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Former Valley Water CEO sexually harassed employees, report says

The head of Santa Clara County’s largest water supplier sexually harassed subordinate employees, according to independent investigators looking...

Palo Alto may end ride-share program amid bleak budget outlook

It’s been a year of change and uncertainly for Palo Alto Link, the ride-share service that the city...

Larger Whole Foods to open in Los Gatos

A new Whole Foods Market is about to open in Los Gatos, with amenities that include a spacious...

‘Willow Glen has lost part of its soul’ with deli owner’s death

Chris Bertucelli’s warm welcome and gracious smile made every customer feel like a friend. His sudden death last...

Mountain View streamlines zoning rules to attract small businesses

Looking to fill vacant storefronts, Mountain View is implementing a number of zoning changes to make it easier for small...

Out-of-state police access Silicon Valley license plate readers

The company behind a network of automated license plate reading cameras is losing its public safety contracts across...

Latest Opinion

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Higgins: San Jose students deserve evidence-based decisions

San Jose Unified School District’s “Schools of Tomorrow” initiative proposes closing up to nine elementary schools that act as community hubs for generations of San Jose residents. As a district parent, I am following the initiative with concern and frustration. It is framed as a process to create ideal schools to develop “the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow,” but the link between the proposed school closures and this vision has not been communicated clearly nor substantiated by the district. At recent Schools of Tomorrow Implementation Committee (STIC) meetings, parents, students and community members requested greater transparency. They expressed deep...

The Podlight

How San Jose is betting on big games

From the Super Bowl to future global sporting events, San Jose is positioning itself for an economic surge. Reporter Keith Menconi explores the strategy, the stakes and what success would really look like for the South Bay.