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Dec 28, 2024 · Developer incentives. The San Jose City Council voted unanimously in June to extend the existing downtown residential high-rise program to reduce developer costs in an …

Jan 24, 2025 · Don't miss a story. Get San José Spotlight headlines delivered to your inbox. As San Jose crunches the numbers in its upcoming budget, a larger than expected shortfall looms …

Jan 23, 2025 · San Jose’s largest congregate homeless shelter serving individuals has been updated to offer more privacy for residents. The 250-bed Boccardo Reception Center on Little …

3 days ago · A West Valley high school district is changing how it elects board members to improve representation and rebuild community trust. The Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High …

6 days ago · Santa Clara County’s state-mandated housing plans have been approved — nearly two years after the deadline. The Board of Supervisors unanimously voted Tuesday to …

Jan 15, 2025 · Mama Kin, known for its live music and good eats, is closing after about two years in downtown San Jose. The restaurant, which offered Cajun appetizers and entrees along with …

Dec 27, 2024 · This year also saw the exit of one San Jose police chief and the appointment of another, along with a new police auditor.Speaking of police – Joanne Segovia, former office …

Dec 11, 2024 · Jones served as District 1 councilmember from 2014 to 2022 and as vice mayor starting in 2019. He voted for the original El Paseo de Saratoga plan, which included 150 …

Nov 22, 2024 · But the city has also faced setbacks with tiny home sites experiencing various delays. The modular homes at Branham Lane had numerous problems, including mold and …