Author: David Alexander
CommunityPublic Safety
Police Arrest Seven in Two Drug Busts
September 5, 2024
Police in both Sunnyvale and Santa Clara have broken up drug dens, one resulting in six arrests and the other...
City Politics
Council Adopts Some Elements of Grand Jury’s Recommendations
September 4, 2024
The Santa Clara City Council majority still doesn’t like the contents of the civil grand jury report — or what...
City Politics
Surgical Robotics Manufacturer Alters Massive Development, Sunnyvale City Council Rejoices
September 3, 2024
A massive manufacturing development in Sunnyvale will see a few changes following a contract amendment by the Sunnyvale City Council....
City Politics
City Makes Progress on FIFA, Super Bowl Contracts
August 28, 2024
A seemingly routine informational report about two marquee events at Levi’s Stadium became a bit of a to do at...
CommunityPublic Safety
Police Bust Mail Theft Ring, but Postal Crime Still Rampant Overall
August 26, 2024
Although Santa Clara police have struck a blow to the heart of a local mail theft ring, the head of...
Community
Sunnyvale Ramps up Food Recovery in Second Year of County Program
August 24, 2024
Sunnyvale continues to participate in a countywide food recovery program aimed at meeting state mandates to reduce organic waste. The...
BusinessCity Politics
Council Candidate’s Former Employer Alleges Conspiracy
August 23, 2024
A Santa Clara City Council candidate’s former employer is accusing him of colluding with a vendor to fleece the company...
CommunitySports
Bay FC Aims to be “Authentic Citizens” Through Civic Efforts
August 22, 2024
Sporting events are more than entertainment. They are often a rallying point for the cities where they take place. They...
City Politics
Silicon Valley Power Continues to Grow
August 21, 2024
The continuing growth of Silicon Valley Power (SVP) dominated the Santa Clara City Council meeting. At its first meeting in...
City Politics
Unofficial Ethics Pledge Ignites Political Sparring Match
August 19, 2024
A former ethics consultant for Santa Clara is calling for council candidates to sign an ethics pledge. But there is...