The tragic death of Alex Albetria, a 63-year-old San Jose senior care worker, has been ruled a homicide by the Santa Clara County Coroner's Office. Five months after the incident, it has been revealed that Albetria passed away after valiantly assisting his colleagues in subduing an intruder who had trespassed into the facility and attacked staff members.

World-renowned chef José Andrés' plans to open a restaurant at Stanford Shopping Center are at risk due to the City of Palo Alto's gas ban, with the property owner mulling legal action against the city.

As Assembly Bill 1227 moves through the state senate, Santa Clara County could soon be one step closer to adopting ranked choice voting. See how this voting method could potentially benefit voters, as well as the potential drawbacks that come with its implementation.

The Mercury News is seeking greater transparency as it alleges the city withheld investigation records relating to the Pink Poodle strip club incident involving firefighters and an employee of the strip club.

As San Jose faces a critical police staffing shortage, the city proposes measures and increased funding in hopes of improving recruitment and response times, which have worsened in recent years.

The Facchino family's proposed development plan for San Jose's Berryessa district is set to bring a major transformation to the area. See how this plan could reshape the urban landscape and promote walkable, transit-oriented neighborhoods.

A Palo Alto city employee's salary was nearly $500,000 last year. San Francisco had 30 in this range, with 10 surpassing $500k per year in total salary.

As the opioid crisis rages on, universities and communities adopt unique measures such as free Narcan vending machines to provide critical lifesaving resources and foster a proactive approach to combat the epidemic.

Amidst challenging macroeconomic climate and tech industry layoffs, LinkedIn plans to shut its InCareer app in China and cut 716 jobs, following the continued trend of layoffs across the industry.

Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick's CloudKitchens project is making strides in San Jose as signs for a food hall have emerged on the historic Odd Fellows Building. The project aims to repurpose the space, with plans for 26 kitchens, a 1,000-square-foot dine-in restaurant, and a coffee bar.

While many California cities experienced a decline in population, Santa Clara stands out with an increase in population. LinkedIn data suggests that San Francisco may be beginning to change course, too.

While one might assume that this region dominated by tech giants and startups is home to an ever-increasing number of vegetarians and vegans, the enduring love for a perfectly cooked steak remains strong among denizens of the Valley.

A Palo Alto massage therapist has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a client, raising concerns about safety in the industry.