Accused child killer could get date for ‘competency’ trial
The San Benito County woman accused of shooting and killing her 19-month-old daughter in 2008 has a Wednesday hearing where a judge could set a date for a proceeding to determine if she is mentally fit for a jury trial.
Driver dies when car crashes into trailer near San Juan
A male driver died Monday afternoon when he lost control of his car and crashed into a farm trailer on Duncan Road near San Juan Bautista.
Hundreds gather to remember Andrel Gaines
To say Gavilan College freshman Andrel Gaines was a great basketball player would be true, friends and family said – but it wouldn't tell the whole story.
Hollister man gets nearly 18 years in 2009 stabbing
One of three Hollister men linked to a stabbing at a party on Halloween in 2009 has been sentenced to nearly 18 years in prison for his involvement.
Hollister police might buy first license plate reader
The Hollister Police Department is looking to use grant funds to buy the city's first automated license plate reader.
Hells Angels suspect in melee pleads not guilty
Gilroyan C. Villagrana, 36, the Hells Angel member who was arrested for three felonies connected with the deadly melee in Sparks, Nev. on Sept. 23 that left the San Jose Hells Angels president dead, was arraigned Thursday on a charge of second-degree murder, according to the Associated Press.
HPD awarded $60K grant for traffic safety
The Hollister Police Department has been awarded a new traffic safety grant for a year-long program aimed at preventing deaths and injuries on our roadways, according to a press release.
Judge rules accused child killer competent for trial
A judge Wednesday ruled for a second time that Cheryl Busch, the San Benito County woman accused of shooting and killing her 19-month-old daughter in 2008, is mentally competent to stand trial.
Councilman irked by captain’s commute with police car
When Hollister Police Chief Jeff Miller considered promoting Carlos Reynoso from sergeant to one of two captain positions in April 2009, he considered whether to continue a standard practice and allow the No. 2-ranked officer access to a department-issued squad car for his commute. Reynoso's case is unlike most others because he lives outside the county about 45 miles from Hollister.
Hearing delayed again to weigh new trial for convicted molester
The court hearing to consider whether a convicted molester should get a new trial has been delayed until mid-December, according to court records.














