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Alyson Chuyang

City Editor

Alyson is based in San Jose, CA, and helped launch SJtoday in February 2022. She graduated from San Jose State, where she reported on the city’s arts + culture scene for her alma mater’s paper, The Spartan Daily. You can find her scouting new South Bay eateries or thrifting around town.

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Yoshihiro Uchida surrounded by current and former judo students at his 103rd birthday gala.
History
San Josean spotlight: Yoshihiro Uchida
The legendary judo coach will celebrate his 103rd birthday on Saturday, April 1, and we’re providing you a brief look at this centenarian’s life and legacy in San Jose, CA.
March 30, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The "Arch of Dignity" public art on San Jose State University's campus.
History
A tour of Cesar Chavez’s legacy throughout San Jose, CA
Take a look at four historic landmarks in San Jose, CA that trace back to the roots of the famed labor rights leader and activist.
March 30, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The Campus Village Apartments on San Jose State University's campus from a ground-level perspective.
San Jose State University plans to invest $334 million into new campus housing
There is a lot in the works at San Jose State University in downtown San Jose, CA.
March 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A collage of three different drinks at different bars with superimposed images of zodiac symbols.
Food
The zodiac signs as San Jose bars
See which San Jose, CA bar you should hop to next based on your zodiac sign.
March 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Downtown San Jose during sunrise.
History
This day in history: San Jose, CA’s incorporation
On March 27, 1850, the first California legislature incorporated San Jose as an official city. Let’s take a look at the significance of this date.
March 24, 2023
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The exterior of Coterie Winery in downtown San Jose.
Food
8 wineries in and around San Jose, CA
Support local South Bay wineries and vineyards with a few glasses of wine — not too shabby of a task.
March 17, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
An aerial view of Downtown San Jose in the 1980s.
History
San Jose decades: The 1980s
From the founding of Adobe to the opening of the Fairmont Hotel, there was no shortage of historical moments in San Jose, CA within the dazzling decade of the 1980s.
March 14, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A woman looks at a man who is playing a guitar.
Culture
Upcoming spring theater productions in San Jose, CA
Look forward to these 7 shows you can catch this spring at several Downtown San Jose theaters.
March 7, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The exterior of the Littlest Little Italy food hall showing the names of different merchants inside.
Food
Littlest Little Italy in Downtown San Jose brings a 5-in-1 food hall
The former Enoteca La Storia in Little Italy, San Jose, CA has been transformed into an Italian cuisine food hall.
March 7, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The entryway sign to San Pedro Square at night.
Live
A guide to San Pedro Square
Explore the restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and activities within San Pedro Square in Downtown San Jose, CA.
March 3, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A large-scale mural of Ruth Bader Ginsburg on one of the high rises in San Jose's downtown.
Events
2023 Women’s History Month events in San Jose, CA
Celebrate all the women in your life, right here in the great 408.
March 3, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A screenshot of the City of San Jose map displaying the streets of The Alameda.
History
15 historic street names in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA has 245+ years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
March 2, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A bunch of Humphry Slocombe pints stacked in a fridge.
Food
Humphry Slocombe opens at the Pruneyard
Founded 15 years ago in San Francisco, the Bay Area ice creamery opens its newest location in San Jose, CA.
March 2, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The EMS Kusina food truck with the Philippines flag on top of it.
Food
Food trucks in and around San Jose, CA
You don’t want to miss these seven mobile eateries when they roll by.
February 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A person walks down a trail that overlooks San Jose.
Travel and Outdoors
Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority celebrates 30 years
Let’s give it up to the organization that has preserved our natural resources, and kept Santa Clara Valley’s green spaces clean since 1993.
February 21, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Dancers from a lesson pose for a group photo.
Culture
7 dance studios in San Jose, CA
Find your rhythm and groove.
February 21, 2023
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Jessica Te
Councilmembers Domingo Candelas, Omar Torres, and Peter Ortiz pose with former Santa Clara County Supervisor Blanca Alvarado.
City
Who is Blanca Alvarado?
Here’s a quick lesson on a prominent figure in San Jose, CA’s political history.
February 17, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A bush of silver lupine flowers.
Travel and Outdoors
Native plants in San Jose, CA
Let’s learn a little about the wild + native plants that grow in the “Valley of Heart’s Delight.”
February 17, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A map showing purple-highlighted parts that will be the Downtown West transit village.
City
What’s the update with Google’s Downtown West transit village?
Google may be reassessing its construction timeline, following an announcement mid-February 2023.
February 16, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown San Jose.
Arts
Broadway San Jose announces its 2023-2024 shows
You don’t want to miss out on this packed lineup of hit musicals coming to the Center of Performing Arts in Downtown San Jose, CA.
February 14, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A screenshot of San Jose's interactive map showing the district boundaries.
City
Local Government 101: Meet the City Council
Become familiar with San Jose, CA’s local government with our first installment of SJ GOV 101: Meet your council members.
February 14, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A bunch of candy hearts with San Jose sayings.
Culture
Our love letter to San Jose
Here’s our roundup of 10 reasons to not leave the great 408.
February 9, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Charlene and Mike share a kiss at the DJ stand.
Culture
Local love: Meet SOULMAT3S
From what started as a shared hobby between husband and wife, has now blossomed into local fame within Downtown San Jose nightlife.
February 7, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A picture of City Hall from the ground perspective.
City
Joining boards and commissions in San Jose, CA
Learn how you can join one of San Jose’s 27 boards + commissions.
February 3, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Mayor Matt Mahan and his family stand on the stage as he takes the oath of office.
City
Mayor Matt Mahan’s February inauguration ceremony
Along with presentations from local organizations, Mayor Matt Mahan discussed his vision for San Jose at his February 1st official inauguration ceremony.
February 2, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A sketch of the capitol building in San Jose.
History
San Jose: California’s second state capital
How did San Jose become California’s state capital, and why isn’t our city it anymore?
February 2, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A graphic featuring Camino Brewing Company, Clandestine Brewing, and S27 Ales glasses.
Food
San Jose celebrates Beer Week
SF Beer Week has commenced, and San Jose, CA is celebrating too.
January 31, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A wall displaying different art canvasses.
Culture
Four February art shows we’re excited for
Check out these art shows from several art collectives and galleries within San Jose, CA.
January 27, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The San Pedro Social and Slice of Homage illuminated signs in Downtown.
Culture
2023 NFC Championship watch parties
Let’s see where you can cheer on your favorite team in San Jose, CA this Sunday, Jan. 29 as the San Francisco 49ers face the Philadelphia Eagles.
January 26, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A "haunted" themed-cocktail menu.
“Haunted Tavern” coming to Winchester Mystery House
Get ready for a spectacular night of scary-good cocktails and fun at the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, CA.
January 24, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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