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New Santa Clara County DA dashboard shows backlog of criminal cases
(KRON) — The Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office launched a new public data dashboard on its website Thursday to increase transparency about the outcomes of criminal cases. “These numbers show the reality of our criminal justice system, highlighting what we are doing right and what can be improved,” District Attorney Jeff Rosen said. “Transparency should not […]
Cal Fire CZU fully contained wildfire burning near Aptos Creek
NEW INFORMARTION: Cal Fire CZU has confirmed the wildfire burning near Aptos Creek has been fully contained. ORIGINAL: APTOS, Calif. (KION-TV) -- Cal Fire CZU confirms crews are at the scene of a fire burning near Aptos Creek. Right now the fire is about .25 of an acre in size. Crews at the scene say The post Cal Fire CZU fully contained wildfire burning near Aptos Creek appeared first on KION546.
Bay Area county registrars prepare for uncertain November election
Feeling assured, but preparing for anything, Bay Area election officials are staffing up and making security plans for a safe and valid Nov. 5 general election. "In Solano County, 90% of our voters are going to vote by mail," said John Gardner, assistant registrar of voters in Solano County. "Whether they put it in the mail or drop it off at one of our many dropoff locations or just dropping it off on election day."According to data from the California Secretary of State, just 51.16% of ballots cast in the 2012 general election were mailed in, compared to 88.64% in...
Santa Clara County jail inmate dies by suicide in his cell
A man detained for suspected felonies died by suicide earlier this month at the Santa Clara County Main Jail Complex in San Jose, according to the Sheriff's Office. In a statement Wednesday, the Sheriff's Office said that at 6:41 p.m. on July 5, deputies assigned to the Main Jail Complex found 24-year-old inmate Jose Herrera unresponsive in his assigned cell. Herrera was alone in his cell at the time. Life-saving measures were immediately provided to him through CPR. Around 6:55 p.m., medical personnel arrived and transported Herrera to a hospital, deputies said. Around 2:30 p.m. on July 10, Herrera was pronounced dead at the hospital. "The Sheriff's Office followed standard protocol for an in-custody death by conducting a joint investigation among the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney's Office, and the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner's Office," the law enforcement agency said. According to the coroner, Herrera died due to hanging, with the manner of death being suicide. The Sheriff's Office said he was arrested and booked into the Main Jail on July 5 on suspicion of robbery, possession of a loaded firearm, various other felonies, and several outstanding warrants.
Hollister DMV cuts back hours, causing local frustrations
HOLLISTER, Calif. — The Department of Motor Vehicles office in Hollister, the only one in the county, has reduced its operating hours to just two days a week. "I came here to turn in the paperwork on Monday and then found out that it was only open two days a week," said Jesse Cross, one frustrated customer.
Memorial cutting at California Rodeo Salinas marks a full circle moment for one family
SALINAS, Calif. — The Debbie Pedrazzi Memorial Cutting is taking place at the California Rodeo Salinas, held at the Salinas Sports Complex, marking a significant event for the Pedrazzi family. "I was born and raised on a farming and cattle ranch," said Nette Hoover. She is a fifth-generation resident...
'Dateline' features Salinas woman whose car was caught by Google Street View on Highway 1
SALINAS, Calif. — The perplexing disappearance of a Salinas woman two years ago was featured by “Dateline” this week, drawing national attention to a case involving a distinctive red car, a serendipitous Google Street View and a heartbroken family. Video in media player from past coverage. On...
Hollister antique biplane overturned at Hollister airport Thursday morning
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV) -- According to Hollister Mayor Mia Casey, an antique biplane landed on the runway at Hollister Airport on Thursday morning at approximately 10:15 a.m. before accidentally "flipping over." The mayor confirmed that only the pilot and one passenger were on the plane and there are no injuries. The main runway (31) will The post Hollister antique biplane overturned at Hollister airport Thursday morning appeared first on KION546.
Ippolito International Announces Recent Hires, Adds Joseph Mallobox and Bob Polovneff to Team; Keith Mallett and Dan Canales Comment
SALINAS, CA - Ippolito International is tapping into a well of talent with its two latest hires. The company recently announced the addition of Joseph Mallobox and Bob Polovneff to its formidable team. “I am looking forward to the future at Ippolito, and feeling grateful for the past,“ said Mallobox...
Welcome to the ACC, Stanford Football
The ACC welcomed three new members to the conference on July 1, and one of those new members is the Stanford Cardinal. While Pitt and Stanford aren’t squaring off on the football field this season, it’s a series that will pick up for the fifth time in the coming seasons and for just the second time since the 1930s.
News Alert: Former Stanford dean faces backlash after ‘inappropriate’ relationship with student
Former Stanford dean faces backlash after ‘inappropriate’ relationship with student. Revelations that Julie Lythcott-Haims was in a relationship with a Stanford student in 2011, when she was a dean, have left her in political limbo. On Thursday, the Palo Alto council member told this publication that she is stepping down from three committees relating to youth and Stanford University.
Popular Los Angeles ice cream shop to hold pop-up in Bay Area
(KRON) — If you are from or have lived in Los Angeles, you may have heard of this ice cream chain. Local favorite Wanderlust, which exclusively has locations in Southern California, is holding a pop-up event next weekend in the Bay Area, the business announced in a social media post. The pop-up will take place […]
Surgeon operates on wrong side of hip in San Luis Obispo
An orthopedic surgeon operated on the wrong side of an elderly woman’s hip at French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo this summer, resulting in the woman needing a second surgery, according to hospital staff. In early May, Arroyo Grande Community Hospital temporarily closed down all surgical facilities...
Plans to combat mail theft in South Bay as issue arises
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — In the South Bay, elected officials and law enforcement in San Jose are calling for more to be done to protect mail carriers and prevent mail theft. An apartment complex has repeatedly had its community mailbox broken into and robbed. And they are not alone. According to the postal service, […]
Tech companies lead effort to make downtowns busy again
Back to office efforts are potentially going to help some small businesses across the Bay Area, and tech companies are leading that charge. Salesforce is the most recent company to bring employees back to the office. Now staffers are going to be required to be in the office three to five days a week, and some are noticing the uptick.
Sentence handed down in bizarre eBay cyberstalking conspiracy
(KRON) — A San Jose man who was part of a group of eBay employees who cyberstalked victims was sentenced Thursday, federal prosecutors announced. Brian Gilbert, 56, of San Jose, was senior manager for eBay's global security team when he and other eBay employees carried out a bizarre cyberstalking campaign targeting a married couple. Gilbert […]
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