Santa Clara County.
county in California, United States
- Reports this week
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What's happening
Active this week
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Santa Clara County and Rob Bonta jointly filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration regarding ICE facility development in Gilroy.Well supported12 reports2 developments inside
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Santa Clara County handled charges against university students amid protests demanding divestment from companies supporting Israel.Some support1 report
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Santa Clara County are confirmed to be under the state's jurisdiction.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The California Attorney General took over a specific case involving Santa Clara County due to a conflict of interest.Some support2 reports
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Laurie Smith was removed from office following bribery charges related to a corruption scandal in Santa Clara County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Rick Sung, a former Santa Clara County official, is implicated in a scheme involving Sharks tickets and promised Apple iPads.Some support1 report
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Several cities in Santa Clara County reported specific growth rates and assessed value increases on July 9, 2026.Some support1 report2 developments inside
Earlier this month
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San Jose is implementing housing solutions, prioritizing university staff and serving workers across Santa Clara County to meet state mandates.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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City officials and Mayor address housing market pressures and data model review in the region.Some support1 report
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Planning for an ICE detention facility near Gilroy, which is located in Santa Clara County, has been discussed, and construction has been paused.Well supported10 reports5 developments inside
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Proposition 39, a policy initiative relevant to Santa Clara County, is seen as reflecting national trends established by Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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Santa Clara County is following its recommendation for fund transfers involving the board of education.Some support1 report
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A residential project near Tamien station in San Jose has been announced, with income limits tied to the county median.Some support1 report
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Shamann Walton introduced a moratorium ordinance in Gilroy, Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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State and County filed a lawsuit to stop construction in Santa Clara County.Some support2 reports
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Santa Clara County sued ICE regarding alleged environmental law violations concerning a proposed facility near Gilroy.Some support1 report
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Multiple counties and cities, including Santa Clara, King, San Francisco, and Chicago, have joined lawsuits challenging Trump's public charge and visa rules.Some support14 reports1 development inside
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Judge Lee, nominated by President Biden, ruled in favor of Santa Clara County, while Rob Bonta criticized the Trump administration.Some support1 report
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A university is seeking permits from Santa Clara County for housing units located near El Camino Real.Some support1 report
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State and county authorities, including Judge Lee, sued ICE regarding the facility near Gilroy.Some support5 reports
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Santa Clara County and Rob Bonta are actively seeking to block the construction of an ICE detention facility in the area.Some support6 reports
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Regional Medical Center in San Jose serves Santa Clara County hospitals, and James Williams is the County Executive.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Santa Clara County is enforcing a 2018 class-action litigation decree regarding the jail care overhaul, with facilities in San Jose and Milpitas, and comments from the County Executive.Some support1 report
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Child welfare agencies in Santa Clara and Alameda Counties face scrutiny over high child removal rates.Some support2 reports
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Santa Clara County filed a lawsuit on July 1st to halt the planning and construction of a detention facility near Gilroy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The new event defines the geographical relationship between San Jose, Santa Clara County, Silicon Valley, and BART.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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VTA projects are being implemented to connect Santa Clara County to the wider region.Some support2 reports
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A specialized business journal reports on the economic status of Santa Clara County, specifically focusing on its tax base and role in the regional economy.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Lone Star Funds made investments in properties within Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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Anderson Reservoir requires seismic upgrades, county financing is needed, and an automaker plans a job-creating project.Some support1 report
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The District Attorney's office handles cases originating in Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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Otto Lee has taken office as President of the Board of Supervisors in Santa Clara County, sharing responsibility for local services and issues in the San Jose area.Some support1 report
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An officer was rushed for treatment after an incident occurred in Santa Clara County on August 1, 2026.Some support2 reports
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ICE facility planning impacts county jurisdiction in Santa Clara County.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Regulations apply to hills in both Oakland and Berkeley, and regulations apply to residents in the respective counties, including Santa Clara County.Some support2 reports
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The NRA lobbied against comprehensive safety laws, while the District Attorney highlighted how ammo laws prevent harm, and Newsom's initiative was urged to be withdrawn.Some support1 report
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A case involving Citizens United established the de facto legal status of corporations as persons, allowing unlimited corporate slush-funding of political causes in Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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A coauthored bill affecting California was introduced in the State Assembly and is currently pending in the California Senate.Some support1 report
