More than 125,000 ballots cast in Santa Clara County assessor runoff ahead of deadline
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Boys basketball: Milpitas rallies to beat San Ramon Valley, stay undefeated
Pranavram Krishnan (21 points), Dylan Nguyen (20 points) lead way for Milpitas as Trojans improve...
Milpitas survey asks residents about priorities, funding
Goal is for results to be reflective of the community.
She unknowingly became addicted to fentanyl as a teenager. A first-in-the-nation program for Santa Clara County youth helped her get sober.
Other hospitals across the country have modeled their own youth opioid treatment programs after the...
California among 19 states suing over Trump’s $100,000 H-1B application fee
The lawsuit, led by Attorney General Rob Bonta, argues that the fee creates a costly...
Inside the $2,720,000 sale of a Santa Clara County home
The 2,496-square-foot property, built in 1986, was sold on Oct. 27, 2025 for $2,720,000 which...
Letters: Rishi Kumar is best pick for Assessor’s Office
Also: Parallel stories | Bad advice | Healthier democracy | New controversies | Step up....
The 10 most expensive homes sold in Milpitas the week of Nov. 3
A house that sold for $2.7 million tops the list of the most expensive residential...
2 Bay Area Powerball winners come forward to claim $1.1 million prizes
Each won $1.165 million for picking five numbers in the draw for a $1 billion...
For a transit agency on the brink, BART disruptions hit at perilous time
"When I look at this and all the incidents happening so close in time, I...
Humane Society Silicon Valley teaches pets holiday manners
Class can help dogs be merry and bright around visitors.
Milpitas resident reflects on 25 years of walks in the park
Hillcrest has been his ‘steady ground’ since he moved to the neighborhood.
Under Trump, Bay Area immigration courts deny asylum claims at soaring rates
The increase comes as federal officials fire immigration judges in the region and across the...
Despite rate hikes, study finds California home insurance costs are middle of the pack nationwide
The states with the most expensive insurance are prone to hurricanes or tornadoes.
H-1B: Federal government to check applicants’ social media, orders accounts set to ‘public’
State Department's move echoes a policy imposed earlier for student visas
South Bay city approves massive Amazon warehouse amid labor disputes
Milpitas City council cleared the way for the Amazon warehouse that would offer delivery in...
How fog built the Bay Area – and continues to shape our daily lives
For us, it is the ghostly embodiment of cold weather -- and maybe our only...
Milpitas mayor announces run for state Senate
Milpitas Mayor Carmen Montano touts her "common sense," moderate politics and decades of political experience...
Milpitas pickleball and tennis courts reopen after upgrade
Renovations include sound-dampening panels to appease neighbors.
This city has the smoothest roads in the Bay Area. Where does your city rank?
A new report finds the typical stretch of roadway in the region likely needs repairs...
South Bay restaurant cleared to reopen after meat-slamming video goes viral, restaurant speaks out
The Milpitas restaurant has passed inspection, days after it was closed following a viral video...
California renters can save $3,331 monthly vs. owning, by this math
Typical rents, according to Zillow, run $2,985 a month vs. $6,316 in monthly ownership costs.
Letters: Trump ignores state’s tragic history with offshore drilling
Also: Leadership impresses | Hurting kids | Silent GOP | Industry favored | Work for...
Man dies in custody at Elmwood Correctional Complex
The 33-year-old was found unresponsive in his housing unit at 2:56 p.m., authorities said.
Friends of the Milpitas Library’s four-day sale set for Dec. 4-7
Thursday is members only, Sunday is bargain day.
Beloved South Bay restaurant temporarily closed after viral video
While a viral video shows an employee slamming meat on the ground, the restaurant owners...
Letters: Allowing free speech at Berkeley is better than a brawl
Also: Failing students | More than talk | Disingenuous speech | Diet change | Democratic...
Milpitas kicks off holiday season Dec. 5 with two events
City hosting Cookies with Santa, tree-lighting ceremony.
Milpitas interim city manager extends stay after resignation letter, censure drama
Milpitas Interim City Manager Deanna Santana has temporarily held back on her decision to resign,...
Trump’s defense of H-1B visas in sync with Silicon Valley, sparks controversy within MAGA
Some supporters want more restrictions on the skilled work visa, others say it is still...
Santa Clara County files suit against in-home care business for alleged wage theft
The business is also accused of identity theft for allegedly confiscating a passport and bank...
Hiding in plain sight: The illegal industry that props up California’s $1.56B stolen car economy
Across the Bay Area, police are investigating suspected chop shops, third-party registration businesses and the...
