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Personas manejando bajo la influencia en el condado de Monterey ahora podrían enfrentar fiscales especializados en estos crímenes, esto…

With the exception of a heroin-smoking man with a crossbow pistol, Halloween was relatively quiet in downtown Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz Police…

Power is out for several thousand people in Monterey’s Mark Thomas corridor Tuesday afternoon. Pacific Gas & Electric said trees came in…

The surfing world was put on notice Tuesday: The five-month window for the Titans of Mavericks big wave competition is open. The contest window runs…

Voters will have their hands full in one week when they head to the polls. They will have to decide on initiatives and measure that cover three…

UPDATE 11/1/16 7:39 AM: The 28-year-old man shot Monday night underwent surgery and is expected to survive. Previous Story: Police are investigating…

The Salinas Police Officers Association released a campaign mailer Monday that questions Salinas Council Member Jose Castañeda’s fitness…

The 2016 General Election is just over a week away, and county elections offices were testing equipment Monday to ensure there won’t be…

October 31 is a day intended for children and adults to have a little fun and dress up as something they’re not. But this Halloween, Soledad…

It hardly felt like a Monday night in downtown Santa Cruz. Hundreds of people gathered to celebrate Halloween on Pacific Street to eat, drink and be…

UPDATE 10/31/16 4:52 PM: Salinas Valley State Prison officials are investigating the death of an inmate who was attacked Saturday by two inmates with…

The Santa Cruz County District Attorney has announced a settlement in a consumer protection act against My Pillow, Inc. According to the complaint,…

Una pareja de Watsonville está tras las rejas despues de que oficiales los encontraron produciendo aceite de hachís, una forma de…

Tres hombres fueron arrestados el pasado jueves en Marina por una variedad de cargos incluyendo violación de libertad condicional, drogas, y…

Bernie Sanders is among a list of write-in candidates for President whose names are certified for California’s November 8 ballot. California…

La asociación de policías de salinas, miembros de la comunidad y propietarios de negocios han formado un comite de acción…

Sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium enjoyed Halloween treats Monday morning, and there wasn’t a Butterfinger or Hershey bar in sight. The…

Drivers arrested for DUI can expect to receive extra attention in Monterey County, thanks to the renewal of a $572,322 grant from the California…

Una mujer de 67 años de edad perdió la vida luego de que su casa cerca de Prunedale se incendió el domingo en la noche. De…

Three men were arrested last Thursday in Marina on charges ranging from parole and drug violations to possession of an assault weapon. According to…

A Watsonville couple is behind bars after they were caught manufacturing Butane Honey Oil, a form of concentrated cannabis. Police were dispatched to…

UPDATE 10/31/16 12:26 PM: A 67-year-old woman was killed Sunday night when her Prunedale home was engulfed by fire. According to the Monterey County…

A routine traffic stop in Watsonville Sunday resulted in the arrests of three men and the seizure of a firearm. At 6:15 p.m. Watsonville police…

It was a busy weekend for Spirit Halloween in Salinas. Lost of people were there to buy last minute costumes and decorations. “I’m going…

A new book spotlights some of the artists, writers and restaurateurs who’ve shaped the history of Carmel. Author Lisa Crawford Watson held a…

The Watsonville Police Department needs your help in finding two men suspected in the shooting a man near the Pajaro River levee Sunday night.…

A 20-year-old University of California, Santa Cruz student was seriously injured early Sunday morning when she was hit by a car while walking with…

UPDATE 10/28/16 3:30 PM: A new attorney has been appointed to represent accused child killer Tami Huntsman in her death penalty case. Longtime…

In just 11 days, voters throughout Monterey County will be asked to decide how medical marijuana should be regulated. “It does provide a legal…

Thousands of people lined Ocean Avenue and other side streets Saturday to wish Carmel a happy birthday. “I know a lot of people come and…

A bold smash and grab burglary at Santa Cruz Boardroom on 41st Avenue in Santa Cruz destroyed a giant plate glass window. Owner Terry Campion said it…

Volunteers and staff worked to transform the Museum of Monterey into a surrealistic dinner filled with surprises Friday night — one that would…

Llega la segunda tormenta de esta temporada a la Costa Central. Este sistema de lluvias sólo es uno de tres que vamos a ver en los…

Santa Cruz police are hoping someone will recognize photos of a suspected prowler seen on surveillance video. Police say he has been prowling…

Homeowners and growers will soon be allowed to burn that pile of leaves and branches. Cal Fire announced Friday that its suspension of burn permits…

More than 20 agencies from the Monterey Bay came together at the third annual Climate Summit to celebrate how they have helped reduce Monterey…

UPDATE 10/27/2016 8:30 PM: It’s been more than a year since a federal class action lawsuit over conditions at the Monterey County Jail has been…

The City of Carmel has come a long way in 100 years, and on Saturday they celebrate. “Our big parade starts at 10:45 on Ocean Avenue. Right…

Neary Lagoon in Santa Cruz is being pumped ahead of a storm moving into the Central Coast Thursday to prevent flooding, according to city managers.…

UPDATE 10/28/16 7:09 AM: The Santa Cruz Police Department has confirmed Pacific Avenue is now open. Previous Story: Pacific Avenue between Front…

UPDATE 10/27/2016 10:23 p.m.: Gabby Beas’ parents are leaning on each other for support. “My daughter was a real happy person, liked to…

Salinas’ new top cop, Adele Frese, will start on November 28, according to City Manager Ray Corpuz. A swearing in ceremony will be held on…

Estamos escuchando por primera vez a los padres de la victima de 17 años de edad que murió tras ser atropellada por un motociclista en…

California law provides employees up to two hours off to vote if they do not have enough time to do so during non-working hours. The law is in place…

The SPCA for Monterey County has put out a few guidelines to avoid hitting deer this time of year. Fall is deer mating season on the Central Coast…

ACTUALIZACIÓN 10/27/16 5:21 PM: Andrew Bennett, acusado de matar a Gabriela Beas de 17 años de edad durante un accidente en Salinas, se…

La Ciudad de Salinas anunció el jueves que la nueva Jefa de Policía de Salinas, Adele Frese, tomará cargo de la agencia el 28 de…

Un jurado ha encontrado culpable a Diana Barba, de 33 años, de conducir bajo la influencia de alcohol y por conducir sin licencia. A…

La Patrulla de Caminos de California dijo que respondió a dos accidentes fatales el miercoles en la noche. Oficiales dijeron que el primer…

A jury found Diana Barba, 33, guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol and driving without a license. Earlier this year Barba drove into a…