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The National Alliance to End Homelessness and others jointly challenged federal funding guidelines in federal court.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A civil rights organization is monitoring institutional failures in Santa Clara County, where the sheriff's office operates a minimum-security camp.Some support1 report
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Federal cuts are threatening the state's public healthcare system, impacting Medi-Cal services in Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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A project in Santa Clara County adheres to the AIA 2030 net-zero commitment.Some support1 report
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Aggressive marketing drives tech adoption in the region, forcing companies like Flock Safety and Ring to contend with market pressures and privacy concerns in Santa Clara County.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A university in the Santa Clara area contracted Flock Safety for ALPRs but was forced to switch to Genetec after the county banned their use.Some support1 report
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Santa Clara County hired Tripepi Smith for website and logo refresh.Some support1 report
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Both Los Angeles County and Santa Clara County are facing increased financial burden.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Palo Alto is located within Santa Clara County.Some support2 reports
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Testing of potential 5G PNT capabilities is underway in Santa Clara County.Some support2 reports
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A health fair is being held in San Jose.Some support1 report
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A coalition involving Santa Clara and Monterey Counties is opposing ICE facility construction and supporting a lawsuit against ICE.Some support1 report
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A mines fire occurred near Livermore, involving the border area of Alameda and Santa Clara counties.Some support2 reports
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CPUC approved grant funding for Central Coast expansion, targeting homes in Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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Cupertino is located within Santa Clara County.Some support1 report
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Costco sold recalled grapevine plants in Santa Clara County on July 13, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Joint city/county oversight of development and blight issues in the San Jose/Santa Clara County area.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Mariani family is seeking approval for a residential development on orchard land in Santa Clara County, following two generations of farming.Some support3 reports
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Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit protecting Santa Clara County regarding the proposed ICE facility near Gilroy, which now affects Morgan Hill.Some support2 reports
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A statewide bond measure has been introduced with the goal of targeting local housing needs.Some support1 report
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Gilroy is located within Santa Clara County.Some support3 reports
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Around Santa Clara County this week
News at the entities that move Santa Clara County most-
Gilroy StructuralDHS facility construction was paused in Gilroy.Moves Santa Clara County
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Gavin Newsom StructuralGovernor Newsom vetoed a bill opposed by the American Beverage Association and backed by Californians Against Waste.Moves Santa Clara County
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state StructuralKarnataka is seeking state-specific flexibility regarding CZMP.Moves Santa Clara County
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Garcia StructuralGarcia runs ghost tours in Crescent City.Moves Santa Clara County
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Williams StructuralTECO customers are facing significant rate increases, leading to high utility bills and financial strain on consumers.Moves Santa Clara County
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New York City OperationalJoint entities are driving a high volume of General Obligation bond issuance in New York City.Moves Santa Clara County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 435, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Cupertino Structural
Cupertino is geographically contained within the jurisdiction of Santa Clara County.
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Yuan Fang Transactional
Santa Clara County formally placed property owner Yuan Fang on an inspection list.
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San Jose Structural
The city of San Jose is geographically contained within Santa Clara County and operates under its overarching jurisdiction and shared service framework.
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Gilroy Structural
Gilroy is a city administratively located within the boundaries and jurisdiction of Santa Clara County.
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James Williams Structural
James Williams serves as the Executive for Santa Clara County.
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Stanford University Structural
Santa Clara County exercises permitting authority and handles charges related to the university's development and operations.
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state Structural
Santa Clara County operates under the legal jurisdiction and framework of the state.
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Garcia Structural
Garcia holds the office of Superintendent within the governmental structure of Santa Clara County.
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California Structural
Santa Clara County operates as a governmental unit within the larger jurisdiction of the State of California, subject to its laws and oversight.
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board of education Structural
The board of education operates under the financial and policy recommendations of Santa Clara County.
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Williams Structural
James Williams serves as the County Executive for Santa Clara County.
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Silicon Valley Structural
Santa Clara County physically contains Silicon Valley and serves as the foundational regional context for its development.
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Gavin Newsom Structural
The Governor exercises formal authority and drives statewide policy that directly impacts Santa Clara County.
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New York City Operational
Santa Clara County and New York City are partners in a coalition suing the federal government to challenge immigration policy.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump's policies and administration actions are the direct cause of the operational challenges and legal conflicts faced by Santa Clara County.
