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San Jose: The Bay Area’s first Burger Pit opened in 1953. The last one is closing Tuesday
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Quick Glance: San Jose: The End of Iconic Burger Pit After 71 Years
  • Paul Berger, the aptly named owner, closed the last Burger Pit location in San Jose after a surge of customers present until the closure on April 23, 2024.

  • The Burger Pit chain, originally founded in the 1950s by Albert Berger, will come to an end with the closing of the last location in the South Bay area.

  • Owner Berger, who upheld his father's philosophy of good food at reasonable prices, will close the business after 71 years and take the popular chili recipe to the grave.

  • Despite the nostalgic feel and popular dishes of Burger Pit, customers will primarily miss the conviviality as they bid farewell to long-time staff and the historic location.
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Big San Jose manufacturing and industrial project pushes forward: A big manufacturing and industrial complex in San Jose that could accommodate hundreds of jobs ...
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Big San Jose manufacturing and industrial project pushes forward
Quick Glance: Major San Jose Manufacturing and Industrial Project Progresses
  • A large manufacturing and industrial complex in San Jose, potentially accommodating hundreds of jobs, is planned for vacant land in San Jose.

  • The project is set to be built at 865 Embedded Way in San Jose, on a 10.2-acre site, as indicated by city planning documents.

  • Development plans include an 'industrial manufacturing building' totaling about 121,400 square feet, based on records at San Jose City Hall.

  • The project site is located east of U.S. Highway 101 between the freeway interchanges with Hellyer Avenue and Silver Creek Valley Road.
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Elon Musk and Tesla: Is the CEO’s controversial behavior responsible for company’s struggles?
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and Tesla: Influence of CEO's divisive behavior on company's challenges
  • The wealthiest individual globally freely voices his opinions, often sparking debate.

  • Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, has attacked U.S. election integrity, embraced White-supremacist propaganda, and accused President Joe Biden of treason.

  • Experts suggest that Musk's conduct may deter potential customers, but larger issues impact his company. With growing competition in the electric vehicle market, his polarizing personality could lead to more significant long-term damage.

  • While Musk may be damaging Tesla’s image with some consumers, the primary focus remains on the product and its dependability. Many consumers do not base their purchasing decisions on the political views of the company's leader.
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Saying goodbye to the Burger Pit, another classic San Jose joint: As the last restaurant of the once-large chain closes its doors after 71 years ...
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Saying goodbye to the Burger Pit, another classic San Jose joint
Quick Glance: Farewell to Burger Pit: A Final Day of Memories
  • Kevin Ashford arrived at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, the first in line for the Burger Pit's last day on Blossom Hill Road.

  • The Burger Pit, the last location of the iconic South Bay chain, ran out of takeout containers, milkshakes, and phone service on Monday.

  • Over 30 people had gathered in line by 11 a.m., an hour before the final opening, eager to witness the depletion of supplies.

  • Memories made at family restaurants like these are not listed next to steaks, salads, and burgers on the menu. They are the true main courses.
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David Quinn fired as Sharks’ head coach after two seasons: NHL: David Quinn fired as coach by the San Jose Sharks; Ray Tufts is also out
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David Quinn fired as Sharks’ head coach after two seasons
Quick Glance: San Jose Sharks Fire David Quinn After Two-Season Tenure as Head Coach
  • San Jose - Feeling that his team needed a new voice as it transitions into another phase of its rebuild, San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier fired his friend, David Quinn, as head coach on Wednesday after just his second season.

  • An emotional Grier stated that he finalized his decision to dismiss Quinn late Tuesday night. Recently, Grier met with players and others in the organization to discuss the Sharks' future needs following their NHL-worst record this season.

  • Grier also revealed that assistant coaches Scott Gordon, Brian Wiseman, Ryan Warsofsky, and goaltending coach Thomas Speer are still part of the organization but are free to explore other opportunities. The incoming replacement for Quinn will have the authority to decide whether to retain these coaches.

  • At present, Grier indicated that no other significant organizational changes are under consideration, stating that 'there's probably some other things that need to be reviewed. But that’s what we had to take care of right now.'
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Quick Glance: The Advantage of Gen Z in the Real Estate Market
  • Research indicates that Gen Z performs better in the real estate market compared to the previous Millennials.

  • On average, Gen Z-ers will spend approximately $145,000 on rent by their 30th birthdays, while millennials spent $127,000 during the same life stage.

  • The share of income required for housing is around 27 percent for both generations, with Gen Z earning slightly more.

