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Big San Jose manufacturing and industrial project pushes forward

A new manufacturing and industrial complex is proposed in San Jose, offering job opportunities and economic development potential. [ more ]

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Shootout in Santa Teresa Leaves Two San Jose Cops, Suspect Injured

Two San Jose police officers were injured in a shootout in Santa Teresa neighborhood. [ more ]

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San Jose: Construction underway on tiny home shelter site at Sobrato property

Construction of 75 tiny homes for homeless on leased property at $1/yr by Silicon Valley developer Sobrato to aid city's homeless crisis. [ more ]

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San Jose office buildings flop into default in weak real estate market

Economic challenges persist in the Bay Area office market, with two San Jose buildings facing loan delinquency. [ more ]

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San Jose mulls diverting affordable housing funds - again - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose faces a structural shortfall of $50 million, considering raiding affordable housing funds for homeless sheltering needs. [ more ]

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Opinion: Tom McEnery, Lewis Wolff call San Jose BART extension municipal madness'

A call to reconsider the BART extension project in San Jose due to increased costs, delays, and potential obsolescence. [ more ]

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Campus Burgers will offer $2 Hamburgers and $3 Cheeseburgers in Downtown San Jose

Burger spot at 108 Paseo de San Antonio offers $1.99 smash burgers with a menu of only four items, becoming a potential popular spot. [ more ]

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San Jose woman arrested on suspicion of stealing $400,000 from school organization

Former president of association supporting school enrichment programs arrested for writing unauthorized checks to self. [ more ]

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Folkloreada in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Cinco de Mayo celebration in San Jose includes baile folklÃ³rico, highlighted by Los LupeÃ±os de San JosÃ©'s annual FOLKLOREADA festival. [ more ]

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5 days ago

San Jose affordable apartments a plus for senior housing crisis - San Jose Spotlight

More than 100 seniors will have affordable homes in downtown San Jose, addressing the cost of living struggles for low-income and formerly unhoused older adults. [ more ]

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6 days ago

Mallon: Silicon Valley - a transit market ready for growth - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley's economic growth requires investment in public transit to avoid future congestion. [ more ]

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5 days ago

Purple Lotus cannabis dispensary draws customers to downtown San Jose

A cannabis dispensary in downtown San Jose boosts local economy and foot traffic. [ more ]

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3 days ago

Celebrating Chicano culture': San Jose parades for Cinco de Mayo

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo fosters cultural connection and pride generations later. [ more ]

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Jose Rafael Guzman in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Comedy is a psychological lifeline in troubled times [ more ]

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2 days ago

San Jose real estate war at BART site may need jury as mediation fails

A property battle over a prime downtown San Jose spot needed for a future BART station may head to a jury. [ more ]

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Developer dumps offices, eyes housing, seeks San Jose property sale

Builders in the Bay Area are shifting towards residential projects due to the weak office market. [ more ]

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Sale closed in San Jose: $3.5 million for a five-bedroom home

Spacious 2,112-square-foot house in San Jose sold for $3,510,000 in 2024 at a rate of $1,662 per square foot. [ more ]

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Single-family residence in San Jose sells for $1.7 million

Property on Cherry Avenue in San Jose sold for $1,710,000 with a price per square foot of $977. [ more ]

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2 days ago

Single family residence sells in San Jose for $2.6 million

The house on 5030 Yucatan Way in San Jose was sold for $2,550,000 with 2,318-square-foot area, at $1,100 per square foot. [ more ]

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Sale closed in San Jose: $1.7 million for a three-bedroom home

Real estate transaction details. [ more ]

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Sale closed in San Jose: $4.2 million for a four-bedroom home

A 2,903-square-foot house on Calabazas Creek Circle in San Jose was sold for $4,160,000 on April 10, 2024, at $1,433 per square foot. [ more ]

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San Jose neighborhood fights to preserve its identity - San Jose Spotlight

The San Jose City Council voted to nominate Alameda Park/Schiele Avenue as a historic district, emphasizing the importance of preserving historic homes and neighborhoods. [ more ]

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Downtown San Jose gets a much-needed dose of retail therapy'

The Moment pop-up shops in downtown San Jose have been successful, leading to the expansion of the program with Moment San Pedro featuring businesses owned by women. [ more ]

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Kate Folk in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Kate Folk, writer-in-residence, will give a reading and offer personalized feedback, known for her debut collection of stories, 'Out There.' [ more ]

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2 days ago

East Bay sites are grabbed for $100 million-plus in big property deal

Investment group buys Bay Area properties worth over $100 million, showing continued interest from big investors in the commercial real estate market despite challenges. [ more ]

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3 days ago

Downtown San Jose movie theater celebrates 40 years

3Below Theaters celebrates 40th anniversary with $3.50 tickets and $2 popcorn on May 18.

