San Jose News
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San Jose Unveils Silicon Valley’s Largest Affordable Housing Project
Mayor Matt Mahan announced the groundbreaking of "Village at Berryessa", a 1,200-unit affordable housing complex near the Berryessa BART station. The $450 million project, funded by public-private partnerships, aims to ease the region’s housing crisis while incorporating green building standards.
Business News
Tech Giants Expand AI Research Facilities in San Jose
Google and NVIDIA have committed $300 million to expand their AI research campuses in North San Jose. The move is expected to create 2,000 high-paying jobs and solidify the city’s position as a global leader in artificial intelligence development.
Economic News
San Jose’s GDP Growth Outpaces National Average
Driven by booming tech and manufacturing sectors, San Jose’s economy grew 4.2% in Q2 2025—nearly double the national rate. Analysts credit strong venture capital inflows and increased exports of semiconductor equipment.
Political News
Controversial "Tech Tax" Proposal Heads to November Ballot
After heated debates, the San Jose City Council voted to let residents decide on a 1.5% gross receipts tax on large tech firms. Proponents say it will fund infrastructure; opponents warn it could drive companies away.
Employment News
Clean Energy Sector Hiring Spree Continues
San Jose added 3,800 new jobs in May, with solar, battery storage, and EV companies leading the way. LinkedIn data shows "sustainability engineer" is now the fastest-growing job title in the metro area.
Business News
Santa Clara County Tech Stocks Rally After Fed Decision
Local giants like Adobe, PayPal, and Applied Materials rose 2-4% as markets welcomed the Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain interest rates. The NASDAQ Composite hit a new record high of 18,750.
7-Day Forecast Forecast (June 26-22, 2025)
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Sun, June 26: ☀️ 84°F | Sunny, light NW winds
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Mon, June 27: ☀️ 88°F | Hotter, UV index 9
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Tue, June 28: ����️ 85°F | Morning clouds, afternoon sun
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Wed, June 29: ����️ 90°F | Heat advisory in effect
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Thu, June 20: ����️ 87°F | Mild breeze, smoky skies (NorCal wildfire haze)
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Fri, June 21: ����️ 83°F | Cooler, possible evening drizzle
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Sat, June 22: ⛅ 79°F | Partly cloudy, pleasant
Entertainment News
San Jose Earthquakes to Host MLS All-Star Game at PayPal Park
The city scored a major coup as PayPal Park was selected to host the 2025 MLS All-Star Game on July 30. Pre-game concerts will feature Silicon Valley-born artist G-Eazy.
Upcoming Events (June 26 – July 2025)
town: San Jose Sharks 2025 NHL Draft Party (June 28) – SAP Center watch party
Movies: "Tech Noir" World Premiere (June 20) – California Theatre (film shot in SJ)
Festivals: San Jose Jazz Summer Fest (June 27-29) – Plaza de César Chávez
Concerts: Blink-182’s "One More Time" Tour (July 1) – SAP Center
town: USA vs. Mexico Olympic Soccer Friendly (July 5) – PayPal Park
Movies: Drive-In Retro Film Series (July 8-12) – History Park San Jose
Theater: "In the Heights" Bilingual Production (July 10-20) – Hammer Theatre
Festivals: Silicon Valley Pride Parade & Festival (July 19) – Downtown SJ
Concerts: San Jose Symphony: Video Game Music Night (July 22) – San Jose Civic
Tech Note: The new "Smart Park" downtown will debut July 4 with interactive light shows synchronized to music via AI.
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