Field set to decide next San Jose District 3 representative. Here’s who is running

Residents in San Jose District 3 now have a better understanding of whom their next leader will be as the field on who’s running to replace disgraced former Councilmember Omar Torres is set.

Following Friday’s deadline, seven candidates split between political newcomers and the city’s old guard have qualified to appear on the April 8 special election ballot, while 11 candidates have submitted applications to fill the leadership void in an interim capacity.

The early frontrunners for the seat include Irene Smith...