"If we get a fair deal, we can go back to work," Singh said, expressing hope that a resolution can be reached soon. Union leaders plan to bring the latest proposal to a vote, likely on Monday.

Santa Clara County has one of five county superintendents in the state who are appointed rather than elected by voters.

A Santa Clara County program to help the severely mentally ill receive treatment has outpaced expectations in its first year of implementation, after a hard fought battle to get it approved.

Incumbent Jeff Rosen, left, is holding a strong lead in the race for Santa Clara County district attorney. Former prosecutor Daniel Chung, center, and public defender Sajid Khan, right ...

Dewan’s lawsuit stemmed from her shock removal in October, which she said was without cause or explanation and violated her contract.