New ‘turbo roundabout’ open at Highways 25/156
All lanes are now open at the new “turbo roundabout” intersection at Highways 25 and 156 in San Benito County. The California Department of Transportation released a how-to video on Youtube—in both English and Spanish—advising travelers how to approach and navigate the new intersection,...
Pedestrian dies after Dec. 6 hit and run
A man who was sent to the hospital with major injuries resulting from a Dec. 6 hit and run collision has died, according to police.
Car club to host fundraiser for Morgan Hill family involved in tragic collision
Elisa and Valentina Ornelas—ages 7 and 4, respectively—enjoyed Volkswagens as much as their father, Cesar Ornelas, who is a collector of vintage vehicles. They loved riding in his yellow Bug, which the girls called “the banana,” or his green Volkswagen (“the green bean”) to...
DA declines to charge Oct. 30 shooting suspect
Santa Clara County prosecutors said Nov. 3 they do not have enough evidence to file charges against Benjamin David Calderon, who Gilroy Police arrested Oct. 30 in relation to a fatal shooting at a city councilmember’s home.
“We have declined to file charges pending further...
Happy swings: Gilroy girls volleyball team finds joy in playing again
The past year of uncertainty with high school sports has left the Gilroy High girls volleyball team excited about the upcoming season.
“Our No. 1 goal is to enjoy the sport,” Mustangs coach Brian Calimpong said. “After the last 18 months, I am just thankful...
Youth is served: Emma Van Laar paces Gilroy High swim team
Emma Van Laar admits the monotony of swimming lap after lap gets to her occasionally.
“I really do get bored of it at times, and that’s when I know I should set new goals so I can stay motivated,” said Van Laar, who just completed...
Suspect arrested in relation to South County shooting
A suspect wanted for allegedly shooting at a process server over the weekend in Santa Clara County was arrested on Feb. 1, authorities said.
Christopher Croul, 64, was taken into custody without incident in Morgan Hill but no other details were released about how investigators...
Elias named first female commander of Gilroy CHP scales
California Highway Patrol Lt. Erica Elias, a veteran officer and alumnus of Hollister High School and Gavilan College, has been named the first female Commander of the Gilroy Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility since it was founded in 1985.
“Erica is ecstatic to give back to...
Saint Louise medical staff receive new Covid-19 vaccine
Dr. Roger Chiou of Saint Louise Regional Hospital was the first South County recipient of the new Covid-19 vaccine Thursday afternoon.
Police search for Gilroy man in relation to Milpitas homicide
Police are searching for Gilroy resident Kevin James Gitmed in relation to an Oct. 10 homicide that occurred in Milpitas, according to authorities.
