San Jose scrapyard owner agrees to settlement but not charged in catalytic converter theft investigation
Joseph Chen was facing a public nuisance, shut-down order last year as police investigated who was stealing catalytic converters in San Jose. But the city says they never found evidence against Chen and now through his attorney, he wants to clear his name.
Suspect in South Bay crime spree refuses to show for court
The man accused of stabbing three people, multiple carjackings, and running down two others with a stolen car, was formally charged with the alleged crimes on Tuesday. However, the defendant, Kevin Parkourana, was not in court to hear the charges.
Victims identified in deadly South Bay spree
The two men and one woman killed by a man on an alleged violent rampage through San Jose and Milpitas last week were identified Tuesday by officials.
Independent audit of San Jose police shows complaints against officers continue to rise
According to the latest Police Improvements Report, the Dept. has implemented about half of the 500+ recommendations made by the Reimagining Public Safety Committee. Still this year’s independent audit shows that complaints against officers have continued to rise.
Passenger dies after stolen Kia hits tree in San Jose in fiery crash
A passenger inside a stolen Kia died Monday morning after San Jose police said the driver of the car struck a tree, which burst into flames.
Pair arrested for alleged homicide near San Jose's Discovery Meadows Park
San Jose police on Monday announced the arrest of two men following a 2021 homicide near Discovery Meadows Park.
SJ motorcyclist dies after collision with truck near Golden Wheel Park Drive
San Jose police said on Twitter at 4:21 p.m. Sunday that a motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a truck in the area of Golden Wheel Park Drive and Oakland Road.
New state bill aims to prevent workplace violence; some groups don't support it
The CRA says if SB 553 becomes law, it will need to apply to all industries and not just retail. They also say most retailers already prohibit regular employees from approaching anyone about stolen merchandise and have some employees who are trained in theft prevention.
San Jose leader to spend night in homeless shelter
San Jose officials are being challenged by a formerly homeless resident to stay in a shelter before voting to open more--and one is up for the offer.
Police investigating morning stabbing in San Jose
A man suffered life-threatening injuries after allegedly being stabbed in San Jose Sunday morning.
Neighbors mourn couple killed in South Bay crime spree
A makeshift sidewalk memorial sits outside a San Jose home to honor a couple allegedly killed by 31-year-old Kevin Parkourana.
Suspect in deadly South Bay crime spree has history of violence, mental illness
The man suspected of killing three people and injuring another three has a lengthy criminal and mental health history causing even city officials to question where the criminal justice system failed.
Suspect arrested after 3 killed and 3 hurt in violent South Bay crime spree
The San Jose and Milpitas police departments are investigating a whirlwind of violence that ended up killing three people – 1 by stabbing and two by car – and injuring another three in a crime spree that spanned two cities and four different locations.
South Bay animal shelter critically overcrowded, seeking help
The San Jose Animal Services and Care Center is currently facing a critical situation as it has reached its capacity to care for animals – some pets are even being turned away due to the overcrowding.
Unprovoked hammer attack in San Mateo leaves man with severe head trauma
A 41-year-old San Jose man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly attacking a man with a hammer and stealing a vehicle in San Mateo, according to police.
New report show Santa Clara County’s homeless population decreased, homeless families increased
Santa Clara County’s latest homelessness count shows the number of unhoused individuals fell by 1.2% across the county and by 4.7% within San Jose city limits. However, that same count shows the number of families experiencing homelessness increased dramatically by 36.5% across Santa Clara County and a stunning 122.2% in San Jose.
1 killed, 1 wounded in double San Jose shooting near Highway 87
San Jose police are investigating a double shooting overnight that killed one person and left another wounded, as well as a highway lane blocked during the investigation.
San Jose nonprofit launches free concert series to revitalize St. James Park downtown
In recent years, St. James Park has dealt with issues of crime and people sleeping in the park but Levitt San Jose says they’re using music to make this park welcoming again for everybody.
Over 900 animals in need of adoption at San Jose Animal Care and Services Center
The San Jose Animal Care and Services Center is experiencing record-high levels of animals entering the shelter. So for residents thinking about adopting a foster or shelter pet -- now's the chance, said shelter officials.
San Jose man's body found, recovered from Lake Del Valle after drowning
A body was recovered in an East Bay lake Saturday night, East Bay Regional Parks Marine Patrol Officers said.