Jana Kadah

1 week ago | richmondside.org | Jana Kadah

Less than a year after Stege Elementary was suddenly shut down for environmental hazards, parents and community leaders are organizing to get their lead poisoning questions answered. A report by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) released Jan. 22 found that construction workers who were doing renovations at Stege Elementary last summer, before the district closed the school, were likely exposed to elevated lead levels and had not been warned about the risks.

2 weeks ago | richmondside.org | Jana Kadah

The West Contra Costa Unified School District board plans to announce the new superintendent at its June 11 meeting at the latest  — if all goes according to plan.  After a months-long search and several public meetings to hear what community members want in their next schools leader, school board President Leslie Reckler said in a press release today that after interviewing three top candidates, the board selected a finalist and is doing reference checks and negotiating a contract.

May 5, 2024 | localnewsmatters.org | Jana Kadah |San Jose Spotlight

A decades old staple in San Jose’s art scene is at risk of closing, so it’s turning to the community for help. The San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, located in downtown’s SoFA district, has raised enough money to survive until July. After that it’s up to donors, visitors and fans to help raise a total of $300,000 — and the museum is already halfway there. The 42-year-old museum is a small, beloved part of San Jose’s burgeoning art scene.

May 2, 2024 | nbcbayarea.com | Jana Kadah

A decades-old staple in San Jose's art scene is at risk of closing, so it's turning to the community for help. The San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, located in downtown's SoFA district, has raised enough money to survive until July. After that it's up to donors, visitors and fans to help raise a total of $300,000 -- and the museum is already halfway there. The 42-year-old museum is a small, beloved part of San Jose's burgeoning art scene.

Apr 30, 2024 | localnewsmatters.org | Jana Kadah |San Jose Spotlight

A LOOMING BUDGET shortfall in San Jose means growing threats of layoffs at City Hall. San Jose is facing a nearly $52.1 million shortfall this year and will have to find ways to cut costs while preserving city services. City officials have been clear that cutting vacant positions will be part of the approach. What hasn’t been clear is whether some filled position will be cut.