Judge denies VTA's injunction to halt transit workers' strike

A Santa Clara County judge has temporarily denied the Valley Transportation Authority's request for an injunction to stop an ongoing strike by transit workers. The judge cited noncompliance with court rules as the reason for the denial. The strike, involving Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265, has entered its second week, disrupting bus and light rail services. The VTA claims the workers are violating a "no strike" clause, while the union argues the contract has expired. The judge stated that the VTA can refile its request if it meets the necessary court requirements. The ruling allows for future consideration of the injunction once compliant documents are submitted.