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The Lenfest Institute congratulates former Lenfest Institute Board member and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, investigative journalist, and editor Amanda Bennett, who received the 2025 Freedom of the Press Career Achievement Award from @rcfp.org last night in New York City.
RCFP announces 2025 Freedom of the Press Award recipients
Freedom of the Press Awards, hosted by Judy Woodruff, return Oct. 15 to celebrate leaders in journalism and law
www.rcfp.org
October 16, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The Lenfest Institute congratulates former Lenfest Institute Board member and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, investigative journalist, and editor Amanda Bennett, who received the 2025 Freedom of the Press Career Achievement Award from @rcfp.org last night in New York City.
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A flagship program that employed homeless people to clean the streets of San Jose and connect them to housing is abruptly ending.
Silicon Valley street cleaning crew is swept away - San José Spotlight
A flagship program that employed homeless people to clean the streets of San Jose and connect them to housing is abruptly ending. Nonprofit Downtown Streets Team is ending operations Oct. 31, citing f...
sanjosespotlight.com
September 9, 2025 at 11:18 PM
A flagship program that employed homeless people to clean the streets of San Jose and connect them to housing is abruptly ending.
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Jtown Pizza Co. is shuttering after six years in Japantown, with its owners buried in debt from city red tape over historic buildings.
San Jose restaurant closure is symptomatic of larger problem - San José Spotlight
Jtown Pizza Co. is shuttering after six years in Japantown. The closure has sparked fears for other businesses in the neighborhood owned by the same family. It has also renewed debate over preservatio...
sanjosespotlight.com
September 4, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Jtown Pizza Co. is shuttering after six years in Japantown, with its owners buried in debt from city red tape over historic buildings.
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Another #DTSJ / #Japantown staple calls it a day.
September 5, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Another #DTSJ / #Japantown staple calls it a day.
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Some incredibly good news:
One year ago this week, The Onion returned to print.
In that one year, we’ve grown to the 13th largest print newspaper in the United States, just ahead of the Boston Globe, and growing fast.
In short, it’s working.
So… thank you. Thank you for helping save this thing.
One year ago this week, The Onion returned to print.
In that one year, we’ve grown to the 13th largest print newspaper in the United States, just ahead of the Boston Globe, and growing fast.
In short, it’s working.
So… thank you. Thank you for helping save this thing.
Exclusive | The Onion Brought Back Its Print Edition. The Gamble Is Paying Off.
Publications turn to the old-style products to appeal to nostalgic readers and stand out in a crowded digital-media landscape.
www.wsj.com
August 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Some incredibly good news:
One year ago this week, The Onion returned to print.
In that one year, we’ve grown to the 13th largest print newspaper in the United States, just ahead of the Boston Globe, and growing fast.
In short, it’s working.
So… thank you. Thank you for helping save this thing.
One year ago this week, The Onion returned to print.
In that one year, we’ve grown to the 13th largest print newspaper in the United States, just ahead of the Boston Globe, and growing fast.
In short, it’s working.
So… thank you. Thank you for helping save this thing.
Drive carefully, San Jose
August 7, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Drive carefully, San Jose
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Journalists, IRE is accepting applications right now for two major fellowships! Don't miss out on these opportunities.
🔍The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept 1
🔍 Freelance Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept. 29
🔍The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept 1
🔍 Freelance Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept. 29
July 10, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Journalists, IRE is accepting applications right now for two major fellowships! Don't miss out on these opportunities.
🔍The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept 1
🔍 Freelance Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept. 29
🔍The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept 1
🔍 Freelance Fellowship: www.ire.org/training/fel...
Deadline: Sept. 29
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I will be brief. If you care about the quality of news we get, this clip is the most disturbing and important 20 minutes I have for you. If you have only 5 minutes to watch then do that. Via @michaelsocolow.bsky.social
Did you watch the clip? Now go to this link. www.cnbc.com/2025/07/01/c...
Did you watch the clip? Now go to this link. www.cnbc.com/2025/07/01/c...
Axios’ Sara Fischer in conversation with Cloudflare’s Matthew Prince
YouTube video by Axios
www.youtube.com
July 5, 2025 at 4:48 PM
I will be brief. If you care about the quality of news we get, this clip is the most disturbing and important 20 minutes I have for you. If you have only 5 minutes to watch then do that. Via @michaelsocolow.bsky.social
Did you watch the clip? Now go to this link. www.cnbc.com/2025/07/01/c...
Did you watch the clip? Now go to this link. www.cnbc.com/2025/07/01/c...
This is eating a squirrel in my downtown San Jose backyard. #birdsky what is it? We have Cooper’s hawks and peregrines. #norcalbirds #birdid
June 22, 2025 at 10:07 PM
This is eating a squirrel in my downtown San Jose backyard. #birdsky what is it? We have Cooper’s hawks and peregrines. #norcalbirds #birdid
On Monday, San Jose will tow an rv a family lives in next to my house. We want them to stay. They are currently in temporary housing. That runs out later this month. Who can I call today to stop the rv from being towed? This family needs the rv.
May 11, 2025 at 7:35 PM
On Monday, San Jose will tow an rv a family lives in next to my house. We want them to stay. They are currently in temporary housing. That runs out later this month. Who can I call today to stop the rv from being towed? This family needs the rv.
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Politically-active landlords are coordinating a campaign to stop a proposal from California lawmakers to slash yearly rent control caps — and it appears to have worked.
San Jose lawmaker withdraws bill to lower state rent caps - San José Spotlight
While Assemblymember Ash Kalra successfully advocated for his "Affordable Rent Act" proposal Thursday at the state Housing and Community Development Committee, further discussions with the Judiciary C...
sanjosespotlight.com
April 29, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Politically-active landlords are coordinating a campaign to stop a proposal from California lawmakers to slash yearly rent control caps — and it appears to have worked.
