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Feds Sign Off On $647 Million Grant to Electrify Caltrain
Federal transportation authorities announced Monday that Caltrain will get the $647 million it needs to electrify the commuter line.
Endorsement: ‘Yes’ on Measure B
The best way to bridge the gap between the promise of tomorrow’s innovation and today’s commuter crunch is to vote “yes” on Measure B.
Poll: Hillary Clinton Dominates Donald Trump in Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley voters are in favor of electing Hillary Clinton by a landslide, according to a new poll.
Just Guess Who Was the Biggest Punchline at Monday Night Live!
Jokes in the 23rd installment of San Jose’s annual political sketch-fest, Monday Night Live!, aimed squarely below the belt.
Leadership Group Releases Poll of San Jose Council Candidates
A new survey asks San Jose City Council candidates to weigh in on four issues: transportation, housing, education and the environment.
Council to Review Regional Transportation Tax Priorities
San Jose has released its wish list of projects for a 30-year half-cent sales tax measure slated for the fall ballot.
Uber, Lyft Keep It in Family with Help from the Guardinos
The Silicon Valley Leadership Group CEO and his lobbyist wife used their combined political power to help clients in the taxi-TNC fight.
Telephone Town Hall Addresses Race, Police, Public Trust
Taking a cue from PBS’ “America: After Ferguson,” county leaders are inviting the public to dial into a telephone town hall Sunday to talk about race, law enforcement and community trust.
The Importance of Healthy Food Options in Our Schools
Healthy meals equal healthy minds, and as the caretakers of young minds we have a duty to ensure that the nutritional needs of all students are being met right alongside their educational requirements.