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CHP: Driver in Gaines crash not drunk

November 22, 2011

Gavilan College basketball player Billy Heard - Andrel Gaines' teammate - who was driving the car when back-to-back car wrecks sent six people to the hospital, was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the accidents, according to a toxicology report obtained Monday by the Gilroy Dispatch.

County prepares to sue pot dispensary

November 22, 2011

The inevitable courtroom showdown between San Benito County and medical marijuana dispensary Purple Cross Rx is on the horizon, as county lawyers acknowledged this week that they will soon ask a judge to force the closure of the Bolsa Road nonprofit.

Local property owners face new rural fire fee

November 22, 2011

Rural San Benito County homeowners could pay up to $150 annually after a state board's recent approval of a fire fee to help offset budget cuts that are expected to affect Calfire's suppression efforts.

Hollister voters to decide if they want at-large mayor

November 22, 2011

The Hollister City Council on Monday agreed in a 3-2 vote to place a question on the June 2012 ballot whether voters want to elect an at-large mayor chosen by the entire electorate.

Police capture shooting suspect at Hollister home

November 22, 2011

Hollister police Monday night arrested the man - Humberto G. Sanchez - wanted in connection with a recent gunfire exchange on the west side.

Authorities suspect sale of heroin after searching home

November 22, 2011

County authorities on Friday morning arrested two suspects after serving a search warrant at a home in the 3000 block of Airline Highway, according to an announcement from the sheriff's office.