CHP: Driver in fatal was from SJB; alcohol or drugs suspected
The California Highway Patrol on Tuesday revealed that the driver in the fatal accident on Duncan Road was a 21-year-old San Juan Bautista man, while investigators suspect involvement of "alcohol and/or drugs," according to a statement from the CHP.
DA drops ‘Garlic Press’ charges against Gavilan player
Prosecutors have dropped charges against a Gavilan College men's basketball player who was one of more than 100 people arrested during "Operation Garlic Press" in October because he was mistakenly identified as a suspect, according to the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office.
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.
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.
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.