  • Overall, housing costs for Gen Z owners are lower than for millennials, with Gen Z owners only needing to allocate about 30 percent of their income towards housing.
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SunPower details Bay Area job cuts, will slash more than 100 jobs in region: SunPower has decided to chop 100-plus Bay Area jobs, marking the company's move ...
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Quick Glance: Major Workforce Reduction at California Solar Company
  • SunPower Corporation is planning to reduce more than a quarter of its workforce to address a prolonged downturn in rooftop solar energy.

  • The closure of residential solar installation sites and the discontinuation of the direct sales unit are part of a shift to a low fixed-cost model, as mentioned by SunPower's CEO Tom Werner in an employee memo on the company's website.

  • The announcement comes a day after SunPower stated the need to reassess financial results spanning nearly two years, adding to a series of challenging developments for the pioneering solar industry leader.

  • The rooftop solar energy industry is facing difficulties due to high interest rates increasing the cost of solar panel installations, and California, the largest solar market, has reduced payments to households and businesses selling excess solar energy back to the grid, significantly impacting the industry.
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Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez shooting trial start date set by judge: The trial date for Cain Velasquez, a former mixed-martial arts champion charged with ...
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Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez shooting trial start date set by judge
Quick Glance: Former UFC Champion Cain Velasquez Shooting Trial Start Date Set
  • The trial for Cain Velasquez, the former mixed-martial arts champion charged with attempting to kill a man accused of molesting his child and instead shooting the man's stepfather after a lengthy South Bay car chase, is scheduled to start on September 9, as ruled by a judge on Wednesday.

  • Judge Elizabeth Peterson also scheduled a pre-trial hearing for June 26 to determine the readiness of the prosecution and defense for the trial in September.

  • Velasquez has been out of jail custody since November 2022, participating in wrestling and mixed-martial arts events in California and Arizona under release terms allowing court-approved travel for work.

  • Velasquez, facing potential life imprisonment, is accused of shooting at Harry Goularte Jr. at least twice while he was traveling with his mother and stepfather from Morgan Hill to San Jose on February 28, 2022, to be fitted for an ankle monitor at a county office.
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San Jose man who went missing on hike is found dead at ocean’s edge: A San Jose man who had become separated from his wife on a trail was found dead by another ...
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San Jose man who went missing on hike is found dead at ocean’s edge
Quick Glance: Tragic Outcome for Missing San Jose Hiker
  • A man from San Jose, who got separated from his wife on a hiking trail, was tragically found deceased by another hiker, as reported by emergency officials in Oregon.

  • Richard Ehrhart, aged 69, went missing on the afternoon of April 21 while exploring a coastal trail near Natural Bridges, located north of Brookings, according to a report from the Curry County Sheriff’s Office.

  • Upon being unable to locate Ehrhart, his wife returned to their vehicle to wait for him, as she later informed the authorities.

  • Around the time of 2:35 p.m., an individual contacted the Brookings police after spotting a person lying motionless on the rocks beneath the trail. A rescue team descended 300 feet down the steep slope and found Ehrhart's body. A chaplain was requested for his wife.
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Sharks analysis: Who will return next season, and who might be done?: NHL: San Jose Sharks GM Mike Grier to examine everything after a forgettable 19-win season
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Sharks analysis: Who will return next season, and who might be done?
Quick Glance: Sharks considering coaching change after disappointing season
  • After a disappointing season with less than 20 wins and finishing last in the NHL standings, General Manager Mike Grier is not ruling out potential changes for the San Jose Sharks.

  • Despite trading high-profile players like Timo Meier and Erik Karlsson, dealing with injuries to key players, and poor performance throughout the season, Grier does not completely dismiss speculations about a coaching change.

  • Coach David Quinn, holding a weak record of 41-98-25, highlighted the challenges of the season and praised the team's morale strength in light of the circumstances.

  • With significant cap space for the next season, Grier plans to acquire faster and more aggressive players to enhance the team's performance and prevent a repeat of the disappointing season.
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San Jose installs new license plate reader in East San Jose to curb crime: Although ALPR technology is increasingly popular among Bay Area city officials ...
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San Jose installs new license plate reader in East San Jose to curb crime
Quick Glance: San Jose Implements New Measures to Combat Crime
  • Mayor Matt Mahan assisted in installing a new automatic license plate reader camera at the corner of King Road and Wilshire Boulevard to monitor the neighborhood.

  • The use of ALPR technology in the city has aided in the arrest of around 200 suspects and recovery of stolen vehicles worth $2 million in the past.

