Electricity project aims to improve reliability, protect wildlife in South County
A state commission has voted to allow a major transmission project to share space at a substation near Morgan Hill rather than build on undeveloped land in Coyote Valley—a change officials say protects a critical wildlife corridor while adding enough power capacity to supply...
South Valley leaders honored as district’s Women of the Year
Assemblymember Gail Pellerin recently recognized two Morgan Hill women for their leadership and service to the community, naming them Women of the Year for Assembly District 28 in a ceremony highlighting local impact across the region.
Suman Ganapathy and Poonam Chabra were celebrated for their...
Gilroy woman accused of neglect leading to homicide
A Gilroy woman was arrested on suspicion of felony abuse after a disabled San Jose man she had been taking care of was found dead, according to authorities.
On May 17, 2025, police responded to a report of an unattended death at a home on...
Local leaders react to César Chávez sexual abuse allegations
Revelations of allegations of decades of sexual abuse by the late farmworker labor leader César Chávez cited March 17 by the United Farm Workers and the César Chávez Foundatio—and reported in detail by The New York Times—have prompted cancellations of celebrations of his upcoming...
Religion: Children during war
My grandson, Max, is 12 years old. He has a great interest in the history of World War II. He is especially interested in the wartime in Europe and the rise of Nazi Germany—mostly in the machines of warfare.
Maybe he gets it from me....
VTA urges travelers to save on gas by riding public transit
With gas prices soaring, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is urging residents to consider public transit as an affordable and eco-friendly alternative to driving.
A single ride on VTA costs $2.50 for adults, $1.25 for students, and $1.00 for seniors. Riders can pay...
Science Alive marks 25th anniversary with Gavilan College event
Hundreds of young students were introduced to the excitement of hands-on learning at Gavilan College on March 7, while also celebrating the 25th anniversary milestone of the college’s Science Alive program.
Over the years, Science Alive has offered interactive activities, demonstrations and exploration to thousands...
Morgan Hill teen dies in hit and run collision
Authorities are investigating a collision on U.S. Highway 101 in Morgan Hill that resulted in the death of a teenager.
About 3:08am March 14, California Highway Patrol officers responded to a report of an unresponsive male in the roadway in the area of U.S. 101...
Apply now for Rotary Club of Morgan Hill’s Darren Dean Vocational Education Grant
The Rotary Club of Morgan Hill is now accepting applications for the Darren Dean Vocational Education Grant, which awards up to $2,000 to adults pursuing skilled trades training. The application deadline is March 31.
The grant honors the legacy of Darren Dean, a local tradesman...
Turner talks budget, revenue, education in annual speech
Mayor Mark Turner delivered his annual State of the City address March 11 at the Granada Theater in downtown Morgan Hill, where he painted an optimistic picture of the city’s growth while raising concerns about state overreach and a looming budget shortfall.
The hour-long speech...
