Calfire warns of conditions with strong winds, low humidity
Calfire released an announcement that the agency is temporarily increasing its staffing to deal with a heightened fire danger due to strong winds and low humidity.
Updated: Union Road fatality victim was from Pacific Grove
A 71-year Pacific Grove man died in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon on Union Road south of Geneil Court in San Benito County, according to a press statement from the California Highway Patrol.
Officers investigate possible attempted abduction
Hollister Police officers are investigating a possible attempted abduction reported by a juvenile girl that allegedly occurred Tuesday evening in the area of Beverly Drive, near Hillcrest Road.
Chase ends when suspect on motorcycle crashes into parked car
A police chase on Hollister’s west side ended Friday night when the suspect crashed a motorcycle into a parked vehicle, according to police.
Local emergency responders recognized for actions
Dozens of first responders were recognized for saving lives in San Benito County this week as part of EMS week, including one citizen hero. The San Benito County Board of supervisors declared May 19-25 as EMS Week with May 22 as EMS Children’s Day.
Judge rules against pot shop in county lawsuit
It looks like the party is over for Purple Cross Rx, the medical marijuana dispensary embroiled in a legal battle with the county since opening on Bolsa Road in late 2010.
Court Preview: Arson, rape suspects set for hearings
Two suspected arsonists have upcoming court dates, with one facing a sentencing this week.
Police use neighbor’s surveillance to nab burglary suspect
Police this week arrested a 15-year-old on suspicion of burglary after using the surveillance system on a home near the victim’s house to identify leads.
Officers arrest 48-year-old man after school lockdown
Hollister police and Hollister School District officials placed a local school on lockdown Thursday morning after a 48-year-old male with a felony warrant was suspected of calling Calaveras School and asking that his children be released to him.