  • Funding for the city's network of Flock cameras came from a mix of the city's general fund, allocations from last year's budget, and a grant for combating organized retail theft.

  • Despite the increasing popularity of ALPR technology among Bay Area city officials, privacy advocates remain concerned about storing data for a year in San Jose, heightening the risk of information exposure in a data breach.
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Branham athletic director saga takes another turn at latest school board meeting: Landon Jacobs named Branham’s teacher of the year by his peers hours after ...
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Branham athletic director saga takes another turn at latest school board ...
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List: Where to find cheap gas in the South Bay right now: Many drivers are willing to go the extra mile to find a cheaper tank of gas (think Costco).
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List: Where to find cheap gas in the South Bay right now
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Bay Area condo war widens after $1 million units sell for just $32,000: The developer’s lawsuit contends that the units in the downtown tower are worth more than ...
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Bay Area condo war widens after $1 million units sell for just $32,000
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San Jose: West Coast Sourdough coming to Willow Glen: Sandwich-soup-salad shop's first South Bay location already open on Coleman
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San Jose: West Coast Sourdough coming to Willow Glen
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After loss, San Jose Sharks will finish as NHL’s last place team: Loss to Minnesota Wild ensures San Jose Sharks will have a 25.5 percent chance of winning NHL ...
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After loss, San Jose Sharks will finish as NHL’s last place team
Quick Glance: San Jose Sharks Positioned Last in NHL at Season End
  • The San Jose Sharks completed their final home game of the season on Saturday, resulting as expected based on the past two seasons.

  • Two goals by Kirill Kaprizov in just 47 seconds late in the second period transformed a tight game into another home defeat. The Minnesota Wild triumphed 6-2 before a full crowd of 17,435 on Fan Appreciation Night at SAP Center.

  • A silver lining is that the Sharks are now confirmed in 32nd and final place in the NHL standings, holding a 25.5% chance of winning the NHL draft lottery next month.

  • Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood made 32 saves and faced minimal support from the skaters in front. With 212 goals conceded during 5-on-5 play, the Sharks currently rank at the bottom of the NHL.
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With a baby due in July, a South Bay couple searches for their first home. What could $1.5 million buy?
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Quick Glance: A South Bay Couple's Journey to Find Their First Home Amid Expecting a Baby
  • Nishant Singh and Apeqsha Dudani decided to purchase a $1.5 million home in the Bay Area upon learning they are expecting a daughter in July. Despite high interest rates and fierce market competition, their budget ranged between $1.3 and $1.5 million.

  • Prioritizing a single-family home with at least three bedrooms and space for parental visits in a good school district, they opted for a $1,339,000 house in South San Jose after considering various options in San Jose and Fremont.

  • Although initially aiming not to spend more than $1.5 million, an offer of $1.625 million allowed them to secure the house. Despite the higher price, they achieved a $1,200 monthly savings on the mortgage and look forward to preparing their new home for their daughter.

  • Two weeks after moving in, they are still adjusting to homeownership and plan to prepare the house for their daughter. Despite initial concerns about distance from friends, they are excited to host events and gatherings, including a baby shower in June.
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San Jose Sharks have best NHL draft lottery odds after historically bad season: The San Jose Sharks have the best NHL draft lottery odds, with Macklin Celebrini ...
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Tesla layoffs draw suit claiming not enough warning for California workers: Tesla “acted intentionally and with deliberate indifference and conscious disregard ...
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Tesla layoffs draw suit claiming not enough warning for California workers
Quick Glance: Legal Action Taken Against Tesla for Inadequate Warning in Employee Layoffs
  • A former employee filed a lawsuit against Tesla Inc., alleging that the company's decision to lay off about 10% of its global workforce violated the law by not providing the required advance notice.

  • The lawsuit claims that Tesla acted intentionally and with conscious disregard for the rights of its employees by failing to provide a 60-day warning as mandated by California law.

  • In a recent communication to staff, CEO Elon Musk of Tesla disclosed the job cuts, mentioning reasons such as role duplication and the imperative to cut costs.

  • Following the layoffs of over 500 employees at its battery factory near Reno, Nevada, in 2022, Tesla encountered similar accusations. A ruling moved the dispute from federal court in Austin, Texas, to arbitration.
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Buyers grab downtown San Jose condos in foreclosure auction with winning bids up to $32,300
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Quick Glance: Buyers Secure San Jose Downtown Condos at Foreclosure Auction with Bids up to $32,300
  • Potential buyers gathered for an auction to acquire ten condominiums in a residential building in downtown San Jose constructed by a developer facing challenges, despite legal processes aiming to postpone the foreclosure and sale.

