DA: Captain falsified Wasserman’s CCW paperwork
One of 10 felony counts in a grand jury indictment announced Aug. 7 claims that Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Capt. James Jensen falsified information on a firearms proficiency form for a concealed weapons permit for Supervisor Mike Wasserman.
Council OKs new contracts for city manager, city attorney
The Morgan Hill City Council this week unanimously approved new employment agreements with City Manager Christina Turner and City Attorney Don Larkin.
Four charged in probe of sheriff’s office
Two local attorneys, an elite gun specialist and a senior member of Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith’s command staff will face charges in connection with an investigation into the issuance of concealed weapons permits.
Trammell Crow purchases another site in Morgan Hill
Texas-based mega-developer Trammell Crow Company has purchased another site in Morgan Hill with plans to build 440,000 square feet of industrial space on the property.
Police blotter: Grand theft, burglary
A dirt bike was stolen from the backyard of a home on Heidi Court, and the vehicle’s owner saw a neighbor washing the bike outside their home the next day.
Parks are open
The lingering summer heat and social distancing rules haven’t kept Morgan Hill locals and out-of-town visitors from enjoying the city’s parks and recreation facilities.
This year, CA Coastal Cleanup starts at home
This year’s annual California Coastal Cleanup will take place all month in September, and begins at our own front door and in our own communities.
Judge rules in favor of Morgan Hill gun law
A Santa Clara County Superior Court judge this week upheld the City of Morgan Hill’s new requirements on the reporting of lost or stolen firearms.
Challengers pull papers for Mayoral, Council election
Morgan Hill’s mayor and two city council members will be challenged for their seats in the Nov. 3 election, as a total of eight candidates so far have expressed interest in running for the three local offices.
Walk-up testing sites open Aug. 4-7
Santa Clara County will offer free COVID-19 diagnostic testing Aug. 4-8 in San Jose and Gilroy.