A bill would let state legislators, who say they fear for their safety, shield their property holdings from disclosure forms. But critics say that could conceal potential conflicts of interest.

The California Public Records Act grants the public access to government documents, with some exceptions. But using the act can sometimes be difficult.

Even if Mayor Sam Liccardo gets his way, the videos would only see the light of day by fall—up to five months after the demonstrations.

Locally, however, the only controversy over the treaty involved how, exactly, to divvy up the money once it starts pouring into city coffers.

Judge Patricia Lucas on Friday threw out the case, which accused city officials of unlawful secrecy in their dealings with Google.

Though there was no ruling Thursday afternoon, the plaintiffs held a presser, addressing a crowd gathered on the outskirts of St. James Park.

Plaintiffs in a lawsuit over San Jose’s secret negotiations with Google are questioning the impartiality of a new judge assigned to the case.

A probe that initially targeted the city’s procurement practices changed focus once civil grand jurors realized another problem was at play.

The county’s top cop demands notes, recordings and other source material auditors may have used to compile the already overdue draft.

A new lawsuit filed against San Jose claims city officials signed illegal NDAs at Google’s behest to secure a $67 million land deal.

The First Amendment Coalition has been awarded $100,000 in attorneys’ fees in its successful public records lawsuit against Milpitas.

The former manager billed taxpayers for his own legal fees and then tried to cover his tracks, according to a newly released report.

The public’s right to know about a former Milpitas official’s alleged misconduct outweighs his right to privacy, according to a court ruling.

A Santa Clara County judge heard oral arguments from both sides on Monday and is expected to issue a ruling in the case within 90 days.

Milpitas once again finds itself at odds with its city manager, whose litigious posturing has triggered a probe into suspected corruption.

Milpitas City Manager Tom Williams is seeking a court order Friday to block a records release that would show his $1 million demand.