Author: Carolyn Schuk
City Politics
City Charter: Police Chief Only Needs a High School Diploma
July 5, 2023
The qualifications to be Santa Clara’s elected police chief aren’t set by the City’s HR professionals or best practices established...
Community
Rick Peralta Gave His All
July 4, 2023
At this time of year, we celebrate both our nation’s founding and those who gave “the last full measure of...
City Politics
Police Chief 10% Raise Proposed
June 26, 2023
At its June 27 meeting, the Santa Clara City Council will consider raising the elected police chief’s salary by 10%...
Arts & Entertainment
San José Stage’s Noir Othello Boils and Burns
June 22, 2023
Strap in for a wild ride. San Joe Stage’s Othello, directed by Kenneth Kelleher, hits the ground running and never...
Community
Santa Clara Historic Preservation Society Launches Speaker Series
June 20, 2023
When you think about agriculture in Santa Clara, you probably think about prunes and apricots. But the Santa Clara Valley’s...
Community
Soroptimists’ Classy Bag Affaire “Best Ever”
June 19, 2023
In 2011, Soroptimist International Santa Clara Silicon Valley (SISCSV) put on its first-ever Classy Bag Luncheon and Auction. It was...
City Politics
Santa Clara Considers Changing Police Chief and City Clerk System
June 14, 2023
The City Council will appoint a charter review committee to consider changing the elected police chief and city clerk positions...
Arts & Entertainment
Performances Close to Home This Weekend
June 2, 2023
Lovers of the performing arts have several great performances to enjoy this weekend in the South Bay, all featuring performers...
BusinessCommunity
St. Justin Thrift Store Back in Business
May 15, 2023
I have a special affection for the St. Justin Thrift Store. I still wear a tweedy jacket I bought there...
Community
Celebrating Spring in the Eddie Souza Community Garden
May 11, 2023
In April, Santa Clara City Council Member (District 5) Suds Jain took swapped out his City Hall responsibilities for his...









