San Jose prep school security guard accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old student
A South Bay school contract security guard is behind bars after being charged with sexual assault of a 15-year-old student.
18-year-old San Jose man charged with DUI; child injured, 9 displaced in hit-and run crash
A child is recovering from minor injuries, and at least two families are displaced. This, following a hit-and-run crash into an apartment building in the Seven Trees neighborhood in San Jose.
San Jose expanding use of license plate reader cameras, reviewing data privacy
San Jose will consider expanding the number of cameras that can read license plates as it considers tightening data policies to protect the privacy of those using the roadways,
San Jose police officer's truck shot, prompting Highway 101 closure
The personal truck of a San Jose police officer was struck by gunfire, prompting the California Highway Patrol is shutting down part of Highway 101 near the interchange with Highway 85.
DA finds San Jose cops who fatally shot auto-theft suspect acted lawfully
After an investigation into a deadly police shooting involving a carjacking suspect in San Jose, the district attorney's office found that officers used lawful force when they discharged their weapons, killing the man.
San Jose police union says exodus of officers puts public safety at risk
The San Jose police officers union said an ongoing mass exodus will eventually end up impacting public safety.
Pellet gun victim's father grateful SJPD arrested suspect
The father of a 9-year-old pellet-gun attack victim says he's thankful SJPD arrested a suspect. Officials say the suspect's actions were designed to terrorize the community.
San Jose police arrest suspected serial pellet gun shooter
Nicholas Montoya, 38, of Campbell, is accused of shooting lead pellets from a high-powered rifle at seven victims from April to June in the South Bay. One of those victims is 15-year-old Gianna Vitarelli.
Off-duty San Jose cop arrested on suspicion of DUI
An off-day San Jose Police officer was arrested on Sunday on suspicion of drinking and driving after he collided with another vehicle, the San Jose Police Department said on Monday.
Pilot seriously injured in small plane crash near San Jose's Reid-Hillview Airport
An airplane pilot of a small aircraft suffered serious injuries during a crash in San Jose Friday evening, officials say.
San Jose memorial for fallen police officers criticized by community advocates
The City says the design and landscaping of the monument will cost $272,000, while site-clearing and construction is estimated at $354,000. The End of Watch memorial is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Let the lowriders cruise: San Jose lifts 30-year ban
Cities across the state have recently lifted bans on cruising, saying the bans lead to racial profiling and criminalization. Now the City of San Jose has overturned its own ban.
77-year-old woman arrested in San Jose's 18th homicide this year
An investigation of a residential fire has now turned into San Jose's latest homicide case. Police say they arrested a 77-year-old woman after her husband was killed in the fire last Friday.
San Jose shooting victim has 'life-threatening' injuries
The victim of a shooting in San Jose Tuesday evening has been transported to a local hospital with a life-threatening injury, a spokesperson for the police department said.
San Jose Police Department releases 93-page list of military-style equipment inventory
San Jose police release 93-page list of all military-style equipment currently in inventory under requirements of new state law. City Council defers approval of two new military-style vehicles requested by police.
San Jose mayor asks for new officers for specialized mental health response unit
San Jose's mayor is calling for four permanent officers to be assigned to a specialized mental health response unit to improve outcomes when police contact those experiencing mental health issues.
Arson suspect arrested for starting fire at San Jose church
An arson suspect was arrested by San Jose police on Wednesday on suspicion of starting a fire at a church, officials say.
Children witness man shot and injured at San Jose library, police call it gang-related
San Jose police are investigating a Monday afternoon shooting at a library where there were a number of witnesses to the shooting, including children. The man who was shot suffered non-life threatening injuries.
Public employee misconduct in San Jose prompts calls for change
San Jose mayor calls for change after several high profile cases of alleged misconduct by city employees including police officers.
San Jose police chief proposes 7-point plan for department reform amid instances of misconduct
Outside San Jose police headquarters Wednesday, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo joined police command in announcing a plan in their search for a solution to recent misbehavior by some officers.