  • Following the delinquency of Z&L Properties in paying the HOA maintenance fees for the ten condominiums, the association for the dual-tower complex organized the auction.

  • Despite the issuance of a temporary restraining order by Santa Clara County Superior Court Helen Williams on April 2, the auction activities continued outside the courthouse, leading to an unexpected and thrilling sequence of events.

  • Z&L Properties has a 90-day window to reclaim ownership of the recently sold units if the outstanding fees, fines, and interests for each condominium are settled. Nevertheless, the purchasers of the nine units paid a remarkable fraction of the expected price for residential properties in a high-rise building in the Bay Area.
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The Sharks have loads of cap space. Here’s how they’ll spend that money: NHL: San Jose Sharks intend to be better next season, but how will they get there?
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The Sharks have loads of cap space. Here’s how they’ll spend that money
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2024 NHL mock draft roundup: San Jose locked in with top prospect Macklin Celebrini
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2024 NHL mock draft roundup: San Jose locked in with top prospect Macklin ...
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High-profile venue will close doors in fresh jolt to downtown San Jose: A high-profile downtown San Jose venue, weighed down by a sour California business ...
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High-profile venue will close doors in fresh jolt to downtown San Jose
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Mixed-use downtown San Jose housing tower may sprout on retail site: A highrise being eyed in downtown San Jose could sprout on part of a retail center site and ...
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Mixed-use downtown San Jose housing tower may sprout on retail site
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Local TV Cameras Capture Passerby’s Fight With California Mayor’s Security Detail
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Big San Jose apartment project lands key piece of real estate funding: A big San Jose apartment project that could sprout in downtown San Jose has landed interim ...
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Big San Jose apartment project lands key piece of real estate funding
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Don’t expect Camino Brewing space to be empty for very long: The owner of the downtown San Jose building hopes to have a "reinvention" of the location ...
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Don’t expect Camino Brewing space to be empty for very long
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Fast-growing fintech Acrisure launches San Jose office at Santana Row: Acrisure has moved into its new office building at Santana Row in San Jose ...
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Fast-growing fintech Acrisure launches San Jose office at Santana Row
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San Jose bans homeless encampments near schools, limits overnight RV parking: The capital of Silicon Valley is limiting where homeless encampments can go in San ...
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Quick Glance: San Jose Implements Laws to Regulate Homeless Population
  • San Jose's city leaders have passed two new laws this week to ban encampments near schools and impose new restrictions on RV parking.

  • The laws aim to ensure the safety of students and families on the city streets, where 4,411 unsheltered residents live.

  • Homeless advocates express concerns that these laws may lead to broader restrictions on where homeless individuals can reside.

  • The city reiterates its commitment to creating safe parking sites and interim housing for the homeless population to address the issue effectively.
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Sharks player attends Oilers game, wearing his old Edmonton jersey on his shoulders
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Navarro, Rapids beat Earthquakes 3-0, sending San Jose to its third straight loss
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Navarro, Rapids beat Earthquakes 3-0, sending San Jose to its third ...
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20+ Ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the Bay Area: Here's a full roundup of all the local Cinco de Mayo festivities, parades and celebrations you can ...
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20+ Ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the Bay Area
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Earthquakes sign midfielder Hernán López, Maradona’s great-nephew, for record transfer fee
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Earthquakes sign midfielder Hernán López, Maradona’s great-nephew ...
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Viva CalleSJ returns with Earth Day edition this weekend: The Santa Clara County Fairgrounds will be buzzing with activities — from BMX stunt riders to dinosaurs ...
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Viva CalleSJ returns with Earth Day edition this weekend
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Lawsuit: Arrested Leigh teacher forced student to have abortion: A woman whose sexual assault allegations against a longtime Leigh High School teacher led to his ...
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Lawsuit: Arrested Leigh teacher forced student to have abortion
Quick Glance: Allegation: Arrested Teacher Coerced Student to Abort
  • Shawn Renee Thomas, 56, of Los Gatos, was arrested in March 2024 on suspicion of engaging in a sexual relationship with a student while serving as a teacher at Leigh High School in San Jose in the early 2000s. In a recent lawsuit, the accuser alleges that he compelled her to terminate a pregnancy that arose from their illicit sexual connection.

