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San Jose District 3 Council Race Nears Finish as Tordillos Leads in Fundraising

The San Jose District 3 special election is reaching its decisive moment, with voters heading to the polls Tuesday. The final financial disclosures ahead of the vote reveal a competitive and high-stakes race between Planning Commission Chair Anthony Tordillos and community leader Gabby Chavez-Lopez. Both candidates have used the final weeks of the campaign to consolidate support and push messaging, but it is Tordillos who holds the lead in fundraising. According to official filing

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24 Jun 2025 03:22 AM

San Jose District 3 Council Race Nears Finish as Tordillos Leads in Fundraising

The San Jose District 3 special election is reaching its decisive moment, with voters heading to the polls Tuesday. The final financial disclosures ahead of the vote reveal a competitive and high-stakes race between Planning Commission Chair Anthony Tordillos and community leader Gabby Chavez-Lopez. Both candidates have used the final weeks of the campaign to consolidate support and push messaging, but it is Tordillos who holds the lead in fundraising. According to official filing

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Trump halts ICE raids on farmworkers to support U.S. farmers and labor

President Donald Trump has announced a significant shift in immigration enforcement policy, confirming that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will cease raids targeting undocumented farmworkers. This decision comes as industries such as agriculture and hospitality raise concerns over losing long-time, irreplaceable workers to aggressive enforcement measures. In a public statement, President Trump acknowledged that while the objective of immigration enforcement remains to r

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13 Jun 2025 08:37 AM

Trump halts ICE raids on farmworkers to support U.S. farmers and labor

President Donald Trump has announced a significant shift in immigration enforcement policy, confirming that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will cease raids targeting undocumented farmworkers. This decision comes as industries such as agriculture and hospitality raise concerns over losing long-time, irreplaceable workers to aggressive enforcement measures. In a public statement, President Trump acknowledged that while the objective of immigration enforcement remains to r

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Caregiver Abuse in Santa Clara Triggers Reforms in California’s Care Home Industry

A Filipino woman who arrived in San Jose alone in 2016 found herself trapped in a cycle of exploitation after accepting a job as a live-in caregiver at a residential care facility for elderly people. She had expected the opportunity to bring financial support to her family in the Philippines, but instead was subjected to relentless labor without overtime pay, limited freedom, and unwanted advances from her employer. The woman, who was in her 60s at the time and requested anonymity to protect

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16 May 2025 00:50 AM

Caregiver Abuse in Santa Clara Triggers Reforms in California’s Care Home Industry

A Filipino woman who arrived in San Jose alone in 2016 found herself trapped in a cycle of exploitation after accepting a job as a live-in caregiver at a residential care facility for elderly people. She had expected the opportunity to bring financial support to her family in the Philippines, but instead was subjected to relentless labor without overtime pay, limited freedom, and unwanted advances from her employer. The woman, who was in her 60s at the time and requested anonymity to protect

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NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike

NJ Transit, the backbone of New Jersey's public transportation system, carried over a quarter-billion passengers in 2023. While the network plays a vital role in daily commutes, the past year has been marked by service disruptions, including last summer’s major delays, which prompted officials to implement a temporary fare holiday to compensate frustrated riders. Now, under the leadership of new CEO Kris Kolluri, NJ Transit is rolling out strategic improvements to enhance reliabilit

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24 Feb 2025 09:49 AM

NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike

NJ Transit, the backbone of New Jersey's public transportation system, carried over a quarter-billion passengers in 2023. While the network plays a vital role in daily commutes, the past year has been marked by service disruptions, including last summer’s major delays, which prompted officials to implement a temporary fare holiday to compensate frustrated riders. Now, under the leadership of new CEO Kris Kolluri, NJ Transit is rolling out strategic improvements to enhance reliabilit

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3 Dead, 30 Injured in Roof Collapse at Cement Factory in Madhya Pradesh

In a tragic incident on Thursday morning, three workers are feared dead, and nearly 30 others have been injured after a roof slab collapsed at an under-construction cement factory in Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. The roof slab was being laid as part of the construction work at the JK Cement plant when it suddenly gave way, trapping more than 50 workers under the debris. Panna's superintendent of p

