Beyla McIntosh (1947 – 2025)

Remembering Santa Clara resident Beyla McIntosh, who passed away on May 29 at the age of 77.

Beyla McIntosh passed away quietly in her home on May 29, 2025 at the age of 77. She is survived by her spouse of 54 years, Rex McIntosh, her siblings Rebeca and Cipriano, son William, daughter Kathryn, and son Timothy, and five grandchildren Emma, Oliver, Noah, Billy and Elizabeth. She is preceded in death by … Read more

Bay Area Host Committee Kicks Off Local Procurement for Super Bowl LX

The Bay Area Host Committee has launched its program to get as many local businesses as possible involved in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium in 2026.

The official Super Bowl LX procurement program, Super Bowl LX Source, kicked off last month in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC), San Francisco 49ers and NFL announced last month. The program offers opportunities for local and diverse businesses across production and professional services, according to a BAHC press release. … Read more

State Assembly District 26 Candidates Weigh In on Local, California Issues

District 26 assembly candidates Patrick Ahrens and Tara Sreekrishnan talk about the biggest issues facing their district and its residents.

The Weekly submitted the following questions to candidates for state Assembly District 26, Patrick Ahrens and Tara Sreekrishnan, both running to replace Assembly Member Alex Lee, who is running for a U.S. congressional seat. Below are the answers The Weekly received from the candidates, and we present them verbatim and in alphabetical order. What are … Read more

Sunnyvale’s Lone District 4 Candidate Addresses Voters 

Sunnyvale District 4 candidate Charlsie Chang talks about her vision for her neighborhood and what she'd like to see happen in the rest of the city.

On Sept. 9, The Weekly sent questions to candidates for public office in Sunnyvale. Candidates had until Sept. 24 to respond to the questionnaire. Below are the responses provided by unopposed District 4 candidate Charlsie Chang. Responses are presented verbatim. What are the most important concerns of the residents in your district? Chang: The top … Read more

Trio Of Sunnyvale District 6 Candidates Illuminate Platforms

Sunnyvale District 6 candidates for council Eileen Le, Beverly Blau and Richard Lesher talk about the biggest issues facing residents.

On Sept. 9, The Weekly sent questions to candidates for public office in Sunnyvale. Candidates had until Sept. 24 to respond to the questionnaire. Below are the responses provided by District 6 candidates Eileen Le, Beverly Blau and Richard Lesher. Responses are presented verbatim. What are the most important concerns of the residents in your … Read more

Amid Silence From Opponents, Vice Mayor Addresses District 6 Concerns

Santa Clara's City Council incumbent Anthony Becker addresses resident concerns as opponents Kelly Cox & George Guerra stay silent.

On Aug. 30, The Weekly submitted the following questions to District 6 candidates — Anthony Becker, the incumbent, and challengers George Guerra and Kelly Cox. Candidates had until Sept. 13 to reply. Below are the answers The Weekly received from Becker. Cox and Guerra did not reply. Answers are presented verbatim. What are the biggest … Read more

Sunnyvale Council Colleagues Vie For Mayoral Title

The race to become Sunnyvale's mayor is a choice between incumbent Larry Klein and Council Member Russ Melton. 2024 election.

On Sept. 9, The Weekly sent questions to candidates for public office in Sunnyvale. Candidates had until Sept. 24 to respond to the questionnaire. Below are the responses provided by Sunnyvale Mayor Larry Klein and his challenger, Council Member Russ Melton. Responses are presented verbatim. What are the most important concerns of the residents in … Read more

Sunnyvale District 2 Challenger Details Platform Amid Opponent’s Silence

Sunnyvale City Council candidate Jim Davis talks about housing, charter changes and issues affecting his home district, district 2.

On Sept. 9, The Weekly sent questions to candidates for public office in Sunnyvale. Candidates had until Sept. 24 to respond to the questionnaire. Below are the responses provided by District 2 candidate Jim Davis. His opponent, incumbent Alysa Cisneros, did not respond to multiple emails soliciting her responses. Responses are presented verbatim. What are … Read more

Deja Vu in District 4: Incumbent Faces Off Against Opponent with Roles Reversed

Santa Clara City Council candidate Kevin Park talks about his vision for District 4. Opponent Teresa O'Neill did not have time to reply.

On Aug. 30, The Weekly submitted the following questions to District 4 candidates — Kevin Park, the incumbent, and challenger Teresa O’Neill. Candidates had until Sept. 13 to reply. Below are the answers The Weekly received from Park. O’Neill, who Park unseated to get on the council, replied that she was “swamped with campaign requirements” … Read more

District 1 Candidates: School Board Trustee and Second-Time Candidate Weigh in on District 1 Issues

Santa Clara City Council District 1 candidates Harbir Bhatia and Albert Gonzalez outline their visions for the City of Santa Clara.

On Aug. 30, The Weekly submitted the following questions to District 1 candidates — Albert Gonzalez, Harbir Bhatia and Satish Chandra. Candidates had until Sept. 13 to reply. Below are the answers The Weekly received from Bhatia and Gonzalez. Chandra did not respond. Answers are presented verbatim. What are the biggest resident concerns in your … Read more