Merced murder suspect caught in Gilroy
A man suspected of shooting and killing a baby in Merced was caught in Gilroy on Nov. 17, according to police.
Daevon Motshwane, 18, was booked into Merced County Jail on charges of murder, assault with a deadly weapon and gang enhancements, among other charges....
Man arrested on suspicion of starting dumpster fire
Gilroy Police arrested a man Jan. 31 on suspicion of setting a dumpster on fire on First Street a week prior.
According to police, a fire was reported in a dumpster during the early morning hours of Jan. 25 on the 400 block of First...
Delivery center proposed in Gilroy
Amazon is expected to be the tenant of a proposed delivery center at the intersection of Highway 152 and Camino Arroyo, adding to a sizable investment the online retail and web services giant is making in Gilroy and Hollister.
According to conceptual plans submitted to...
Ray Sanchez ends 15-year term on veterans board
After more than 15 years of service as a director for the South Santa Clara Valley Memorial District (SSCVMD), veteran Ray Sanchez has decided not to run for re-election, leaving an opening to be filled by appointment by the County Board of Supervisors.
“Ray has...
Gilroy Arts Alliance opens new exhibit, looks to expand offerings
The downtown Gilroy arts scene has experienced a renaissance as of late, with the addition of an artist studio on Sixth Street, to a massive mural project in an alleyway and monthly art walks.
The Gilroy Arts Alliance, the nonprofit that operates the Gilroy Center...
Police ask public for help ID’ing SR 152 vandal
Anyone who thinks their vehicle was struck by an object on SR-152 in this area and during the specified time frame is asked to file a police report with the CHP office, if they have not already done so, authorities urged.
Man on electric skateboard fatally struck in Gilroy
A man was struck and killed Saturday night in Gilroy. Â
Officers responded around 9pm to First Street between Wren and Kern avenues after receiving several 911 calls about a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle.
Police found a 34-year-old man at the scene suffering from major...
Gilroy City Council denies electronic billboard plan
The Gilroy City Council rejected a proposal March 20 that would have allowed two digital billboards along Highway 101.
On a 4-3 vote, the council denied an appeal by property owner Mike Conrotto and billboard company Outfront Media, who sought the governing body’s approval after...
March 16 Bach to Blues concert features Kaye Bohler
The annual Bach to Blues concert will take place at the Gavilan College Theater at 7pm March 16.
Back to Blues is a fundraising concert that showcases faculty, students and amazing local talent. This year's guest performers include Kaye Bohler and the Hollister High School...
Developers, retirees fund mayoral campaign
Marie Blankley’s mayoral campaign continues to receive large donations from retirees, developers and other business interests, finance documents show.
According to the latest Form 460 documents filed with the Gilroy City Clerk’s Office, Blankley raised $9,289 from Sept. 20 to Oct. 17, bringing the total...























