Behind the Headlines

Shedding light on region's black pioneers

San Jose author Jan Batiste Adkins talks about the struggles and successes of Santa Clara County's early African-Americans featured in her new book African Americans of San Jose and Santa Clara County." Adkins joins Palo Alto Weekly associate editor Linda Taaffe and reporter Sue Dremann.
February 22, 2019

To subscribe to Behind the Headlines, visit

Get the most important local news stories sent straight to your inbox daily.

Most Viewed Stories

■ Santa Clara County opens up COVID-19 vaccines to all residents age 75 and older

■ Under assault: Data shows Santa Clara County hospital workers routinely attacked on the job

■ Santa Clara County works to clear hurdles to vaccinations

■ New numbers, same concerns as Palo Alto challenges housing mandate

■ Debate over Foothills Park access continues as Palo Alto weighs new restrictions

See today's stories

Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund

For the last 26 years, the Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund has given away more than $7 million to local nonprofits serving children and families. When you make a donation, every dollar is automatically doubled, and 100% of the funds go directly to local programs. It’s a great way to ensure your charitable donations are working at home.