Car hits pedestrian in downtown crosswalk
A car struck a pedestrian at Seventh and San Benito streets, while responders transported the victim as a precaution, according to police.Â
CHP warns of maximum enforcement for Thanksgiving
The California Highway Patrol is warning drivers about a "maximum enforcement period" over the Thanksgiving weekend.Â
Updated: Two earthquakes hit near San Juan Bautista
Two earthquakes hit the Hollister and San Juan Bautista areas shortly after 10:20 p.m. Wednesday night.
Police Blotter: Burglaries, shoplifting reported
Read the latest blotter items from the Hollister Police Department.
Calfire lifts ag burn ban in county
The state firefighting agency has lifted agricultural burning restrictions in San Benito County following recent rainy weather, according to a Calfire press statement.
Hollister police officer to get award for rally shooting response
The Hollister Police Department officer involved in a life-saving response during the July motorcycle rally is set to receive an award for the effort, according to the HPD.
DA adds fourth suspected victim to teacher’s molestation case
The case against a local elementary school teacher accused of sexually assaulting students continues to grow, as prosecutors added a fourth young girl to the list of alleged victims this month.
Police Blotter: Burglary, stalking, attempted carjacking reported
Read the latest blotter items from the Hollister Police Department.
Chief ‘frustrated’ by case with wanted suspect, missing woman
Police Chief David Westrick this week said a homicide case involving a wanted suspect and missing woman is particularly frustrating.
Hollister council OKs funds for traffic officer, urges fee hike
The Hollister council Monday approved an item urging the county board to OK increasing local vehicle fees to pay for a traffic enforcement officer.
