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A proposal to enhance Santa Clara County's electrical grid has raised environmental concerns, particularly regarding the potential threat it poses to wildlife in Coyote Valley. Local advocates voiced their apprehensions during a California Public Utilities Commission meeting, highlighting the risks of increased wildlife fatalities along busy roads.
Pamela Campos, an educator and advocate, is running for the San Jose City Council District 2 seat in the upcoming 2024 election. Her campaign is rooted in her personal experiences advocating for immigrant rights and addressing critical community issues like housing and childcare.
Pamela Campos, an educator turned advocate, is running for the San Jose City Council District 2 seat in the upcoming 2024 elections. Her advocacy work, rooted in her experiences fighting for immigrant rights, focuses on critical community issues such as housing and child care.
Retired sheriff's deputy Joe Lopez is running for the San Jose City Council's District 2 seat in the upcoming 2024 elections. His extensive background in public service, particularly as a bilingual hostage negotiator, has shaped his interest in city governance.
Silicon Valley voters are gearing up for a significant election in November, where they will make crucial decisions impacting local governance and representation in Washington. Key races include a historic county supervisorial election and the potential for new candidates to reshape city councils in San Jose, Santa Clara, and Cupertino. The outcomes of these elections could influence local policies and political dynamics for years to come.
San Jose officials are grappling with a contentious political struggle over the control of the Vietnamese Heritage Garden, a site of significant importance to the local Vietnamese community. The outcome of this debate could have lasting implications for the community’s representation and the park's future.
San Jose residents are expressing concerns over the outreach efforts regarding a proposed safe sleeping site for homeless individuals near Watson Park. Many neighbors feel that the city has not adequately communicated with them about the potential encampment, raising questions about the planning process and community involvement.
Sunnyvale Mayor Larry Klein and challenger Councilmember Russ Melton recently participated in a candidate forum, addressing key issues such as the city's budget, housing plans, and park renovations. The event took place on September 18, 2024, and highlighted the candidates' differing perspectives on important local matters.
The City of San José is hosting a celebration for the launch of fully electrified Caltrain service at Diridon Station on September 21, 2024. The event will feature a press conference with local leaders and festivities including vendors and food trucks. Caltrain will offer free rides throughout the weekend to mark this milestone.
San Jose officials are currently addressing a political conflict regarding the Vietnamese Heritage Garden, which is significant to the city's older Vietnamese community. The issue has escalated with state lawmakers questioning the management of the garden and access for community events following recent changes to locks and rules.