San Jose, CA local news evening update for January 29, 2026. As the Super Bowl approaches, tension is building between local leadership and federal agents, with Silicon Valley lawmakers taking a stand against recent violence involving ICE. It is a developing situation that could impact how the region handles security during the big game.

In local development news, the San Jose City Council has moved to cut some red tape, easing housing development requirements in hopes of spurring more construction across the city. Finally, we share a sigh of relief for residents of a local mobile home park, where a proposed rent hike has been officially delayed, preserving a slice of much-needed affordable housing in San Jose, CA.

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San Jose, CA local news noon update for January 29, 2026. We are tracking a major political announcement today as San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan officially enters the race for California governor, ending months of speculation about his future ambitions.

We also look at a budget crisis brewing right next door in Cupertino, where soaring costs for the Santa Clara County Sheriff's contract are causing significant financial headaches for city officials. Plus, we cover a positive step forward in Palo Alto, where the police department is bringing on a dedicated clinician to assist with mental health calls, aiming to provide better care during crisis situations.

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San Jose, CA local news morning update for January 29, 2026. We start this Thursday with a difficult situation for local youth farmers, as a sudden schedule change for the Santa Clara County Fair disrupts plans for 4-H and FFA participants.

We also discuss new policy shifts from City Hall as San Jose eases development requirements in an effort to spur more housing construction. Plus, we cover a moment of relief for some residents as the City Council delays a controversial rent increase at a local mobile home park, helping to preserve affordable housing options in the region.

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San Jose, CA local news evening update for January 28, 2026. As we wrap up this Wednesday, we look at new reports indicating a significant number of Santa Clara County residents are considering leaving the region due to the high cost of living.

We also cover a new development in county governance, where a citizen group has been formed to oversee the spending of Measure A funds intended for public hospitals. In public safety news near San Jose, CA, the Palo Alto Police Department has added a clinician to assist with mental health crisis calls, marking a positive step for community care.

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San Jose, CA local news noon update for January 28, 2026. As you head into your lunch break, we are following some developing stories across the South Bay. We begin with a scheduling shake-up for the Santa Clara County Fair that has local youth farmers scrambling, highlighting the tension between tradition and contracts.

In business news, turmoil returns to a prominent Hispanic Silicon Valley business group, marking the second leadership shake-up in recent years. Meanwhile, preparations for Super Bowl 60 are ramping up, with federal agents expected to make their presence known in San Jose, CA and surrounding areas soon.

Finally, we look at potential changes at City Hall where officials are considering easing specific requirements to jumpstart housing development. Stay informed with ExtraLocal San Jose, CA, your daily source for San Jose, CA news and community happenings.

San Jose, CA local news morning update for January 28, 2026. We start this Wednesday with a look at a concerning new survey regarding Santa Clara County residents and the high cost of living. We also have an important update from City Hall regarding rent hikes for mobile home parks.

In brighter news, San Jose, CA is celebrating a second year of declining traffic fatalities, showing that safety measures may be paying off. Plus, despite gridlock in Washington, millions of federal dollars are secured for local Silicon Valley projects. Stay informed with ExtraLocal San Jose, CA, your daily source for San Jose, CA news, Bay Area politics, and community updates.

San Jose, CA local news evening update for January 27, 2026. As we wrap up this Tuesday, we look at reports of federal agents heading to the South Bay ahead of Super Bowl 60 and the concerns it is raising in the community. We also cover a scheduling mix-up at the Santa Clara County Fair that has local youth farmers scrambling.

On the housing front, San Jose city leaders are looking to cut red tape to spur development, though the state budget proposal might leave the county with less funding than hoped. Finally, is San Jose, CA on track to become the Costco capital of the country? We end with a lighter look at our love for bulk shopping. Stay informed with ExtraLocal San Jose, CA, your daily source for San Jose, CA news, Bay Area politics, and community updates.

San Jose, CA local news noon update for January 27, 2026. In this midday edition, we look at new reports indicating many Santa Clara County residents are considering leaving the region due to the high cost of living. We also touch on a developing controversy regarding mobile home rent policies in San Jose.

However, there is good news on the streets, as traffic fatalities in San Jose saw a drop last year, signaling progress for city safety initiatives. Plus, millions in federal funding are secured for Silicon Valley projects despite budget cuts in Washington. Stay informed with ExtraLocal San Jose, CA, your daily source for San Jose, CA news, Bay Area politics, and community updates.