San Jose is poised to enact a temporary moratorium to block the establishment of new tobacco shops throughout the city as officials draw up a long-term plan to regulate such businesses. The San Jose City Council is set to consider a measure Tuesday that would halt the issuance of new licenses for local tobacco businesses... The post San Jose considers temporary ban on new tobacco shops appeared first on San José Spotlight.| San José Spotlight
A food service provider is stepping up to provide hot meals to federal workers at the San Jose airport during the government shutdown. The workers haven’t been paid since Oct. 1 and food insecurity is prevalent. During the shutdown, Martha’s Kitchen is providing more than 800 meals a week to 340 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)... The post Federal workers in San Jose get free meals during shutdown appeared first on San José Spotlight.| San José Spotlight
An essential food service provider in Santa Clara County is being stretched thin under federal cuts — including not knowing how it will pay for its new facility. Martha’s Kitchen, a nonprofit that provides millions of cooked meals every year for people in need, has moved into a 31,900-square-foot building on 749 Story Road in... The post Silicon Valley food provider threatened by fed cuts appeared first on San José Spotlight.| San José Spotlight
By Josh Funk, AP Transportation Writer Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday he will withhold $40 million from California because it is the only state that is failing to enforce English language requirements for truckers. An investigation launched after a deadly Florida crash involving a foreign truck driver who made an illegal U-turn on Aug.... The post Feds to withhold $40M from California for not enforcing trucker English appeared first on San José Spotlight.| San José Spotlight
San Jose State University has launched a program to provide South County students a clear path to obtaining a four-year degree. The university’s “Pathways to Success” initiative aims to increase college access for historically underserved communities. It’s partnering with Gilroy Unified School District and Morgan Hill Unified School District, and held events at Christopher High... The post San Jose State guarantees admission for South County students appeared first on San José Spotli...| San José Spotlight
Federal funds for permanent supportive housing programs are expected to be substantially parred down, putting hundreds of Santa Clara County residents at risk of becoming homeless. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) plans to cap the amount of Continuum of Care grants that can be used for permanent housing to 30% for... The post Santa Clara County expected to lose millions in housing grants appeared first on San José Spotlight.| San José Spotlight
Willow Glen is known for its quaint charm and affluent San Jose neighborhoods, but a surge in crime is making local businesses uneasy. Downtown Willow Glen, a small strip of shops along Lincoln Avenue, has experienced about 30 reports of vandalism and theft since June, according to San Jose Police Department data. Some of those... The post Vandalism in downtown Willow Glen on the rise appeared first on San José Spotlight.| San José Spotlight
Freya Johnson, a 12-year-old from Brainerd, self-published a novel called "The Jump" in May.| Brainerd Dispatch
Brainerd City Council members approved the design for the 2026 reconstruction of Highway 210/Washington Street on a 6-1 vote Tuesday, Feb. 21.| Brainerd Dispatch
Collaborations moves project onto state funding list| Brainerd Dispatch
Cupertino residents have mixed feelings about one official's frequent travels overseas and what they mean about his ability to serve the community.| San José Spotlight
Sunnyvale has found the blueprint for creating a prosperous downtown. Officials have figured out how to balance retail, housing and offices in the city's core, even with an aggressive plan to build out nearly 1 million square feet of new office space in downtown.| San José Spotlight
A high-class restaurant and furniture gallery concept could come to an empty corner of downtown Los Gatos. The Planning Commission is recommending granting a conditional use permit to RH, a luxury home goods company with plans to open a restaurant and gallery at 31 University Ave.| San José Spotlight
While a litany of surgeries, procedures and unusual test results failed to clarify the 9-year-old boy’s conditions, it led to speculation about Borders’ role in causing or fabricating his illnesses.| Brainerd Dispatch
A Dispatch review of hundreds of court documents and police reports paints a picture of neglect, abuse and defiance of judges’ orders more than a decade before the recent torture case.| Brainerd Dispatch
Looking for beautiful ways to decorate with hydrangeas? Discover fresh, dried, and faux hydrangea ideas for centerpieces, seasonal decor, and more.| Perfecting Places
A Houston Landing data analysis shows that U.S. citizens have been more likely to be charged with a crime than foreign nationals since at least 2015.| Houston Landing
A Venezuelan family is torn apart after Trump ends program to enter the U.S., leaving their future in limbo amid growing immigration backlash. The post ‘All our hopes vanished’: After end of CBP One, Venezuelan family faces dilemma appeared first on Houston Landing.| Houston Landing
Houston ISD didn’t notify Worthing High School families about its finding that an employee sexually harassed a student. Should it have told them? The post HISD found an employee sent a lewd video to a student. Parents were left in the dark. appeared first on Houston Landing.| Houston Landing
How to make an easy DIY Easter Basket has a vintage primitive feel. A rustic grapevine craft that you can make now for your Easter Decor.| The Ponds Farmhouse
Amid a budget shortfall, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan wants to move money allocated to affordable housing toward temporary housing solutions — indefinitely.| San José Spotlight
Unique greenery centerpiece for Christmas. See DIY Centerpiece with fresh Greenery and pheasant feathers - a fresh Christmas Centerpiece idea.| The Ponds Farmhouse
This easy dollar store DIY fall centerpiece is a perfect addition to your holiday tables! Perfect for Thanksgiving, and less than $5!| Craft Create Cook