A sheriff’s stance creates new issue as Super Bowl week approaches.

Santa Clara County Sheriff Bob Jonsen has drawn a clear line ahead of next week’s Super Bowl. He says his department will not assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement during the event. His comments come as federal officials signal a strong ICE presence in the Bay Area.

The Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will take place on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium. The Trump administration plans to deploy ICE agents to the region. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem previously said, “We’ll be all over that place.” A DHS official added this week that people in the country legally “have nothing to fear.”

Jonsen came up openly on Thursday. He said local law enforcement will not change its approach. “We will not be working or supporting ICE Immigration Enforcement,” Jonsen told reporters. He urged federal agencies to communicate with local officials before acting in the community.

Sheriff Vows Transparency As Tensions Rise

Super Bowl Trophy (Photo Via Imagn Images)
Jonsen said his priority remains public safety and trust. He reassured fans traveling to Santa Clara for the game. “If you see us out there, we’re there to help you,” he said. “Don’t hesitate to contact someone wearing a uniform.”

He stressed that local officers will remain visible and approachable. “If they’re not masked, if they’re wearing tan and green or blue or black, trust me, they’re there for your protection,” Jonsen said. He warned residents to stay alert if they encounter masked agents. “If they’re masked and they’re trying to hide their identity, then somebody hasn’t communicated with us,” he said.

The sheriff pointed to years of community outreach. He said fear could undo that work. “We’ve spent decades building this community and building that trust,” he said. He added that poor communication only raises anxiety.

Recent deadly incidents involving law enforcement have influenced all these decisions. The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis and the death of Renee Good, who ICE officers shot in her car, sparked protests nationwide. Some Trump administration officials blame local leaders for not backing federal enforcement.

Reports on Thursday claimed ICE has no plans to operate inside Levi’s Stadium during the Super Bowl or at NFL events. DHS told TMZ its plans remain unchanged. DHS assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin said the department will ensure safety “in-line with the US constitution.”

Local officials still worry about fear in immigrant communities. San Jose City Council member Peter Ortiz said residents feel unsafe. “We’re already seeing that they are scared to go out to eat, scared to go to the local corner store, scared to send their kids to school.” he told the San Jose Spotlight.

President Trump said he will skip the Super Bowl. He also criticized the choice of Bad Bunny as the halftime performer. The artist has cited ICE actions as a reason he avoided mainland US tour dates.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.