opening of its first San Jose studio and service center at 250 Stockton Avenue. This facility expands the company's Bay Area presence, joining existing studios at Westfield Valley Fair Mall and in Newark, near headquarters. The event drew attention with appearances from company executives, a ribbon cutting ceremony, and demonstration drives of the Lucid Air sedan and Lucid Gravity SUV, allowing attendees to experience these electric vehicles firsthand.
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fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

Annual Micailhuitl "Dia de Muertos" (San Jose)

Community Dia de Muertos celebration at 749 Story Road, San Jose: free, 12–9 pm, Danza Azteca at 5 pm, food, altars, vendors, guest dance groups.
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4 weeks ago

San Jose: Garbage truck runs over man sleeping in alley

A man sleeping in a San Jose alley was run over and killed by a garbage truck; the driver stopped and police are investigating.
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fromThesanjoseblog
4 weeks ago

San Jose Hosts the Largest Vietnamese Community Outside Vietnam

San Jose is home to about 145,000 Vietnamese residents, the largest Vietnamese population in any single city outside of Vietnam.
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4 weeks ago

Nightmare Before Christmas Paint Party (San Jose)

"This is Halloween, this is Halloween..." but with a paintbrush twist! Step into the world of Jack and Sally at our Nightmare Before Christmas Paint Party! Date: Thursday, Oct 23, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Location: ewh Food deals & drinks available for purchase All ages welcome! Create your own spooktacular masterpiece inspired by Halloween Town. Whether you're team Pumpkin King or team Sandy Claws, this night is for you!
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fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Arrest made in East San Jose gun brandishing incident

"The adult male suspect and the adult female victim were in a verbal altercation when the suspect brandished a firearm, causing the victim to fear for her life," she said.
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4 weeks ago

Arrest made in shooting that injured one last month in San Jose

The incident happened around 12:50 a.m. on Sept. 2 in the 400 block of Minnesota Avenue, near Willow Street, San Jose police spokesperson Stacie Shih said in a news release Tuesday. Officers arrived at the scene to find evidence of a shooting but no victims, Shih said. While investigating the incident, officers located a pair of victims a man and a woman and their car, which was riddled with bullet holes, Shih said.
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4 weeks ago

Newsom signs new shopping cart law championed by San Jose politicians

SB 753 allows local governments to return abandoned shopping carts to retailers, recover retrieval costs, and increases penalties to improve cleanup and reduce impound burdens.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose metro area No. 1 in declining home building permits - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metro saw a 68% decline in building permits from July 2020 to July 2025, the largest drop among major U.S. metros.
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fromThesanjoseblog
1 month ago

Spooky Lights Live! Brings Eerie Thrills to San Jose's Theater Scene

San Jose's City Lights Theater Company stages Spooky Lights Live!, an evening of live eerie short plays, staged readings, snacks, and a costume contest.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

San Jose "Pinoytown" Historical Walking Tour (Oct. 12-26)

Hosted by The Filipino American National Historical Society FANHS-SCV , join Pinoytown San Jose Tours for a captivating walk through one of San Jose's forgotten Filipino American neighborhoods. Led by local historian Robert "Manong Robert" Ragsac, this tour brings to life the vibrant stories of Filipino pioneers who helped shape the city's multicultural heritage. You'll explore the historic streets once filled with Filipino cafés, pool halls, and community gathering spots, while learning about the resilience and contributions of early Filipino immigrants.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Large RV encampment ensnared in abatement whack-a-mole' since leaving San Jose's Columbus Park

The owners of 20 vehicles 12 of who were offered and declined both interim housing and an offer from the city to buy back their RVs have congregated at the South San Jose parking lot on Coleman Road for the past two weeks, sparking complaints from neighbors and leading San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan to admonish other elected officials and the transit agency for allowing the unsanctioned encampment without proper planning.
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