  • The plaintiff, identified as Jane Doe in legal documents, claims that she found herself pregnant in 2003 at the age of 15 and Shawn Thomas insisted on her undergoing an abortion. This detail is outlined in the lawsuit filed against Thomas and the Campbell Union High School District.

  • Furthermore, Doe asserts that Thomas' wife, who was a dean at the school during the events, nearly caught them engaging in sexual activity in a classroom. Upon informing Sarah Thomas about her pregnancy later on, the lawsuit states that the dean shifted blame onto her, and no report of her husband's sexual misconduct suspicions was made to authorities by anyone at the school.

  • The accuser brought the abuse allegations to the attention of the San Jose police in early March, triggering an investigation that led to Thomas' arrest on March 22. Charges of rape, sexual penetration of a minor, and five counts of lewd and lascivious acts on a minor have been pressed against him.
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San Jose nursing home evacuated as firefighters battle nearby blaze: A fire broke out in unoccupied building in downtown San Jose early Saturday morning
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San Jose nursing home evacuated as firefighters battle nearby blaze
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Audit: San Jose failed to adequately track $300 million in homelessness spending: The audit, released this week by the California State Auditor ...
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Audit: San Jose failed to adequately track $300 million in homelessness ...
Quick Glance: Audit: Lack of Transparency in Tracking Homelessness Spending in San Jose
  • A recently released state audit revealed that over the past three years, San Jose has not consistently reported on the expenditure of over $300 million to combat homelessness. This raises doubts about whether the money is actually contributing to alleviating the crisis.

  • The report also found that San Jose lacks clear goals for its homelessness programs and does not have a cohesive plan for building the necessary affordable housing for the estimated 6,340 homeless residents.

  • Auditors presented a series of recommendations for San Jose to implement by September, including public reporting on homelessness spending, developing a response plan with specific goals, and monitoring the performance of nonprofit service providers.

  • Despite some disputes over the findings, the city has already started implementing many of the audit's recommendations. Mayor Matt Mahan emphasized the importance of setting goals, measuring results, and being accountable for outcomes.
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Sharks’ Couture on what makes his injury so tough, and his future in San Jose: NHL: San Jose Sharks captain Logan Couture is hopeful he can be ready for the ...
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Sharks’ Couture on what makes his injury so tough, and his future in San ...
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8 California cities land on list of best US spots to own EVs. Where did Sacramento rank?
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8 California cities land on list of best US spots to own EVs ...
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Lotto jackpot winning ticket sold at San Jose business: The Fantasy 5 lottery game jackpot ticket was sold Monday night in San Jose.
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Lotto jackpot winning ticket sold at San Jose business
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California failed to track how billions are spent to combat homelessness programs, audit finds
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Quick Glance: California's Lack of Oversight on Billions for Homelessness Programs: State Audit
  • A new state audit report criticizes California for failing to track the effectiveness of its billion-dollar spending on homelessness programs.

  • California is faulted for not taking enough measures to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of its homelessness programs.

  • The audit revealed that two programs, including the Homekey program by the Department of Housing and Community Development and the CalWORKs Housing Support Program by the California Department of Social Services, appear cost-effective.

  • The audit calls for improved data collection and public reporting of the costs and outcomes of homelessness programs in California.
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Sharks update: A check on leadership; NHL history will be made vs. Flames: NHL: San Jose Sharks coach David Quinn feels team has strong leadership as ...
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Sharks update: A check on leadership; NHL history will be made vs. Flames
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Affordable San Jose homes may rise at Willow Glen restaurant site: Nearly 100 affordable homes could replace a shuttered restaurant perched on the site of the ...
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Affordable San Jose homes may rise at Willow Glen restaurant site
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San Jose historian looking for the real Anne Darling. Have you seen her?: Anne Darling has a school, a street, a shopping center and even a San Jose neighborhood ...
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San Jose historian looking for the real Anne Darling. Have you seen her?
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Big affordable housing project in San Jose could boost micro economy: The development of several hundred affordable homes on empty land in San Jose could help ...
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Quick Glance: Large affordable housing initiative in San Jose to bolster the local economy
  • Developing several hundred affordable homes on vacant land in San Jose could stimulate economic activity in the region, real estate executives suggest.

  • Initially, plans included restaurants, shops, two hotels, and the Topgolf complex, but only Topgolf materialized.

  • The latest proposal for the 3.2-acre 7 Topgolf Drive site outlines 780 residences, all of which are affordable apartments.

  • The residences in the proposed affordable housing complex would be distributed among eight buildings, with one building featuring retail space on the ground level.
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