San Jose faces a contentious debate over its $5 billion budget as Mayor Matt Mahan champions a "back-to-basics" approach for homelessness and policing, amid political divide and economic challenges.

San Jose Police Department (SJPD) is facing criticism for categorizing pointing a firearm at civilians as a "procedure" issue rather than a use of force, which critics argue minimizes the seriousness of such incidents.

San Jose reaches new labor agreements, providing above-average annual wage increases and other benefits to its building inspectors, police dispatchers, and park rangers.

A San Jose councilmember accepts a challenge from a formerly homeless resident to spend a night in a shelter before voting on a new spending plan that could affect the future of affordable housing and homelessness solutions in the city.

One month after The Mercury News sued San Jose over its handling of a scandal involving a stripper, the city is now advancing controversial protocols that limit public access to city records and reduce outside oversight, raising concerns for transparency advocates.

The district attorney has dropped the investigation into the Cupertino City Council members over alleged misconduct and interference; however, the ongoing saga involving political tensions and staff concerns continues to plague the city.

San Jose officials aim to close an election loophole and prevent inappropriate political involvement in a bid to tighten local election rules and restore public trust.

Accusations of corruption and dishonesty continue to plague Santa Clara Councilmember Anthony Becker, as recent developments add new dimensions to Santa Clara Councilmember Anthony Becker's indictment unraveling deepening political drama and potential consequences on the city's turbulent relationship with the 49ers.

Vice President Kamala Harris stops by the Bay Area to discuss semiconductor research and development as Applied Materials announces plans for a $4 billion research center in Silicon Valley.

New reports suggest Santa Clara Councilmember Anthony Becker, indicted for allegedly leaking a grand jury report on the city council's relationship with the 49ers, may have also tried to pin the blame on Mayor Lisa Gillmor and allegedly got married so his husband wasn't required to testify against him.

Defying the odds and neighboring cities' economic challenges, San Jose continues to report budget surpluses. A number of factors have contributed to the South Bay city's success.

Santa Clara County Special Education Teachers Protest Safety Concerns: Unions and educators demanded improved safety conditions after a series of physical assaults from students with special needs, including better staffing and training in de-escalation techniques

After Bruce Miller allegedly sent a death threat via a twitter DM to California Representative Eric Swalwell, questions have been raised about political intimidation and how to address such grievances.