Betabel Road developer sues county over housing project application

McDowell Family Trust alleges county planners have delayed application process

by Noe Magaña October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

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Mobile barber makes haircuts easier for children with autism

Jazzy-J reaches those who can’t visit a barbershop or salon

by Adam Bell October 13, 2026October 13, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of Oct. 12

Local officials to discuss roads, homeless population data, admin salary schedule

by Noe Magaña October 13, 2026October 14, 2026

Government / Politics

LAFCO asks why Sunnyslope annexation going ahead without commission approval

Six miles of water pipe expected to be in place ahead of commission OK

by John Chadwell October 13, 2026October 13, 2026

Sports

Baler softball player commits to University of Tennessee

Junior Sophia Galindo will join Lady Vols on scholarship

by Alexia Navarro Garcia October 12, 2026October 12, 2026

Education / Schools

High school district moves forward with land swap for additional campus

Trustees also aim to acquire more land via eminent domain

by Noe Magaña October 12, 2026October 14, 2026

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BL Special Report: Emergency Room visits rise steadily amid healthcare shortage in San Benito County

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Supervisors approve $263 million final budget

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by Madison Kirkpatrick

Fact briefs

Fact Briefs

If a tree stands between two properties in California, can one property owner cut down the tree without the consent of the other property owner?

by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu August 1, 2026August 1, 2026

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Were there more San Benito County residents working outside of the county than within the county in 2024?

by Jenny Mendolla Arbizu July 24, 2026July 24, 2026

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Do electric vehicles stop working in extreme heat?

by Contributor July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

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From Protest to the ballot box: Indivisible Hollister joins No Kings

No King 4 protest is Oct. 17

October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

Opinion

COMMUNITY OPINION: California’s CEQA reform proposition threatens wildlife

Aromas resident and ecologist Sean McCain discusses his views on Proposition 45

October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

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COLUMN: Too Small to be Mean

Sheriff Taylor discusses his view on the tone of local politics

October 13, 2026October 13, 2026

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HSD adds two music teachers with help from Prop. 28

Dana Parker and Teresa Ayala joined the District earlier in the school year

October 13, 2026October 13, 2026

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BenitoLink freelance photojournalist wins Best of San Benito award

Adam Bell has turned photography hobby into well-known local enterprise

by Robert Eliason October 10, 2026October 11, 2026

Agriculture

Longtime county fair volunteer couple moving on

Dolores and Charles Lashley first got involved when their son joined 4-H nearly two decades ago

by Danielle Austin October 10, 2026October 11, 2026

Sports

Anzar High football sees ups, downs so far this season

Hawks find motivation by honoring former player killed in accident

by Robert Eliason October 9, 2026October 10, 2026

Election 2026

BenitoLink releases General Election Forum 2026 videos, survey results

Links to eight separate races now available on BenitoLink YouTube channel

by Nataly Delgado October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

Nonprofits

For young homeless adults, Avenida offers pathway to hope

Youth Alliance program helps clients obtain housing, work, healthcare.

by Robert Eliason October 9, 2026

Education / Schools

Civics, judicial system visit classroom

Students mark Constitution Day with Judge Omar Rodriguez

by Alexia Navarro Garcia October 8, 2026October 8, 2026

Opinion

COMMUNITY OPINION: When did Hollister’s financial emergency really begin?

Director-Elect, San Benito Health Care District, Roxy Montana shares her views when Hollister’s financial troubles began

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

PUBLIC LETTER: A vital step forward: San Benito County welcomes the end of child marriage in California

County Clerk, Francisco Diaz discusses his views on the ending of child marriage in the state

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026

COMMUNITY OPINION: We have an emergency

Catherine Booth Vaughan discusses her views on the management of County’s finances

October 6, 2026October 6, 2026

COMMENTARY: Dr. Marni J. Friedman — Caring for the health of San Benito County

Dr Friedman discusses why she believes she is the best candidate for the Health Care District-Zone 4

September 30, 2026October 1, 2026

COMMUNITY OPINION: Recall Attempt Driven by Deceit

Supervisor Kosmicki discusses his views on the signature gatherers in his recall attempt

September 30, 2026September 30, 2026

news RElease

Police investigate fatal traffic collision involving bicyclist

Bicyclist has not been officially identified

October 8, 2026October 8, 2026

Hazel Hawkins Healthcare Partners with Baby2Baby

Program provides diapers for newborn at no cost

October 8, 2026October 8, 2026

Deputy Superintendent Kip Ward to retire at end of school year

Ward has been with the District for 34 years

October 6, 2026October 7, 2026

Stormwater drainage clearing and El Niño emergency guidelines

Sheriff’s office releases information about upcoming rainy season to homeowners

October 2, 2026October 2, 2026

Elections Department celebrates Dianne Rodriguez: 2026 Poll Worker of the Year

Rodriguez has been with the department for more than 10 years

October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

Latino Generations celebrates a decade of student success

The organization has supported 127 students with scholarships

September 29, 2026September 29, 2026

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Crave’s ‘Thirsty Thursday’ event showcases local wines

Tasting features grenache sourced from old-vine vineyard on former Almaden property

by Robert Eliason October 11, 2026October 13, 2026

Eat, Drink, Savor: Pinnacle Farms a legacy rooted in the land

Phil Foster locks preservation in place, one conservation easement at a time

by Robert Eliason October 4, 2026October 6, 2026

Sports and Recreation

Flat track motorcycle racing returns to Bolado Park for County Fair

Steve Eklund Memorial Race set for Oct. 4

by Robert Eliason September 28, 2026September 29, 2026

YMCA hosts River Run at Graniterock

Sixth annual race raises funds for assistance programs

by Adam Bell September 26, 2026October 1, 2026

Special reports

BL Special Report: Nonprofit says hospital’s charity program is little-known

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital has written off $3.93 million in patient…

by Noe Magaña March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

BL Special Report: Q&A with Planning Commissioner Peter Hernandez

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Note: When published, this article failed to note that Peter Hernandez…

by Robert Eliason February 20, 2026February 22, 2026

BL Special Report: Montessori School site project latest to be delayed by city

Lea este artículo en español aquí. When Sandra Schwehr first thought about opening the Little Tree Montessori…

by Robert Eliason February 13, 2026April 29, 2026

BL Special Report: Mountain lions, though protected, remain controversial

Lea este artículo en español aquí. Over the past nearly four decades, there has been heated debate…

by John Chadwell February 18, 2026February 20, 2026

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