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California is in a budget hole, its depth measured not in feet, but in dollars. How deep? A projected $38 billion deficit, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom, who said Jan. 10 he will declare a fiscal emergency when necessary and unveiled his initial plan to...

For several hours on May 18, the Peace Pole and surrounding lawn at Morgan Hill Civic Center was transformed into a children’s art exhibit aiming to raise awareness of the plight of young people who have been directly affected by the Israel-Gaza conflict.  The exhibit...

The Nov. 5 ballot will be complex, with candidates and issues at every level of government.  Local voters should grab every chance to inform themselves about our local candidates and issues. Voters will have the opportunity to get together with the candidates and ask direct...

The California State Assembly Select Committee on Fentanyl, Opioid Addiction and Overdose Prevention on Aug. 12 during an informational hearing discussed the urgency of combating the rise in overdose deaths among youth in recent years primarily due to ingesting fentanyl.  Between 2019 and 2021, drug...

Black Friday and Cyber Monday have passed. The Holiday Season is in full swing. The ramp-up started the day after Halloween, thanks to retailers who let us know Christmas is coming and it’s time to get ready! For many Christians though, there’s another season that...

City officials, athletes and community members will break ground on the construction of new pickleball courts at the Morgan Hill Community Park at 10am Jan. 5.  A previously scheduled groundbreaking ceremony was delayed due to weather. The forecast for Jan. 5 is for a slight...

The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority this week announced its first Coyote Valley Photo Contest, allowing local residents and photography enthusiasts to share their favorite images of the local natural wonderland.  As part of the in-progress Coyote Valley Conservation Area Master Plan, the authority...

In downtown Gilroy on June 15, under a warm summer sun, the 2024 Garlic City Car Show unfolded with a blend of nostalgia and innovation.  The streets were lined with classic American and foreign automobiles, immaculately maintained or meticulously restored to their vintage states. Families...

California lawmakers are crafting an end-of-session package of proposed laws that could streamline the building of solar and offshore wind energy projects, according to people familiar with the discussions. Democratic legislators, who have shared drafts with environmental groups, industry, lobbyists and other interested parties, are...

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said Jan. 16 that he would veto any bill with an outright ban on youth tackle football. “My Administration will work with the Legislature and the bill’s author to strengthen safety in youth football—while ensuring parents have the freedom to...