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King City crackdown on crime paying off with 100% drop in drive-bys and burglaries from 2017 to 2018
We need to have students learning and not worried about gunfire, drive-bys or gang activity, said King City Mayor Mike Lebarre. → Read More
Four days of repairs along HWY. 1 south of Carmel Highlands set to begin Monday
If you drive on Highway 1 near Carmel you've probably encountered delays from the climbing lane project near the crossroads. And now -- starting Monday -- you can expect new roadwork south of there near the Carmel Highlands. → Read More
If passed, Measure I would generate $213 million for updates and repairs in MPUSD
Measure I is a bond measure that would generate $213 Million dollars to improve and modernize schools in the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. → Read More
Popularity of tea increases among Generation Z
It's not unusual for Gold Leaf Spice & Teas in Downtown Salinas to be busy. → Read More
Last day to register online to vote in June 5th election is Monday
All voter registrations must be postmarked by Monday. Monday is also the last day to register to vote online. And while Monday is the official deadline to register, a new rule is... → Read More
Uptick in ticks? Monterey County Mosquito Abatement District seeing surge in tick-related calls
The Monterey County Mosquito Abatement District is seeing a surge in tick related calls- they've received three times the number of calls compared to years past. → Read More
Inclusionary Housing Lottery set for Monday at Salinas City Hall
The City of Salinas will be holding a housing lottery. Nine lucky families will get the opportunity to buy a brand new house for under $200,000 → Read More
City of Salinas wants to hear from those living in Alisal area about wants/needs in their community
If you live, work, or play in east Salinas, the City of Salinas wants to hear from you about the kind of development you would like to see in the area. → Read More
The CHP planning extra DUI patrols for Cinco De Mayo weekend
Cinco de Mayo celebrations often lead to an increase in drunk driving arrests. The last time the holiday fell on a Saturday was back in 2012 , and this year law enforcement have something new to worry about. → Read More
Monterey County Free Libraries seeking $300,000 from cannabis tax revenue in order to buy books
The Monterey County Free Libraries say there's no money in next year's budget to buy any books, and hope the county will approve their request for $300-thousand generated by marijuana tax revenues. → Read More
Work on Salinas River Bridge enters final stretch
After years of construction, work on the $18-million dollar Salinas River Bridge Widening Project is entering it's final stretch --but not before a few more lane closures. → Read More
KION POLL: El Charrito's burritos voted best in Salinas on National Burrito Day
Every good good burrito starts with a great tortilla and El Charrito in Salinas makes them fresh in house each day. → Read More
Active Shooter Training at Northridge Mall a success
While most of us were sleeping, a small army of law enforcement were stationed at the Northridge Mall in Salinas for an active shooter drill. The drill involved 14 agencies from around the Central Coast. → Read More
Central Coast students warned not to 'walk out' during nationwide protest Wednesday
Students at schools and universities across the country will walk out of class Wednesday, to participate in what's predicted to be the largest call to action for gun control. → Read More
Cannabis 101 seminar popular on Central Coast
As interest in pot continues to grow, potential buyers are looking for more information about marijuana. With that in mind, there will be a seminar Tuesday. It's the third put on by Monterey Bay Alternative Medicine, and each time, these classes fill up. → Read More
Code Enforcement will be looking for those selling flowers illegally on Valentine's Day
During holidays like Valentine's Day, the city will issue temporary land permits, so people can make a little money selling flowers, however you do need to have a permit. → Read More
Elkhorn Slough set to increase by 167-acres, thanks to unusual source
167-acres will be given from Caltrans to offset the environmental impacts of the Highway 101 Prunedale Improvement Project in North Monterey County. Originally the land was slated for development, with permits to build a residential subdivision. But now the rare wetlands and woodlands will be part of the Elkhorn Slough. → Read More
Fence being put up in Chinatown to protect construction project and keep homeless out
MidPen will build 92 apartments at the corner of East Lake and Soledad Street -- in the heart of Chinatown. A lot of people camp overnight on that corner as you can see. However after the sweep on Thursday, a fence will go around the entire property and extend out into the street, so they'll no longer be able to camp there. → Read More
SPD SWAT 6-hour standoff ends with arrest
One man is now behind bars after a multi-hour standoff in Salinas late Sunday night. → Read More
Cal Fire puts out Bear Fire flare-up
There has been an apparent flare-up of the Bear Fire that burned near Boulder Creek over a month ago. Cal Fire got a call around 11:00 p.m. that there was a fire burning in the exact same area. → Read More