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Santa Clara

The city of Santa Clara flipped on a big Internet switch this week, becoming what it says is the first in the country to use wireless, digital "smart meters" on homes as channels for free citywide outdoor Wi-Fi. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Calif. City Gets Free Outdoor Wi-Fi Via High Tech ‘Smart Meters’

The city of Santa Clara flipped on a big Internet switch this week, becoming what it says is the first in the country to use wireless, digital “smart meters” on homes as channels for free citywide outdoor Wi-Fi.

2013/03/27

Investigators search a Santa Clara home where explosive material was found. (credit: CBS)

Bay Area Man Held In Threat Against State Official

A threat to a state official has led authorities to arrest a Santa Clara man and confiscate explosive materials and a loaded handgun.

2013/02/13

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Volunteers Implement Technology To Search For Missing Teen

Search volunteer Cecilia Ponzini using her cell phone’s QR app to zero in on a square barcode, printed at the bottom of the poster for quick internet access to information on the case.

2012/04/06

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