Santa Clara County launched "One County One Future," a campaign supporting local immigrants through resources and services, despite federal threats, investing $5.9 million annually plus an additional $5 million this year.

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan proposes a controversial "Responsibility to Shelter" plan that may lead to the arrest of homeless individuals repeatedly refusing shelter offers, igniting backlash from advocates.

Santa Clara County reported its first carfentanil-related death; officials warn of the opioid's potency and the risks of counterfeit pills. The county is raising awareness and offering resources like free naloxone.

Elmwood Correctional Complex completes phase one of its Camp Realignment Initiative to enhance security and rehabilitation programs, responding to increased facility violence.

San Jose opens its largest safe parking site at Berryessa Road, providing secure parking and resources for homeless individuals with lived-in vehicles.

San Mateo County launched an online "Tsunami Hazard Area Dashboard" to improve emergency preparedness and encourage residents to understand tsunami risks and make emergency kits.

Santa Clara Valley Healthcare maintains critical lab work amid a labor strike by clinical lab scientists and health professionals, with some services affected and negotiations ongoing.

The article describes Farmworker Awareness Week in San Mateo County, events to honor agricultural workers, and highlights their contributions and struggles. Supervisor Mueller emphasizes solidarity with farmworkers during harsh times.

The Santa Clara County Office of Education faces budget cuts due to a frozen federal grant, resulting in hundreds of layoffs, impacting the Head Start program and prompting educators and unions to seek support.

Mediation failed to end the VTA and ATU Local 265 strike, leaving 100,000 riders affected as the union fights for better contract terms, despite a VTA lawsuit over the no-strike clause.

Meta Platforms obtained an injunction to prevent ex-director Sarah Wynn-Williams from promoting her memoir, which makes allegations against the company.

Huddart Park is closed this weekend for search and rescue drills by the Bay Area Mountain Rescue Unit, with training running March 7-9, 2025, and Park reopening by noon Sunday.

San Mateo Police to hold a DUI checkpoint on March 7, 2025, to deter impaired driving at a high-crash location, with fines hitting $13,500 for offenders.