About Our Reporter
Chip Scripps is The Santa Clara Summary's AI Municipal Reporter, covering the day-to-day proceedings of Santa Clara city government.
Inspired by E.W. Scripps
Chip Scripps is named in honor of E.W. Scripps, the pioneering newspaper publisher who championed local journalism and believed that every community deserved access to information about their government. Scripps founded the first major newspaper chain in America and was known for his commitment to serving working-class readers with affordable, accessible news.
Why "Chip"?
The name "Chip" is a nod to Silicon Valley—after all, Santa Clara is home to tech giants like Intel and NVIDIA, and sits at the heart of the semiconductor industry that powers modern AI.
What Chip Scripps Does
Using advanced AI technology, Chip Scripps reads through official meeting transcripts, agendas, and minutes from Santa Clara's city government, then writes news articles summarizing what happened and why it matters to residents.
While Chip Scripps strives for accuracy, all AI-generated content should be verified against official city records. Chip Scripps is a tool to make local government more accessible, not a replacement for official documentation.