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30 Jan 2025 08:21 AM

3 Dead, 30 Injured in Roof Collapse at Cement Factory in Madhya Pradesh

In a tragic incident on Thursday morning, three workers are feared dead, and nearly 30 others have been injured after a roof slab collapsed at an under-construction cement factory in Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. The roof slab was being laid as part of the construction work at the JK Cement plant when it suddenly gave way, trapping more than 50 workers under the debris. Panna's superintendent of p

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The Impact of Immigration Policy on High-Skilled Workers in the US

The 1990 Immigration Act brought significant changes to the H-1B visa program and employment-based green cards, imposing caps of 65,000 and 140,000 annually, respectively. These restrictions were implemented without considering the growing demand for skilled labor fueled by technological advancements. The arbitrary cap on H-1B visas quickly became insufficient as more than 70% of graduate students in tech fields at US universities were international students. In response to the escalat

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21 Nov 2024 06:21 AM

The Impact of Immigration Policy on High-Skilled Workers in the US

The 1990 Immigration Act brought significant changes to the H-1B visa program and employment-based green cards, imposing caps of 65,000 and 140,000 annually, respectively. These restrictions were implemented without considering the growing demand for skilled labor fueled by technological advancements. The arbitrary cap on H-1B visas quickly became insufficient as more than 70% of graduate students in tech fields at US universities were international students. In response to the escalat

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Divis Murali's Generous Contribution Aids Vijayawada Flood Relief Efforts

Vijayawada is currently facing one of the worst natural calamities in its history due to severe flooding. In this challenging situation, Divis Murali, the founder of Divis Laboratories, has emerged as a significant benefactor. His generous financial support of over Rs 2.5 crore is making a substantial difference in the flood relief efforts. This contribution is crucial for providing immediate aid and relief to the affected population in the region. In collaboration with the Akshaya

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03 Sep 2024 12:27 PM

Divis Murali's Generous Contribution Aids Vijayawada Flood Relief Efforts

Vijayawada is currently facing one of the worst natural calamities in its history due to severe flooding. In this challenging situation, Divis Murali, the founder of Divis Laboratories, has emerged as a significant benefactor. His generous financial support of over Rs 2.5 crore is making a substantial difference in the flood relief efforts. This contribution is crucial for providing immediate aid and relief to the affected population in the region. In collaboration with the Akshaya

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San Jose District 3 Council Race Nears Finish as Tordillos Leads in Fundraising

San Jose District 3 Council Race Nears Finish as Tordillos Leads in Fundraising

Trump halts ICE raids on farmworkers to support U.S. farmers and labor

Trump halts ICE raids on farmworkers to support U.S. farmers and labor

Caregiver Abuse in Santa Clara Triggers Reforms in California’s Care Home Industry

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NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike

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USS Gerald R. Ford Set to Leave Middle East After Record Deployment

US Stocks Open Lower as Investors Pause After Fed Rate Cut

FBI employee fired by Kash Patel for displaying Pride flag at desk

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Nearby super-Earth GJ 3378b raises hopes for habitability

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San Jose District 3 Council Race Nears Finish as Tordillos Leads in Fundraising

San Jose District 3 Council Race Nears Finish as Tordillos Leads in Fundraising

Trump halts ICE raids on farmworkers to support U.S. farmers and labor

Trump halts ICE raids on farmworkers to support U.S. farmers and labor

Caregiver Abuse in Santa Clara Triggers Reforms in California’s Care Home Industry

Caregiver Abuse in Santa Clara Triggers Reforms in California’s Care Home Industry

NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike

NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike

3 Dead, 30 Injured in Roof Collapse at Cement Factory in Madhya Pradesh

3 Dead, 30 Injured in Roof Collapse at Cement Factory in Madhya Pradesh

The Impact of Immigration Policy on High-Skilled Workers in the US

The Impact of Immigration Policy on High-Skilled Workers in the US

Divis Murali's Generous Contribution Aids Vijayawada Flood Relief Efforts

Divis Murali's Generous Contribution Aids Vijayawada Flood Relief Efforts

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