Atmospheric river storm to bring Bay Area high winds, rain
Much of the region is expected to get at least an inch of rain.
Uncertainty looms in Bay Area amid possible end to government shutdown
Federal assistance arrived for Bay Area recipients last week, but the future is still up...
New ballot measure push aims to overhaul California’s landmark environmental law
Chamber of Commerce seeks to cut red tape, environmental groups vow to fight.
Newsom’s CARE Court helping fewer than expected in Bay Area
Some families are frustrated with the program's limitations in mandating mental health treatment.
Slice House opens 27th location, in Milpitas
Pizzeria’s operators have worked for the chain in Castro Valley, San Leandro.
H-1B visa: Spouses on H-4 visa face new threat
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said Friday that gaps in employment could result if visa...
Californians reluctant to buy homes – or new cars
The 2025 California sales pace for new vehicles and all homes is well off recent...
Milpitas home sells for $1.7 million
The property in the 1900 block of Shenandoah Avenue in Milpitas was sold on Sept....
As Santa Clara County’s Measure A looks like it will prevail, county officials are still bracing for health care cuts
The revenue from Measure A is projected to fill one-third of the funding gap as...
Santa Clara County assessor’s race appears headed to a runoff on Dec. 30
The special election was triggered by Larry Stone's decision to step down early.
Santa Clara County’s Measure A appears to be heading to victory
Measure A is expected to generate $330 million if passed.
Proposition 50 passes in victory for Gavin Newsom and California Democrats
Gov. Gavin Newsom pitched the measure, which gerrymanders California's U.S. House districts, as a referendum...
‘Bigger danger is the wind’: Bay Area storm to bring gusts up to 45 mph
A wind advisory by the weather service will go into effect at 10 p.m. Tuesday.
November marks start of Bay Area rainy season. A storm is arriving right on time
A coastal flooding advisory running along San Francisco and San Pablo bays starts Tuesday.
Silicon Valley Reads builds ‘Bridges to Belonging’ through books
Next year’s countywide community reading event kicks off Jan. 15.
Milpitas teen helps students with food allergies get treats, not tricks
Amari Sims spearheaded Teal Pumpkin Project at local schools, doctors’ offices.
‘Pathetic weasel’: Rishi Kumar’s campaign allegedly sent profanity-laden texts to elected official
Kumar, who is running for Santa Clara County Assessor, claims the text "could not have...
El Camino Hospital buys office site near its Mountain View medical center
El Camino Hospital has widened its South Bay holdings with the purchase of a Mountain...
Newsom ordered California agencies to close more homeless camps last year. Then sweeps declined, data shows
Camp closures by the state transportation agency fell sharply in the months after the order.
Santa Clara County will give $4.5 million to Second Harvest ahead of lapse in SNAP benefits
More than 133,000 Santa Clara County residents are expected to lose their federal food assistance...
How to help: Where the hungry can find food — and others can give — as SNAP benefits cut off
SNAP benefits are set to run out of funding Nov. 1, impacting more than half...
Single-family house in Milpitas sells for $1.7 million
The property in the 1500 block of Mount Diablo Avenue in Milpitas was sold on...
Food benefits may not reach half a million in Bay Area in November
Food stamps in the Bay Area will run out in November if the government stays...
Milpitas celebrates Dia de Muertos with 5k run, wellness fair
Event set for on Nov. 1 at Gill Memorial Park.
Bay Area food banks wrestle with taking California National Guard help
Executives at Bay Area food banks expressed concern that the presence of uniformed federal troops...
Milpitas walks back censure process for councilmember, asks for apology
Councilmember Evelyn Chua faced censure after nearly violating state law and allegedly breaching city rules,...
Santa Clara County will lose $223 million this year in Medicaid revenues as a result of federal cuts
The county is currently looking for $200 million in cost savings.
H-1B visa: Students and many foreign workers exempted from $100,000 fee
The fee was imposed via a proclamation from President Donald Trump and took effect Sept....
Milpitas councilmember set to face censure process after near-miss with Brown Act, alleged violations of city codes
Milpitas Councilmember Evelyn Chua is set to face the censure process following alleged violations of...
The five most expensive homes sold in Milpitas the week of Sept. 8
The sale of the single-family house in the 1500 block of Sonoma Drive in Milpitas...
Milpitas interim city manager resigns amid conflict with city councilmember
Documents released by the city this week showed that Interim City Manager Deanna Santana resigned...
Milpitas Assemblymember honors local Latino leaders
Awards celebrated Latino Heritage Month.
Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the week: Ricky Miramontes, Milpitas football
Miramontes kicked the game-winning field goal in Milpitas' triple-overtime win over Half Moon Bay
Bay Area organizers of Saturday’s “No Kings” protests expect biggest crowds yet
More than 140,000 protesters took part in protests in the Bay Area in June.
