A native of San Jose, Monisha Murray’s journey in the buy-and-sell world of vintage clothing began long before she opened her own storefront, Black & Brown. Over the last 21 years, the business has grown from a 2,000-square-foot startup to two side-by-side stores showcasing women’s and men’s classic clothing stretching back to the 1940s. “I...
Santa Clara County miffed at Newsom’s CARE Court criticism
Gov. Gavin Newsom said Santa Clara County needs to step up its game in treating people with severe mental health issues. County leaders and advocates disagree. At a news conference Monday, Newsom singled out the county as one of 10 that are not bringing enough people through the state-mandated CARE Court system — designed to...
East San Jose residents watch gas prices jump from Iran war
The ongoing Iran war is driving gas prices up across the U.S., including East San Jose — where residents and small business owners are carefully weighing where to fill up. Prices observed at local gas stations along Alum Rock Road ranged from as low as $4.09 per gallon up to $5.17 for regular unleaded fuel,...