Jocelyn Ortega
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More victims come forward following arrest of Salinas soccer coach Julio Cesar Gonzales Garcia
Investigators say they arrested Cesar Gonzales Garcia after the allegations of sexual assault were made against the 35-year-old man. → Read More
Applications pour in for new Main Street apartments in downtown Salinas
"This building gets to give back to the community by bringing people to live in it, to walk around and shop at local businesses, and adds jobs with the new downstairs restaurant." → Read More
Struggling Salinas residents could qualify for discounted or free internet services
In an effort to address the "digital divide," Monterey County officials are asking eligible residents to sign up for free internet. → Read More
Lost at sea: This California family is turning their grief into a life-saving campaign
Sharmistha Chakraborty and Tarun Pruthi took their two young sons to Cowell Ranch State Beach. Their 12 year old was pulled into sea. → Read More
Trick or treat! Here are 10 Halloween events in Monterey County this spooky season
Pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides, costume contests and Dia de los Muertos celebrations are on Monterey County's October calendar this year. → Read More
'Los Braceros' exhibit to become permanent staple in Monterey County
The photos are part of a collection from Ernesto Galarza, a former Mexican American activist and lead figure for immigrant farm worker organizations. → Read More
Monterey County brings first of its kind behavioral health facility to East Salinas
At a community meeting, residents were presented with plans and details for the new facility. → Read More
Salinas holds March for Peace, calling for an end to community violence
Officials say the march was prompted by the community's long-standing concerns of ongoing gun violence. → Read More
Salinas schools celebrate Mexican Independence Day with traditional surprises
In celebration of the holiday, many Salinas students and educators dressed in their best colorful Mexican clothing, flowered headpieces and traditional regalia. → Read More
Salinas is fired up for2022 NTT IndyCar Series at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
Street Fest in downtown Salinas gave fans the opportunity to meet race car drivers ahead of the 2022 NTT IndyCar Series. → Read More
Ex-Salinas teacher gets 40 years in prison for molesting multiple Harden Middle School students
Former middle school teacher Robert William Dunham has been found guilty of sexually abusing multiple children at the school where he worked. → Read More
Salinas rock band dreams of one day playing for idol, inspiration Metallica
“There’s a lot of cover bands that perform at bars in the Monterey County area, but nobody is playing the music that we’re playing.” → Read More
Salinas community, police desperate to find missing restaurant worker
The search is on for a 56-year-old Salinas man, who went missing last week. → Read More
Monterey County celebrates love, community at 2022 Pride parade
Hundreds poured in on Saturday to cheer and celebrate the return of Monterey County's LGBTQ+ parade. → Read More
Two Salinas teachers among 15 in the nation chosen to teach Ukraine refugee children overseas
The teachers are two of only 15 educators across the country selected and the only two selected in California for the humanitarian mission. → Read More
988 mental health crisis help line launches: Here's what local experts want you to know...
An upcoming community meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday to educate residents on the 988-help line. → Read More
Salinas Rodeo expecting a big turnout. Here's what eventgoers can expect...
Volunteers and maintenance workers are hard at work putting up banners and setting the stages for the 2022 California Rodeo. Ticket sales are also soaring for the event, which runs July 21-24. With last minute approval and some pandemic-related modifications, the 2021 Rodeo has a smaller turnout. Rodeo officials say they expect a much bigger turnout this year, which means eventgoers can expect… → Read More
Pro soccer player Hugh Roberts pledges to help Salinas families in-need
In the last few months, while settling into his new Monterey County home, New York-native Hugh Roberts has done his best to become a member of the community. → Read More
Here's a guide to Fourth of July festivities in Monterey County
For those who want to step outdoors to celebrate, here are some festivities happening in Monterey County... → Read More
Alisal Union School District lawsuit adds another hurdle to Salinas's slow housing growth
The Alisal Union School District projects that the new housing project would bring roughly 1,500 new students to the district. → Read More