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Meta Operational
Santa Clara County has initiated legal action against Meta concerning alleged scams operating within its jurisdiction.
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Lee Operational
Judge Lee actively influences Santa Clara County through legal rulings and injunctions regarding county land.
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board of supervisors Structural
The board of supervisors functions as the governing body responsible for advising on and giving final approval to county policies.
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State of California Operational
The entities are actively coordinated through joint litigation against ICE regarding a specific facility and through the county's operation within the state's public health system.
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Huy Tran Structural
Huy Tran holds a director position within the Santa Clara County government structure.
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Jeff Rosen Structural
Jeff Rosen held the office of District Attorney, operating within the legal and jurisdictional framework of Santa Clara County.
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Otto Lee Structural
Otto Lee serves as President of the Board of Supervisors for Santa Clara County.
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Alameda County Operational
The two counties actively coordinate and compete regarding shared local policy challenges and participate in joint pilot programs.
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National Rifle Association Operational
The NRA used its lobbying power to influence the legislative environment, successfully hindering comprehensive safety laws relevant to Santa Clara County's jurisdiction.
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Laurie Smith Structural
Laurie Smith held an office within Santa Clara County and was removed following bribery charges.
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Milpitas Structural
Santa Clara County's sheriff's office operates a minimum-security jail located within the city of Milpitas.
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Sunnyvale Structural
Sunnyvale is a city located within the administrative boundaries of Santa Clara County.
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Kelley Paul Structural
Kelley Paul serves as a Superior Court Judge within the jurisdiction of Santa Clara County.
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Mana Investments Transactional
Mana Investments is seeking operational approval from Santa Clara County for residential development.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Operational
The FBI is actively participating in an investigation that involves the jurisdiction and operational scope of Santa Clara County.
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supreme court Operational
Santa Clara County has actively engaged in legal action and monitoring of proceedings before the Supreme Court.
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Flock Safety Transactional
Flock Safety's operational presence in Santa Clara County has been terminated following regulatory scrutiny and a county-wide ban on camera usage.
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Sam Liccardo Operational
Sam Liccardo provides policy toolkits and aid to support the operations of Santa Clara County.
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Monterey County Operational
The two counties jointly coordinated to prepare an amicus brief supporting a specific lawsuit.
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Marin County Operational
The two counties are actively collaborating on a joint effort to challenge an ICE detention center plan.
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California Public Utilities Commission Structural
The California Public Utilities Commission directs funding targets for homes within Santa Clara County.
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National Alliance to End Homelessness Operational
The two entities jointly challenged funding guidelines against the Trump administration.
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ICE Operational
Santa Clara County is actively engaged in legal conflict with ICE regarding facility plans and alleged environmental violations.
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DHS Operational
Santa Clara County is involved in a lawsuit challenging the operational scope of the Department of Homeland Security.
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Stanford Shared context
Santa Clara County served as the jurisdiction where legal charges were filed against Stanford students.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
22 events- Santa Clara County handled charges against university students amid protests demanding divestment from companies supporting Israel.
- The California Attorney General took over a specific case involving Santa Clara County due to a conflict of interest.
- Laurie Smith was removed from office following bribery charges related to a corruption scandal in Santa Clara County.
- Rick Sung, a former Santa Clara County official, is implicated in a scheme involving Sharks tickets and promised Apple iPads.
- City officials and Mayor address housing market pressures and data model review in the region.
- Proposition 39, a policy initiative relevant to Santa Clara County, is seen as reflecting national trends established by Donald Trump.
- Santa Clara County is following its recommendation for fund transfers involving the board of education.
- A residential project near Tamien station in San Jose has been announced, with income limits tied to the county median.
- Shamann Walton introduced a moratorium ordinance in Gilroy, Santa Clara County.
- Santa Clara County sued ICE regarding alleged environmental law violations concerning a proposed facility near Gilroy.
- Multiple counties and cities, including Santa Clara, King, San Francisco, and Chicago, have joined lawsuits challenging Trump's public charge and visa rules.
- Judge Lee, nominated by President Biden, ruled in favor of Santa Clara County, while Rob Bonta criticized the Trump administration.
- A university is seeking permits from Santa Clara County for housing units located near El Camino Real.
- State and county authorities, including Judge Lee, sued ICE regarding the facility near Gilroy.
- Santa Clara County and Rob Bonta are actively seeking to block the construction of an ICE detention facility in the area.