West Valley Community Services hosts Housing and Resource Fair on May 30 in San Jose.

Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley coordinates volunteers for home repairs in Santa Clara County. [ more ]

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Naedr in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

NOTAFLOF shows like this are vital for supporting alternative spaces in precarious positions. [ more ]

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Houston Person Quartet in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Houston Person is a flag-bearer for unique twists in soul jazz since 1966, remaining a staple in jazz clubs nationwide. [ more ]

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Here's what's replacing San Jose's beloved Flames Eatery - San Jose Spotlight

A new Chinese restaurant, Home Eat, is opening in downtown San Jose at the site of a former restaurant, aiming to bring authentic Chinese cuisine with American fusion dishes. [ more ]

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Prep begins for Santa Clara BART extension - San Jose Spotlight

BART's expansion through Silicon Valley is progressing with pre-construction work in Santa Clara [ more ]

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San Jose airport passenger rebound shows signs of losing altitude

SAN JOSE Passenger travel at San Jose International Airport is showing signs of fading, a loss of altitude in travel activity that has left the Silicon Valley aviation hub well short of its pre-coronavirus heights.

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Bomb threat reported at San Jose City College

San Jose City College evacuated due to bomb threat. [ more ]

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6 days ago

Two San Jose police officers injured in shooting, suspect also injured, according to police

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Covering San Francisco, Oakland and San Jose and all of the greater Bay Area.

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The ending of Google's monopoly trial has Silicon Valley on edge

Google has a lot at stake as a federal judge weighs whether the tech giant's search empire should be broken up.

But so does the rest of Silicon Valley.

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Single-family home sells in San Jose for $1.9 million

3093 Fawn Drive Google Street View A 1,701-square-foot house built in 1956 has changed hands.

The property located in the 3000 block of Fawn Drive in San Jose was sold on April 9, 2024.

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The Gen-Z Advantage in Housing

Gen Z and millennials face similar housing costs despite earning differences. [ more ]

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Black & White Time Warp Ball in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The City Lights Theater Company is hosting a fundraising gala featuring live entertainment and personal stories shared by favorite actors. [ more ]

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SJCO Chamber Music: Telegraph Quartet in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Over the last few years, the San Jose Chamber Orchestra has earned a reputation for bringing top musicians to the city and providing them space to perform with technical virtuosity.

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Honk! in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Musical based on The Ugly Duckling teaches self-acceptance and embracing uniqueness. [ more ]

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Seeing through Stone in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The exhibition Seeing through Stone gathers works from over 80 artists imagining a future without prisons, emphasizing the power of perception within the carceral system. [ more ]

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LaFortune: Big events offer big opportunities - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose hosted a successful NVIDIA GTC 2024, generating significant revenue and showcasing the city's capability for large events. [ more ]

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The Fay, Downtown San Jose's newest residential high-rise is almost complete

SoFA's new 23-story high-rise in Downtown San Jose will feature rare amenities including a rooftop pool, gym, and retail space, set to welcome residents in 2025. [ more ]

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Downtown San Jose property owner neglects blighted building - San Jose Spotlight

The Lawrence Hotel building in downtown San Jose remains in disrepair three years after a fire, impacting the city's efforts to revitalize the area. [ more ]

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Calgary 5, San Jose 1

First Period_1, Calgary, Klapka 1, 12:13.2, Calgary, Coleman 30 (Zary, Andersson), 14:40.Penalties_Pospisil, CGY (Interference), 8:35; Vlasic, SJ (High Sticking), 12:33.

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Sale closed in San Jose: $1.7 million for a three-bedroom home

The property at 263 Cresta Vista Way, San Jose was sold for $1,700,000, at $980 per square foot. [ more ]

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Sale closed in San Jose: $1.9 million for a three-bedroom home

The real estate market in San Jose, California, is seeing high property values and prices per square foot for single-family homes.

The properties mentioned are well-maintained, with desirable features such as multiple bedrooms, baths, and fireplaces, reflecting the upscale nature of the neighborhood. [ more ]

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Indoor active entertainment firm picks prime San Jose site to expand

Sky Zone, an indoor entertainment operator, is expanding to San Jose at Westgate Center, targeting growing demand in family-centric areas for their large footprint model. [ more ]

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The Shindig Show with Jimmy Shin in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Diverse comedy styles and comics from different backgrounds featured in The Shindig Show event. [ more ]

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Force Model in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Chromatic Coffee in San Jose hosts a thriving music scene with talented acts like Force Model and Dusty Slims, providing great music and coffee experiences. [ more ]

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Bongfather in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Stoner rock fans will rejoice, as this night of heavy guitars and heavy pours will surely satisfy.San Francisco's Bongfather will rattle the walls of San Jose's favorite bar venue.

