The fault lines are beginning to show as San Jose leaders continue budget talks that must balance a $56 million deficit.

Cupertino officials are asking residents if they’re willing to pay more taxes, as the city faces mounting financial pressures and rising service costs.

Several top Santa Clara County officials are running for reelection unchallenged this year — but two incumbents will have to fight for their county-level seats.

The race for California governor won’t make room for Derek Grasty and Ramsey Robinson, and that’s exactly why you should be paying attention to them. You won’t see either of them on TV much or in ...