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Wesley Hunt warns voters to view Harris-Walz ticket as ‘radicals’
Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) said voting for Vice President Kamala Harris would bring the “lawlessness” seen in California to every city and town in the nation. Hunt cited the “defund the police” movement during the summer of 2020, which gained momentum shortly after the death of George Floyd. The Texas congressman referenced how Harris and […]
Salinas Valley Fair announces open board positions and seeks new members
KING CITY — The Salinas Valley Fair is excited to announce that it has two open Fair Board positions available. They are looking for enthusiastic, hands-on individuals to join. This is an opportunity for community members to get involved and help shape the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds while being a part of the future of the annual fair.
Santa Cruz man breaks 'bike surfing' world record
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — Nineteen-year-oldBrock Johnson of Santa Cruz has broken the world record for "bike surfing." Bike surfing is a popular BMX stunt where a cyclist balances one foot on a bike's handlebars, and another on the seat. The record for distance traveled while bike surfing was 80...
Hollister police to conduct checkpoint
Information provided by the Hollister Police Department. Lea este artículo en español aquí. Hollister Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on August 16th, 2024 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. In recent...
New Career Pipeline: Dental Assisting Apprenticeship
A Registered dental assistant is paid $27 per hour by the nonprofit Dientes. This career is in high demand, with 600 jobs open annually in the Tri-County area. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education has been offering a traditional training program, which means fulfilling hours, paying a $6,000 fee and completing an unpaid externship to get experience.
Football | Gonzales aims to play at high level in Santa Lucia Division
GONZALES — Improvement and playing at the highest level possible is the goal for Gonzales High football head coach Eddy Ramirez this upcoming 2024 fall season. Last year, the Spartans showed a glimpse of what was in store for the near future behind a dynamic offense that helped them go on a five-game win streak.
Hartnell College Foundation to honor artists, community members
SALINAS VALLEY — Hartnell College Foundation has selected 11 individuals to be recognized for their contributions to the arts at Hartnell College and the Salinas Valley community. This year’s honorees are: José G. Ortiz, Distinguished Alumnus in the Arts; Gail Higginbotham, Community Arts Hero; Jeanne and Rollie Dick, Mimi...
At-risk man reported missing in San Jose
(KRON) — The San Jose Police Department is searching for a missing man. Nelson Ruiz, 49, was last seen on the 1400 block of Almaden Expressway at about 8 p.m. on Thursday. Police described him as at-risk. Ruiz is described as a Hispanic man who stands about 5-foot-9 with a medium build, brown hair and […]
US Air Force Accepts First Midnight eVTOL From Archer Aviation
The US Air Force has received its first Midnight electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft from Archer Aviation as part of a contract signed in 2023. The delivery followed the Pentagon’s airworthiness assessment of the system before the corresponding flight test under the air force’s innovation arm AFWERX.
IPM Specialist Supports City of Soledad
The City of Soledad would like to thank IPM Specialist for their generous support. IPM Specialist reached out to us at the City and offered to provide their pest elimination services free of charge on the home with the infestation. Thank you, IPM!
New chef, new menu a smash hit at La Cantina Brewing Company in Salinas
Gooey and packed full of flavor, smash burgers, the cooler cousin of the traditional hamburger, takes center stage on the new menu at La Cantina Brewing Company in downtown Salinas. The staple of new chef Jason Naranjo's repertoire, the smash burgers or "smashies" ooze with cheese and an assortment of delectable toppings...
Hardcore Maserati GT2 Stradale debuts in Monterey
Maserati returned to international sports car racing last year with the launch of the GT2 race car based on the MC20 supercar. Now the race car has spawned a road-going sibling, the new GT2 Stradale. The car was unveiled on Friday at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, one of the...
CHP pulls over supercars during Monterey Car Week
(KRON) — Luxury Lamborghinis and classic Ferraris do not get a free pass for driving fast on Central Coast roadways leading up to the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Monterey Car Week is an annual celebration of “automotive excellence,” event organizers said. Highlights include the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance car show, an exclusive gathering at The […]
KAZU News Receives National Recognition for Coverage of 2023 Pajaro Flood
The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA), which bills itself as the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to broadcast and digital journalism, has honored KAZU News with a 2024 National Edward R. Murrow Award for The Pajaro Flood: A Preventable Disaster. The series of reports documents the flood that left some 3,000 people homeless and spotlighted the inequities in flood protection between rich and poor communities.
Salinas police arrest murder and carjacking suspect as victim's family grieves.
It was early on Sunday morning, just after 7am on Aug. 11, when Saul Guadalupe Santos was checking his car parked on North Main Street in Salinas. At 7:10am, Salinas police responded to reports of a man down in the roadway. They discovered Guadalupe Santos, 58, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to Natividad Medical Center but died from his injuries.
Fowler Packing's Kiah Ruvalcaba Discusses Besties Awards Win for Best Email Ad Campaign
FRESNO, CA - In an industry as vibrant as ours, it can prove challenging to stand out. Not so for Fowler Packing, who walked away from our annual Besties Awards in Monterey, California, with a Bestie for Best Email Ad Campaign. “Our team is inspired by current trends and the...
Salinas-born UFC legend pleads no contest to vigilante shooting
MORGAN HILL, Calif. — Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez, 42, pleaded no contest on Friday to a vigilante shooting committed in 2022, per the county of Santa Clara. During an 11-mile, high-speed chase that went into the busy streets of San Jose, Velasquez fired multiple rounds with his...
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