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Preschool serves low-income San Jose neighborhood

Mar 31, 2016
It’s a lot like the expensive, play-based preschools that abound in affluent areas.
Teacher Roopali Born with preschoolers at lunch time.
Deepa Fernandes

Census data shows wealth and poverty of California cities

Sep 20, 2012
Fresno, California is one of the nation's poorest regions. Just three hours away, San Jose is one of the richest.

San Jose pension vote could set precedent

Jun 5, 2012
Voters in the California city today are considering slashing public employee pensions in a ballot initiative that could set a precedent for other cities.