Op-ed

Op-ed

Pendyala: Why San Jose State University deserves a UC future

In a time when higher education is being increasingly threatened by federal budget cuts and other policies, the state government should do all it can to bolster it. San Jose State University is now officially recognized as a national research university with an R2 designation awarded by the Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education. SJSU’s research expenditure is $83.4...

Santos: Valley Water takes first step to address impacts of waterway encampments

Valley Water’s mission is to provide Silicon Valley with safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy. To help achieve this mission, we are committed to protecting water quality and the environment from harmful activities. In recent years, there has been an increase in encampments along creeks, waterways and lands owned or managed...

Neil: The future of Stevens Creek Boulevard is in trouble, but it’s fixable

Stevens Creek Boulevard is one of Santa Clara County’s most important corridors. The boulevard hosts major schools, job centers, retail hubs and housing. Some of its biggest destinations include De Anza College, Main Street Cupertino, Santana Row, Westfield Valley Fair and the western edge of downtown San Jose. After years of hard work from employees...