Author: David Alexander
City Politics
Day 6 Becker Perjury Trial: Prosecution Enters Becker’s Grand Jury Testimony
November 16, 2024
On day six of Santa Clara Vice Mayor Anthony Becker’s perjury trial, the jury got to hear testimony from him...
City Politics
Day 5 Becker Perjury Trial: Damage Control And Campaign Financing
November 14, 2024
Another public relations person for the San Francisco 49ers and the treasurer for its independent campaign committee testified for the...
City Politics
New Transmission Line Will Fuel SVP Growth
November 13, 2024
Santa Clara will construct a power transmission line despite resident concerns that its emissions cause negative health impacts. In early...
Community
Santa Clara Teen’s Suicide Shines A Light On Mental Health, Bullying, Homelessness
November 12, 2024
The recent suicide of a Santa Clara teen has left many reeling, trying to untangle the circumstances that led to...
Community
Local Nonprofit Addresses Young-Adult Homelessness
November 7, 2024
In 2023, 4% of homeless people in California were between 18 and 24, according to a study by the Benioff...
City Politics
Initial Election Results 2024
November 6, 2024
Election results as of 4:46 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2024 show that the council divide in Santa Clara will remain...
City Politics
Convention Center Continues Pandemic Rebound, Plans For FIFA And Superbowl Still Unclear
November 5, 2024
The Santa Clara Convention Center continues to see recovery after two dismal years during the pandemic. On Sept. 24, the...
City PoliticsCommunity
Politicking At Public Events Earns Resident Ire
November 3, 2024
As election day nears, local candidates are doing what they can to amplify their voices in an attempt to reach...
City Politics
Independent Expenditure: Candidates Are Not Responsible For Big-Money Expenditures
November 2, 2024
With so much money flying around during this year’s election, many people are confused. The heart of the matter is...
City Politics
Judge Rejects Claims of Political Conspiracy Against Vice Mayor Anthony Becker
November 1, 2024
One of the mayor’s allies said he deserved “credit” for the civil grand jury report that is at the heart...