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Former San Jose Youth Pastor Arrested for Sexual Assault of a Minor

Former San Jose youth pastor arrested for sexually assaulting a girl over four years. [ more ]

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San Jose park maintenance has multimillion-dollar backlog - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose faces a significant infrastructure backlog, impacting the condition of parks and facilities, highlighting the need for diversified funding sources to address the issue. [ more ]

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New renders for affordable housing in Alviso/North San Jose

Increasing housing near Silicon Valley tech jobs. [ more ]

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Audit: San Jose failed to adequately track $300 million in homelessness spending

San Jose struggles to track $300 million spent on homelessness, lacks clear goals, and faces inadequate transparency issues. [ more ]

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Hinodeya Ramen Bar coming to Downtown San Jose

Hinodeya Ramen Bar to replace China Wok in Downtown San Jose, potentially the first Japanese ramen bar in the area. [ more ]

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Licon: East San Jose families must fight to close county airport - San Jose Spotlight

Reid-Hillview Airport impacts marginalized communities in East San Jose. [ more ]

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Foreclosed San Jose site once pitched as hotel lands Bay Area buyer

Real estate investors purchased a San Jose property that fell into foreclosure at a reduced price, showing a decline in value over five years. [ more ]

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Cupertino's blueprint for housing close to approval - San Jose Spotlight

Apple's Cupertino inches towards approval of delayed housing plan after legal battle over noncompliance.

The city still needs to address rezoning to be legally compliant and meet state requirements for building affordable housing by 2031. [ more ]

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San Jose: Man charged with murdering elderly stepmother

Michael Guertin, 70, is facing a murder charge in the death of his 91-year-old stepmother, Vivienne Guertin, at their San Jose home.

The incident marks the 11th homicide of the year investigated by San Jose police. [ more ]

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In Memoriam: Rick Holden, San Jose Community and Arts Advocate

Rick Holden was a dedicated advocate for arts, education, and community involvement in San Jose.

He played key roles in various community organizations and programs, impacting both adult and high school students. [ more ]

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Sullivan King in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Sullivan King merges metal and EDM genres effortlessly.

Collaborations with big names in EDM and metal have contributed to Sullivan King's unique sound. [ more ]

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Carl Schultz: Philly Goes West in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Philly Goes West is a sextet of musicians connected to Philly.

Expect a night of soulful, improvisational jazz at SJZ Break Room with live streams available. [ more ]

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Salo Panto in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Salo Panto is a psychedelic rock band with chameleon-like appeal and intricate guitar work.

Debut album Parallel Narratives features dreamy lyrics, crashing percussion, and a title track with lovely layers of horns and strings. [ more ]

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Is San Jose one of the healthiest U.S. cities? - San Jose Spotlight

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Major-injury collision closes South San Jose intersection near Highway 101

Intersection in South San Jose partially closed due to a major-injury crash.

Solo-vehicle collision reported at Monterey and Metcalf roads, impacting commute traffic severely. [ more ]

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San Jose officials to vote on tougher RV rules near schools - San Jose Spotlight

The San Jose City Council is considering three policies to change where people living in vehicles can park near schools for safety reasons.

Students and school workers have raised safety concerns, leading to the proposed policies, despite warnings from homeless advocates about discrimination against homeless individuals. [ more ]

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San Jose invests $30 million to double capacity at tiny home site for the homeless

San Jose Mayor plans $30 million expansion of emergency interim housing site Rue Ferrari.

Funding includes federal, state, and local sources to support the housing project and meet increasing operating costs. [ more ]

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Big affordable housing project in San Jose could boost micro economy

Affordable housing project with 780 residences planned near Topgolf venue in San Jose.

Real estate executives believe that the housing development could stimulate economic growth in the area. [ more ]

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Sale closed in San Jose: $3.2 million for a three-bedroom home

The property at 1751 Coastland Avenue in San Jose was sold for $3,198,000 on March 15, 2024, at a rate of $2,600 per square foot.

Additional properties in San Jose, with varying square footage and features, have been sold at different price points in recent years. [ more ]

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San Jose man killed in solo-vehicle crash on Highway 101

46-year-old San Jose man died in a solo-vehicle crash after driving off Highway 101 and hitting a tree.

