The Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) has purchased 2,284 acres of Sargent Ranch to prevent a quarry operation, contributing to conservation efforts and honoring local Indigenous significance.

An underground gas line was struck on Essendon Way in San José; PG&E and SJFD responded and traffic is diverted between Avenida Espana and Middlebury Way.

The Department of Education accuses San Jose State University of Title IX violations concerning a transgender athlete on the women's volleyball team, with potential policy changes required.

A man was stabbed in South San Francisco and a suspect was arrested after an extensive investigation. The victim's injuries were non-life-threatening.

San Jose approved a $1.6M pilot to test low‑cost financing that helps small landlords retrofit vulnerable wood‑frame apartments ahead of a retrofit mandate.

Advanced Linen Service will close after a sale to Alsco, putting nearly 90 Patterson workers out of their jobs and deepening recent job losses in Stanislaus County.

A projected $2.9M hike in Saratoga's sheriff contract could leave the city with a nearly $900K shortfall for 2026‑27 as council weighs cuts and regional options.

Joby Aviation plans to raise up to $1 billion in convertible notes and stock to fund certification and expand manufacturing as it preps for commercial air‑taxi service.

A woman was fatally struck by a van in a San Jose shopping-center parking lot Tuesday morning. Police say the driver stayed and are asking witnesses to come forward.

Several cars parked outside Los Altos restaurants were broken into over the weekend; police say owners were unharmed and urge drivers to lock up valuables.

Volunteers began collecting signatures in Oakland for the Connect Bay Area campaign, which backers say could raise nearly $1 billion a year to avert steep transit cuts. Officials and unions turned out to launch the drive.

Infineon agreed to lease roughly 219,200 square feet at 6001 America Center Drive in North San Jose — a major sign that big-tech office demand is returning to the South Bay. Brokers say the campus amenities and large floor plates made the deal possible.

The Old Pro’s downtown spot reopened this week as The Pro, trading dive-bar bargains for a chef-led menu and a nod to its past.