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A local public access television show is changing the channel as a longtime political host steps away. Terry Christensen, host and executive producer of Valley Politics, retired in May after eight years leading the show on CreaTV San Jose. He’s been an expert on local politics and public policy for decades. He’s a political science...
‘We will be victorious’: Groups look to appeal San Jose gun law
In the wake of the dismissal of legal challenges against San Jose’s new laws for gun owners, pro-gun groups are doubling down on their commitment to roll back these historic efforts—in the name of their Second Amendment rights. U.S. District Judge Beth Labson Freeman dismissed claims against the city brought by two national gun rights...
‘Her heart was in service’: Former San Jose Councilmember Nancy Pyle dies
Former San Jose Councilmember Nancy Pyle died on Friday at her home. Pyle, 85, died from dementia on July 14 according to her husband, Roger. She worked for more than 25 years as a teacher in the San Jose Unified School District before running for San Jose City Council. She represented District 10 for two...
Former San Jose mayor must explain how he complied with records law
A superior court judge is ordering former San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo to explain under penalty of perjury how he searched his private emails and texts for messages related to city business in response to a lawsuit from this news organization. In a ruling issued last week, Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Thomas Kuhnle said Liccardo must...
‘Cockroaches, mold, fraying carpets’: San Jose tenants protest living conditions
A group of San Jose tenants are organizing to call out their corporate landlord for poor conditions and spiked rents across several low-income apartment complexes. The KDF Tenants Association represents more than 1,000 residents from four different affordable complexes in San Jose, which are owned by Newport Beach-based KDF Communities. Tenants picketed outside Orchard Glen Apartments...
San Jose leaders resist state bill targeting casinos
As a bill that could open card rooms up to new legal scrutiny makes its way through the state Legislature, San Jose officials aren’t willing to accept the hand they’ve been dealt. The city is strongly opposing Senate Bill 549, a measure that would allow tribes to sue card rooms over the games they offer....
These historic San Jose buildings are at risk
Historic buildings facing redevelopment in San Jose reflect a growing divide between preservationists and city leaders, as critics say the push for development often leads to neglect of older structures. The Preservation Action Council of San Jose released its second annual list of eight endangered buildings last month. The list highlights renowned buildings such as...
The first six months: San Jose Vice Mayor Rosemary Kamei
Editor’s Note: This article is part of a San José Spotlight series examining the newest San Jose councilmembers and their first six months in office. She’s been called a connector, collaborator and bridge builder. In a city frequently divided by two political factions, San Jose Vice Mayor Rosemary Kamei finds common ground. The West San Jose councilmember...
The Biz Beat: San Jose deli serves up more than just cold cuts
It’s easy to drive by Sandwich Mill Deli and Catering in San Jose without noticing its small side street location off Kooser Road—but once you find it, the odds are good that you’re going to remember it. “It is all in the taste,” co-owner Albert Rodriquez told San José Spotlight. “People who grew up eating...
The first six months: San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan
Editor’s Note: This article is part of a San José Spotlight series examining the newest San Jose councilmembers and their first six months in office. Fresh off a contentious debate over housing funds that ended in his first big political compromise, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is still optimistic about achieving core campaign promises of...