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March 14, 2026

Gilroy Police Take 12 Minutes to Get to Some Calls

A county report says Gilroy police take the longest to respond to emergencies of any city in the area—but police and city officials say it’s likely that the report is wrong, even though the department is working to improve its slow response times.

Fireworks on the streets

The 16 fund-raising groups that won the public safety debate

Updated: Gilroy hit hard by property value decline

The county tax assessor expects Gilroy property values to fall

City sets up Takko-Machi fund

The Gilroy City Council voted unanimously Monday night to

Full story: City douses water deal

The city administrator has rejected an offer to buy Gilroy's

Population rises, but still less than 50K

Gilroyans should get ready to see a new population total on the

Mayor Says ‘Growing Pains’ Are Necessary to Rebuild Downtown

Forum outlines difficulties businesses will face during 10-month

Photo: Local CHP captain retires

The commander of the Hollister-Gilroy Area of the California Highway Patrol, Capt. Allen Stallman, has retired. There was a celebration of his distinguished career of more than 25 years of service on Feb. 21 at the “Old City Hall” in Gilroy, according to an announcement from the CHP. A representative from Assemblyman Luis Alejo’s Office, Jaiver Gomez, was in attendance to present Stallman with an assembly resolution signed by Alejo and State Sen. Bill Monning. From the CHP’s Coastal Division, Chief Reggie Chappelle presented Stallman with his retirement certificate, and Assistant Chief Scott Howland presented him with his retired captain’s badge. He served as the commander of the Hollister-Gilroy CHP area for approximately two years. According to the CHP, under his command the Senior Volunteer program was implemented and the CHP has begun presenting the Age Well Drive Smart classes for Senior Drivers.   

South Valley celebrates ‘legend’ Sig Sanchez

Local and regional representatives and public officials held an early 100th birthday celebration last week for South Valley political icon, Gilroy Hall of Famer and longtime farmer Sig Sanchez.

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