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Trial gets underway over possible assault of a Palestinian-American teenager on Scribble Hill.
The trial for the case The People of the State of California vs. Steiner, Max Joseph started in the afternoon of Tuesday, July 23 and continues through today, July 25 in the Monterey County Superior Court in Salinas. Defendant Max Steiner is facing misdemeanor charges of assault and vandalism. On...
Prunedale considers roundabout to ease traffic congestion
PRUNEDALE, Calif. — Monterey County leaders are in discussions about a potential roundabout at the intersection of San Miguel Canyon Road and Castroville Boulevard in Prunedale. Monterey County leaders say the goal is to reduce traffic congestion during peak morning and evening commute times. Currently, there are two potential...
Joby Aviation takes 523-mile hydrogen-electric flight above Monterey County
MARINA – In June, Joby Aviation successfully completed a 523-mile flight above Marina of its first-of-its-kind hydrogen-electric technology demonstrator aircraft, and in July, California became the first state to officially launch a Hydrogen Hub, with both developments having a stake in furthering the state’s goal of cutting pollution and expanding clean energy.
Swift response contains Metz Fire to 1,100 acres in South Monterey County
GREENFIELD — South Monterey County faced an unexpected challenge in the heart of a warm summer afternoon Tuesday. Around 2 p.m. on July 23, the usually tranquil fields near Greenfield were suddenly ablaze as a fire broke out on Metz Road. Fueled by strong winds, the fire rapidly spread to an alarming 1,100 acres by evening with only 5% containment.
Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 24, 2024
GREENFIELD — Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez is hosting the fourth annual District 3 Open House on Thursday, July 25, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at his main office at the Greenfield Civic Center, 599 El Camino Real, in Greenfield. During this time, Lopez and staff will announce the winners of the painting and photography competition, “We Are Southern Monterey County,” and recognize the South County Young Leaders for their work this summer. To RSVP, contact Monica Hale at 831-784-5729 or [email protected].
Kim Stemler Passes Reins at MCVGA to Helena Welsh
July 23, 2024 – We’ve known for some time that Kim Stemler, who has stewarded the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association since 2012 as executive director, recently took on a new job with the Carmel Foundation. It was just a matter of finding the right fit to replace her at MCVGA and it appears that the glass slipper will now be worn by Helena Welsh—a long-time resident of California’s Lake County.
The City of Salinas to hold a rent stabilization ordinance meeting
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – The City of Salinas is hosting a community meeting to discuss up-to-date information regarding the draft rent stabilization ordinance. The city describes this ordinance as proposed local government policy aimed to control the increase in rental prices in order to protect tenants from excessive hikes in rent. This meeting will be The post The City of Salinas to hold a rent stabilization ordinance meeting appeared first on KION546.
Some Heat Before Weekend Cool Down
Temperatures will begin to cool off as we head into to the weekend, but we’ll squeeze one more hot one out inland today. High pressure will begin to move farther south and east from our area and troughing will set in on the West Coast. As the ridge moves on today, dryer air will filter in aloft and while the hot center of the ridge will be farther away, it will take less energy to heat the dryer air, so temperatures in most inland areas will be close to Wednesday’s highs. We’ll warm quickly on the coast too, but the easing of high pressure will allow the marine layer to deepen and become more stable. Cooler, ocean air will eventually push farther into the valleys and clouds have a better chance at setting up near the coast. So while the first half of the day may feel similar to what we experienced on Wednesday, the latter half will be cooler, especially for the coast and near coastal valleys. Friday will feature much different weather!
Governor orders urgent action on homeless encampments statewide
– Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order today directing state agencies to urgently address homeless encampments “while respecting the dignity and safety of Californians experiencing homelessness,” according to a press release from the governor’s office. The governor’s order follows the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Grants Pass v Johnson and urges local governments to use substantial state funding to take similar action.
California’s $20 minimum wage leads 89% of fast-food restaurants to reduce hours
The minimum wage for fast-food workers in California jumped to $20 an hour on April 1, a $4 pay bump for 553,000 fast workers. However, restaurant chain owners raised concerns that the minimum wage increases would hurt their bottom line, and owners have cut workers’ hours, raised food prices, and even shut down some locations. […]
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