San Jose, Mayor Matt Mahan

San Jose police altercation with homeless man captured on video, under review
A homeless man is in custody for indecent exposure and allegedly biting officers. Part of the altercation is captured on video. Advocates say police went too far. Now the incident is under investigation.
San Jose police beat homeless man as mayor pushes arrests
Less than a week after Mayor Matt Mahan announced a bold push to arrest homeless people who refuse help, disturbing videos show San Jose police officers beating and verbally taunting an elderly homeless man —  leading to a complaint from the local NAACP chapter.
San Jose Mayor Proposes Penalties for Homeless Residents Who Refuse Shelter
Mayor Matt Mahan said too many people are dying on the streets. His proposal would push people into services after they refuse shelter three times in 18 months.
San Jose Mayor Takes Dual Approach to Unsheltered Homeless Population
In a commentary published in The Mercury News, Mayor Matt Mahan describes a shelter and law enforcement approach to ending targeted homeless encampments within Northern California's largest city.
San Jose mayor wants pay raises tied to performance
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan said he wants to see measurable improvements in homelessness and public safety before doling out pay raises for top city officials.
San Jose Police under investigation after arrest of homeless man, complaints filed
The incident happened as the city is rolling out its latest plans to keep people from living on the streets.
San Jose mayor’s budget plan targets homelessness
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has long said he wants elected officials and city leaders to be accountable for eliminating homelessness and improving public safety. That's the centerpiece of his latest 2025-26 budget message.
The Issue Is Podcast: Katie Porter, Mike Madrid and Matt Mahan
Elex is joined by Katie Porter, who announced is running for California Governor. He is also joined by political strategist ...
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SJ Mayor Mahan Says Despite Sluggish Economy, City Can Reduce Homelessness and Be Safer, Cleaner
Last year’s initial budget projection featured an estimated $53 million shortfall. The new budget projection unveiled by ...
Prosecuting the homeless for their own good
Democrat-run cities in California are discovering they don't have to put up with rampant homelessness and drug addiction.
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San José's Mineta Airport Unveils $16.9M Retail Makeover Featuring Local Tech and Taste
San José's Mineta International Airport is revamping its retail with Hudson and Paradies Lagardère, aiming for a local, techy ...
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The Issue Is: Katie Porter, Mike Madrid and Matt Mahan
Elex is joined by Katie Porter, who announced she is running for California Governor. He is also joined by political ...
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San Jose workers rally against hiring freeze
Labor leaders representing San Jose’s workforce want city officials to increase funding for essential services amid a recent ...
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San Jose’s financial outlook for the coming fiscal year may not be as dim as initially thought, with the city now forecasted ...