Development

Streetview of a 6 story mixed-use residential and retail space on a sunny day, with cars parked along the street.
Development
February housing development updates for San Jose
From mixed-use spaces to affordable units for students and teachers, we’re rounding up new developments coming soon to the great 408.
February 15, 2024 04:32 PM
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Gregg Aronica
The Google "G" logo sits on top of a skyline view of downtown San Jose from I-280.
Development
Google says its downtown San Jose development will proceed
A brief history on Google’s Downtown West Project, and a rundown on the latest update.
February 9, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
A BART train at the Berryessa train station.
Development
What is happening with BART’s expansion into San Jose?
The project’s second phase would extend BART from Berryessa into downtown San Jose, ending service in Santa Clara.
February 1, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
A metal sign in the shape of a gear with the words “Urban Putt” sits on the ground.
Small Business
Urban Putt to open in San Jose
The SF-originated mini-putt establishment has moved operations to the great 408.
January 31, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
A view from I-880 northbound, with a wet roadway + potholes which cars are swerving to avoid.
City
#Asked: Why are these roadways always wet?
Even if it isn’t raining, these roadways continue to spray water onto frustrated motorists.
January 24, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
A BART train at the Berryessa train station.
Airports and Transportation
San Jose’s transit projects: What’s the status?
We’re breaking down three major transit projects in San Jose + California as a whole.
January 21, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
Rendering of a building in San Jose, with people walking nearby.
Development
Housing developments coming to San Jose in 2024
New year, new you, new housing coming soon. Builders and designers are hard at work to bring these developments to San Jose in 2024.
January 10, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
The Mini Gourmet's bright red sign, sporting the restaurant's menu options: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Small Business
#Asked: When is Mini Gourmet reopening?
The lights are on and someone is home at this nostalgic spot, but opening details remain sparse.
January 4, 2024
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Gregg Aronica
The Bank of Italy Tower from a ground view.
Development
Historic Bank of Italy Tower to convert to housing
Original plans for the Bank of Italy Tower in downtown San Jose have switched from small office renovation to housing.
January 3, 2024
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Alyson Chuyang
An image of the construction of a building in San Jose, with trees and people walking.
Development
Urban Putt gears up for January launch in downtown San Jose
Urban Putt’s unique spin on minigolf will feature San Jose-specific sculptures, courses, and an event space.
December 14, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Rendering of a six story residential building, with white and grey siding, and brown balconies and trim, along an empty street. There are trees along the street.
Development
Three new housing developments approved for San Jose
The developments will be funded primarily through Santa Clara County’s Measure A, and will create more affordable units.
December 8, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
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