With help from Apple, housing trust launches $200 million Bay Area fund
The regional organization said the new financing endeavor, which the Housing Trust describes as a...
Milpitas hosts Pumpkins in the Park on Oct. 25
City’s Halloween event to be held at Cardoza Park.
Santa Clara County assessor race: Four candidates look to replace Larry Stone in November
Larry Stone stepped down in July after more than three decades in office.
Why is a decade-old red flag gun law still only seeing scattered use across California?
Santa Clara County leads the state in seeking gun-violence restraining orders, and advocates say law...
Which 10 Milpitas homes had the best prices the week of Sept. 8?
A condo in Milpitas that sold for $645,000, is the most affordable real estate sale...
California makes Diwali a state holiday starting in 2026
Starting next year, California schools can close and state employees can take the day off...
High school girls volleyball rankings, Oct. 7, 2025: Bay Area News Group Top 15
Monte Vista, Foothill make big moves, Valley Christian picks up key five-set win over St....
Where are California’s highest HOA fees?
Census databases to examine how HOA fees vary at a local level – in 30...
Milpitas Library hosts Horror Film Festival
Six movies screening on two Sundays this month.
More than half of Santa Clara County’s unhoused population is homeless for the first time
83% of those surveyed during the "point-in-time" count lived in the county before becoming homeless.
High cost of living forces Bay Area residents to delay medical procedures, having kids
Bay Area poll: Residents are adjusting their lives to compensate for the region's outsized expenses...
This bill has been hailed a ‘landmark’ victory for Bay Area YIMBYs. But it only narrowly escaped defeat
Sen. Scott Wiener’s bill survived more than a dozen amendments, two hostile committee chairs and...
H-1B visa fees, tariffs, a stake in Intel? How Silicon Valley has fared under Trump
President Trump’s policies have affected Nvidia, AMD and the rest of the tech industry differently....
Study: Text reminders to South Bay public defender clients reduced jail time from court no-shows
Researchers at Stanford, Harvard, NYU piloted automated messaging to Santa Clara County defendants and achieved...
Here’s how the government shutdown affects the Bay Area including parks, air travel
Thousands of workers are expected to go without pay.
Teen arrested, accused of shooting gun near San Jose Sikh temple and school
Police announce the arrest of a 16-year-old boy in connection with a February gunfire report...
Milpitas seeks community input on parks, trails
Online survey designed to gauge opinions on plans for city’s Innovation District.
Is it better to rent or own in California? That depends.
We created a hypothetical rent vs. buy scenario to track California housing finances over a...
H-1B visa: Trump’s changes spark bipartisan attack on Silicon Valley tech giants
The H-1B visa debate pits major tech companies and their investors, along with staffing firms...
Map: Starbucks in the Bay Area that are on the closure list
Their website says dozens of Bay Area stores will be closed as of Sunday.
Poll shows support among likely voters for Measure A
Santa Clara County's Measure A has the support of likely voters who appear to favor...
Letters: Ban on most officers’ use of masks is right move for state
Also: 'Extra help' | Birthday book | Online vitriol | Mixed legacy | Farm to...
Opponents of Measure A say taxes are already too high in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County voters will decide whether to approve a sales tax increase in November.
Santa Clara County sheriff sued over ‘onerous’ concealed-carry requirements
The plaintiffs contend high licensing and training fees as well as psych exam and political...
Town hall explores impacts of ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ on Santa Clara County
Supervisor Otto Lee hosts Sept. 18 event at Milpitas library.
Milpitas gets $2.77 million VTA grant for city’s SMART program
Funds will be used to expand ride share’s fleet, increase service hours.
Why Realtors settlement hasn’t changed agent commissions
To settle allegations of price-fixing, the National Association of Realtors agreed to new rule changes...
Trump shapes immigration gilded age with $100,000 H-1B fee
President Donald Trump took his most extensive step yet toward overhauling the US legal migration...
Four-bedroom home in Milpitas sells for $2 million
The 2,029-square-foot unit, built in 1968, was sold on Aug. 12, 2025 for $2,020,000 which...
Milpitas City Council takes step to raise pay that would double their salary
The Milpitas city council took a step forward on a two-fold pay boost kicking in...
8 bills the California Legislature approved this year, from de-masking ICE agents to AI safeguards
Only about a third of bills introduced this year were passed on to Gov. Gavin...
Santa Clara County wants to become a regional leader in the fight against ICE
The county has invested $11 million in efforts to protect immigrant communities.