The cause of the crash is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. [ more ]

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700-plus units all affordable could sprout in San Jose near tech hubs

A 780-unit affordable housing development is proposed at 7 Topgolf Drive in San Jose near tech hubs and Google-owned sites

The project is led by a South Korea-based real estate firm and a San Jose-based startup specializing in modular apartments [ more ]

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Campbell plans housing along major roadways - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell plans to construct thousands of new homes for affordable and low-income housing.

The city aims to build 3,870 new homes by 2031, with 1,542 designated as affordable housing for low-income residents. [ more ]

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South FIRST FRIDAYS features exhibits across various galleries in multiple districts every first Friday of the month.

April highlights include INNERMOST at KALEID Gallery, free performances at MACLA, and a sneak peek of Florencia en el Amazonas at Opera San Jose. [ more ]

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Three-bedroom home in San Jose sells for $2 million

The property on Greenbriar Avenue in San Jose was sold for $2,000,000 on March 15, 2024, at $1,319 per square foot.

The house on Greenbriar Avenue, built in 1962, features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a fireplace, a two-car garage, and sits on an 8,343 square foot lot. [ more ]

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Santa Clara County cities are failing to hit housing goals - San Jose Spotlight

Cities in Santa Clara County struggle to meet state housing goals, especially in affordable housing.

San Jose and other cities are far behind in building enough homes, facing significant challenges to catch up. [ more ]

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Downtown San Jose economy faces fresh jolts as two tenant exits loom

Downtown San Jose faces worsening economic conditions due to two major tenants exiting.

Office vacancy and availability rates in downtown San Jose are at all-time highs, putting pressure on the market. [ more ]

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Four-bedroom home in San Jose sells for $2.8 million

Property on Arlington Lane sold for $2,780,000 on March 15, 2024.

Recent sales in the area indicate high property values. [ more ]

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Hangmen in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Martin McDonagh's dark humor in Hangmen suits the themes of death penalty abolition.

Bay Area actor Will Springhorn Jr. takes the lead in San Jose Stage Company's Hangmen production. [ more ]

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LabRats in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

LabRats are a Grammy-recognized jazz outfit known for their excellent performances

LabRats have a unique ability to make jazz seem effortless, enjoyable for all audiences [ more ]

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Miya Lowe in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Miya Lowe, also known as Evaboy, has been creating EDM tracks since 2012 using various aliases.

Lowe's compositions are influenced by drum and bass, house, and other genres, resulting in unique and interesting songs. [ more ]

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System Of A Clown in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Tribute band System Of A Clown performs System Of A Down discography dressed as clowns.

System Of A Down is a popular band that doesn't perform live often but has a dedicated following. [ more ]

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The Kite Runner in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Khaled Hosseini wrote The Kite Runner inspired by the Taliban kite-flying ban in Afghanistan.

The Kite Runner became a bestseller, adapted into a film and play, returning to San Jose after international success. [ more ]

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Santana Row office deal in San Jose offers real estate market hope

Professional services firm PwC signed a lease for 141,000 square feet at One Santana West in San Jose.

The new office space at Santana Row reflects growth, innovation, and a focus on creating a neurodiverse workplace. [ more ]

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Big San Jose office building heads to foreclosure after loan default

Seismic shifts in the Bay Area office market due to the pandemic have led to loan defaults and foreclosure proceedings.

The office building at 10 West Tasman Drive in San Jose is facing foreclosure due to delinquency on a $29 million loan. [ more ]

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San Jose Day Returns to Celebrate the 408 in Japantown | KQED

San Jose is experiencing a cultural renaissance with a thriving creative community.

The 6th Annual San Jose Day features a diverse lineup including special needs performers and aims to support artists. [ more ]

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Mayor Matt Mahan will seek a San Jose convention center expansion and new 800+ room hotel

Convention center expansion and new hotel planned for San Jose with potential benefits for attracting big events.

A flagship hotel connected to an expanded convention center in a strategic location could significantly boost Downtown San Jose. [ more ]

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Sale closed in San Jose: $1.6 million for a three-bedroom home

Houses in San Jose have been recently sold at varying prices per square foot.

The properties mentioned have different sizes and features, influencing their selling prices. [ more ]

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Three new Downtown San Jose eateries casually announced

New attractions planned for Downtown San Jose include a destination restaurant, marketplace, and cafe/lounge.

The additions by Jay Paul Company aim to enhance the tenant experience and convenience in San Jose's downtown office market. [ more ]

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