- Regional Medical Center in San Jose serves Santa Clara County hospitals, and James Williams is the County Executive.
- Santa Clara County is enforcing a 2018 class-action litigation decree regarding the jail care overhaul, with facilities in San Jose and Milpitas, and comments from the County Executive.
- Child welfare agencies in Santa Clara and Alameda Counties face scrutiny over high child removal rates.
- VTA projects are being implemented to connect Santa Clara County to the wider region.
- Lone Star Funds made investments in properties within Santa Clara County.
- Anderson Reservoir requires seismic upgrades, county financing is needed, and an automaker plans a job-creating project.
- The District Attorney's office handles cases originating in Santa Clara County.
August 2026
16 events- State and County filed a lawsuit to stop construction in Santa Clara County.
- Otto Lee has taken office as President of the Board of Supervisors in Santa Clara County, sharing responsibility for local services and issues in the San Jose area.
- An officer was rushed for treatment after an incident occurred in Santa Clara County on August 1, 2026.
- Regulations apply to hills in both Oakland and Berkeley, and regulations apply to residents in the respective counties, including Santa Clara County.
- The NRA lobbied against comprehensive safety laws, while the District Attorney highlighted how ammo laws prevent harm, and Newsom's initiative was urged to be withdrawn.
- A case involving Citizens United established the de facto legal status of corporations as persons, allowing unlimited corporate slush-funding of political causes in Santa Clara County.
- A coauthored bill affecting California was introduced in the State Assembly and is currently pending in the California Senate.
- A civil rights organization is monitoring institutional failures in Santa Clara County, where the sheriff's office operates a minimum-security camp.
- Federal cuts are threatening the state's public healthcare system, impacting Medi-Cal services in Santa Clara County.
- A project in Santa Clara County adheres to the AIA 2030 net-zero commitment.
- A university in the Santa Clara area contracted Flock Safety for ALPRs but was forced to switch to Genetec after the county banned their use.
- Santa Clara County hired Tripepi Smith for website and logo refresh.
- Palo Alto is located within Santa Clara County.
- Testing of potential 5G PNT capabilities is underway in Santa Clara County.
- A health fair is being held in San Jose.
- A coalition involving Santa Clara and Monterey Counties is opposing ICE facility construction and supporting a lawsuit against ICE.
July 2026
15 events- California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Santa Clara County are confirmed to be under the state's jurisdiction.
- Several cities in Santa Clara County reported specific growth rates and assessed value increases on July 9, 2026.
- Planning for an ICE detention facility near Gilroy, which is located in Santa Clara County, has been discussed, and construction has been paused.
- Santa Clara County filed a lawsuit on July 1st to halt the planning and construction of a detention facility near Gilroy.
- The new event defines the geographical relationship between San Jose, Santa Clara County, Silicon Valley, and BART.
- A specialized business journal reports on the economic status of Santa Clara County, specifically focusing on its tax base and role in the regional economy.
- Aggressive marketing drives tech adoption in the region, forcing companies like Flock Safety and Ring to contend with market pressures and privacy concerns in Santa Clara County.
- Both Los Angeles County and Santa Clara County are facing increased financial burden.
- A mines fire occurred near Livermore, involving the border area of Alameda and Santa Clara counties.
- CPUC approved grant funding for Central Coast expansion, targeting homes in Santa Clara County.
- Cupertino is located within Santa Clara County.
- Costco sold recalled grapevine plants in Santa Clara County on July 13, 2026.
- The Mariani family is seeking approval for a residential development on orchard land in Santa Clara County, following two generations of farming.
- Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit protecting Santa Clara County regarding the proposed ICE facility near Gilroy, which now affects Morgan Hill.
- A statewide bond measure has been introduced with the goal of targeting local housing needs.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
7 events- Santa Clara County and Rob Bonta jointly filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration regarding ICE facility development in Gilroy.
- San Jose is implementing housing solutions, prioritizing university staff and serving workers across Santa Clara County to meet state mandates.
- ICE facility planning impacts county jurisdiction in Santa Clara County.
- The National Alliance to End Homelessness and others jointly challenged federal funding guidelines in federal court.
- Joint city/county oversight of development and blight issues in the San Jose/Santa Clara County area.
- Gilroy is located within Santa Clara County.
- The Governor has appointed a judge for the Santa Clara County court system.