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Primus Sucks at Vina Robles Amphitheatre
Thousands of loyal Primus fans gathered at Vina Robles Amphitheatre in Paso Robles on July 7th for a concert by the beloved trio. A warm, dry wind from the Central California desert blew across the venue. While temperatures topped 100 degrees midday, the climate was far more comfortable at showtime just around sunset. The breezy conditions offered crystal clear skies in the rural mountain setting. Not only was the venue itself stunning, with beautiful views of the surrounding vineyards, but it also provided the perfect setting for an outdoor concert experience.
Folsom is one of California's fastest growing cities. Here's why | Dollars & Sense
FOLSOM, Calif. — A new report shows one of the fastest growing cities in California is in Sacramento County. Folsom ranks third, according to the state’s finance department. It comes as California experienced positive population growth in 2023 for the first time since 2020. Growth can mean more...
Suspect in custody, Seaside shelter-in-place lifted
SEASIDE, Calif. — The Seaside police department lifted a shelter-in-place that was issued for an area in the city on Wednesday afternoon. People in the area near 500 Amador Avenue near Contra Costa/ Sonoma were told to shelter inside their homes until further notice. A suspect is in police...
Monterey residents to vote on 12-year term limit for mayor and city council officials
MONTEREY, Calif. — Monterey residents are set to vote on a 12-year term limit for the mayor and city council officials this November. Last night, the city council approved the ballot measure on a 3-2 vote. The proposal suggests a limit of 12 consecutive years for both the mayor and city council members.
Salinas saddles up for the California Rodeo Salinas with a week of festivities
SALINAS, Calif. — Preparations are in full swing at the Sports Complex in Salinas for the much-anticipated California Rodeo Salinas, with local businesses and food vendors ready to serve the community. "We actually love coming to Salinas. Y'all's weather is amazing. The rodeo committee here is one of the...
Public memorial mass for beloved Monterey restaurant co-owner to be held
MONTEREY, Calif. — Rosine's Restaurant announced they will be holding a memorial mass on Thursday morning in honor of co-owner Rosine Culcasi. All are welcome to attend. Rosine passed away on Tuesday, July 9, peacefully at her home. She was 85. The Culcasi Family said in a statement:. The...
Phoenix Man Gets Lenient Sentence For Gun Smuggling; 41 Charges Dropped After He Cops Plea Deal
A 22 year old man from Phoenix can celebrate the fact that most of the gun charges leveled against him have been dropped, after he got busted running guns from Arizona to California. He could up serving just 2 years in jail, after being pulled over near Chiriaco Summit back...
El Dorado Hills school named a California Honor Roll School
Jackson Elementary School earns prestigious recognition. Jackson Elementary School in El Dorado Hills has achieved the prestigious recognition of being named a California Honor Roll School by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP). This notable accolade is part of ERP’s annual listing of top-performing schools and districts across the state, highlighting those that have excelled in closing achievement gaps and fostering educational excellence among students.
Hot Summer Days: Soledad triumphs over heat wave to host 3rd annual car show
SOLEDAD — Despite soaring temperatures, the City of Soledad successfully hosted the third annual Soledad Hot Summer Days Car Show and Fundraiser. “Huge thank you to all the people, groups and organizations that helped make Hot Summer Days 2024 successful,” stated the City on social media. “We were so pleased to see people from all over come into Soledad to celebrate. It was definitely a HOT summer day!”
California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather
RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) - The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics, educational opportunities and community engagement. Presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, the event celebrated...
Santa Cruz mother launches billboard campaign to raise fentanyl awareness after son's death
PAJARO, Calif. — A new billboard in Pajaro is warning people about the dangers of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid. The billboard, located on Salinas Street, a busy road connecting Salinas and Pajaro, features the smiling face of Tosh Ackerman, who died in 2015 after consuming a counterfeit Xanax pill laced with fentanyl.
California Rodeo Salinas: Wednesday Night Daysheet, Big Week Bull Riding
There is no better way to get things rolling in Salinas than the extraordinary Big Week Bull Riding. It all gets started with the No. 2 man in the world while the No. 1 cowboy will bring up the end. BULL RIDING. Clayton SellarsSnow Bear. Cooper JamesTrevor Reiste. Trevor ResiteEntitled...
Vegetation fire burning just off Highway 101 at the Crazy Horse Canyon onramp
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) -- There was a vegetation fire on NB Highway 101 and the Crazy Horse Canyon onramp in Salinas on Wednesday afternoon, said CAL FIRE. CAL FIRE also said that the Horse Fire was at one acre before being reduced to 1/8-acre and contained. It originally had a slow rate of spread.
Vehicle Fatally Strikes Bicyclist in Carmel Mountain Ranch in Deadly Collision
A vehicle fatally struck a bicyclist Wednesday at a freeway interchange in Carmel Mountain Ranch. The deadly collision took place at the intersection of Interstate 15 and State Route 56 shortly before 9:30 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol. The accident forced a closure of westbound SR-56 around the...
Attempted murder being investigated at Salinas Valley State Prison
SOLEDAD, Calif. — The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation said they are investigating an attempted homicidal fight between inmates. This alleged incident occurred on Friday at around 9:37 a.m. Salinas Valley State Prison staff were in the recreation yard and saw two inmates "striking" another inmate with a...
3.3 magnitude earthquake rattles near Gilroy
A preliminary 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck Wednesday morning near Gilroy, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake rumbled at 8:27 a.m. and was centered about 6 miles east of Gilroy on San Felipe Lake, the USGS said. No other information was immediately available. Updates to come.
Missing teen in Salinas last seen in June
SALINAS, Calif. — The Salinas Police Department published a post on Tuesday asking for the public's help finding a missing teen. Cristobal Lopez Vazquez, 15, was first reported missing on June 30 following an argument with his father. He is 5 feet tall and weighs around 105 pounds. He...
Monterey Police Arrest Leslie Flores After Extensive Manhunt
On Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 5:52 P.M., Monterey PD Detectives and Police Officers were conducting surveillance on Cielo Vista Drive. The purpose of the surveillance was to locate and apprehend Leslie Flores, 58, of Monterey. Flores had fourteen (14) active warrants, four (4) of which were for felony offenses with no bail. Detectives also had information that Flores was in possession of a firearm.
Hartnell College welcomes new District 6 trustee
MONTEREY COUNTY — Hartnell Community College District (HCCD) Governing Board recently welcomed Cesar Iracheta as Trustee for District 6. Iracheta took the oath of office during a board meeting held July 9 at the Hartnell College main campus in Salinas. District 6 encompasses the cities of Chualar, Gonzales, Soledad...
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