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This international student is incredibly brave for going on the record about his visa suddenly being revoked, including how he has one semester left and his mom has terminal cancer: www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/n...
Carnegie Mellon student with one semester left learns his visa was revoked with no explanation
Local universities and colleges across the country continue to report international student visas being revoked.
www.cbsnews.com
April 10, 2025 at 6:18 PM
This international student is incredibly brave for going on the record about his visa suddenly being revoked, including how he has one semester left and his mom has terminal cancer: www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/n...
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YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley will no longer be able to provide as much rental assistance, leaving domestic violence survivors at greater risk.
YWCA Silicon Valley loses federal funding for rent subsidies - San José Spotlight
YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley will no longer be able to provide as much rental assistance, leaving domestic violence survivors at greater risk.
sanjosespotlight.com
April 9, 2025 at 9:01 PM
YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley will no longer be able to provide as much rental assistance, leaving domestic violence survivors at greater risk.
Eating your child’s chocolate Easter bunny for breakfast doesn’t make everything better. Heads up. Also, I need a chocolate bunny before Sunday.
April 9, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Eating your child’s chocolate Easter bunny for breakfast doesn’t make everything better. Heads up. Also, I need a chocolate bunny before Sunday.
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Viva Calle San Jose marks 10 years of open streets this weekend
Viva Calle San Jose marks 10 years of open streets this weekend
Sunday’s event, which closes six miles of streets to vehicles, will have entertainment, food trucks and bike repair stations at Emma Prusch Farm Park, St. James Park and Tamien Park.
www.mercurynews.com
April 8, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Viva Calle San Jose marks 10 years of open streets this weekend
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Monterey Bay Aquarium announces name of newest resident otter
Monterey Bay Aquarium announces name of newest resident otter
The aquarium described Opal as a colorful name for her playful personality and said the name is “associated with the iridescent gemstone and there are many ocean-related opalescence references like…
www.mercurynews.com
April 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Monterey Bay Aquarium announces name of newest resident otter
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San Jose special election could have major implications for city
San Jose special election could have major implications for city
The winner of the District 3 City Council race could determine whether Mayor Matt Mahan has enough votes to implement his policy agenda.
www.mercurynews.com
April 7, 2025 at 6:35 PM
San Jose special election could have major implications for city
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#IREJobCenter: @investigatewest.bsky.social is seeking a full-time investigative editor to oversee a team of staff reporters and freelancers working across the Pacific Northwest. Deadline: April 22. www.ire.org/job-center/i...
Investigative editor - Investigative Reporters & Editors
InvestigateWest is seeking a full-time investigative editor to oversee a team of staff reporters and freelancers.
www.ire.org
April 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
#IREJobCenter: @investigatewest.bsky.social is seeking a full-time investigative editor to oversee a team of staff reporters and freelancers working across the Pacific Northwest. Deadline: April 22. www.ire.org/job-center/i...
Here. Dogs. Specifically my dogs.
April 3, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Here. Dogs. Specifically my dogs.
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Bay Area housing market sees highest spring inventory levels since pandemic
Bay Area housing market sees highest spring inventory levels since pandemic
After two years of sluggish sales held back by low inventory, February saw its highest level of inventory since before the pandemic.
www.mercurynews.com
March 28, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Bay Area housing market sees highest spring inventory levels since pandemic
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Monterey Bay Aquarium wants help naming new resident otter
Monterey Bay Aquarium wants help naming new resident otter
The newest sea otter is joining the aquarium after being found as a three-week-old pup stranded near San Luis Obispo in February last year.
www.mercurynews.com
March 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Monterey Bay Aquarium wants help naming new resident otter
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GREAT news everyone!
The Onion is hiring! For a bunch of new positions.
Sports Editor (yes, we're bringing it back): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Entertainment Editor (going harder here too): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
And a Staff Writer (!): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Apply or die!
The Onion is hiring! For a bunch of new positions.
Sports Editor (yes, we're bringing it back): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Entertainment Editor (going harder here too): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
And a Staff Writer (!): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Apply or die!
Careers at The Onion
jobs.gusto.com
March 25, 2025 at 9:49 PM
GREAT news everyone!
The Onion is hiring! For a bunch of new positions.
Sports Editor (yes, we're bringing it back): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Entertainment Editor (going harder here too): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
And a Staff Writer (!): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Apply or die!
The Onion is hiring! For a bunch of new positions.
Sports Editor (yes, we're bringing it back): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Entertainment Editor (going harder here too): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
And a Staff Writer (!): jobs.gusto.com/postings/the...
Apply or die!
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To understand why the City of San Jose has so few employees and poor services today, you need to understand the pension debacle of the late 90s early 00s when the city gave a series of huge retirement *and* salary raises to police and fire employees.
www.svcf.org/sites/defaul...
www.svcf.org/sites/defaul...
March 26, 2025 at 3:16 AM
To understand why the City of San Jose has so few employees and poor services today, you need to understand the pension debacle of the late 90s early 00s when the city gave a series of huge retirement *and* salary raises to police and fire employees.
www.svcf.org/sites/defaul...
www.svcf.org/sites/defaul...
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Thousands of @vta.org riders have been stranded without public transportation for 10 days due to an ongoing union strike, and the agency’s board chair has been out of town.
VTA board chair absent in first week of strike - San José Spotlight
Thousands of VTA riders have been stranded without public transportation for 10 days due to an ongoing union strike, and the agency's board chair has been out of town.
sanjosespotlight.com
March 20, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Thousands of @vta.org riders have been stranded without public transportation for 10 days due to an ongoing union strike, and the agency’s board chair has been out of town.