North County Fire Chief Joel Mendoza retires after 28 years of service. Division Chief Jess Cortez steps in as interim chief during the search.

Researchers find the Pajaro River levee rebuild project will boost flood protection, improve water quality, and support local wildlife biodiversity.

Fifty years ago, Monterey came out to witness the planting of a tree.

Just after 7:30pm on Tuesday, June 2, Clint Novak carried a tray of Bloody Mary-marinated tri-tip into the kitchen, advising people to be careful around the hot dish.

In the months leading up to the Life Time Sea Otter Classic, it looked like Keegan Swenson wasn’t going to have a chance to defend his four-in-a-row title.

Pilot program removes 816 eucalyptus trees in North Monterey County to mitigate fire risk and public safety hazards. Learn about the funded removal effort.

The Marina City Council unanimously approved exploring a plan that rezones a portion of the Marina Landing Shopping Center to allow for housing on Wednesday, March 18.

Pajaro bolsters disaster readiness with new high-water rescue vehicle and trained firefighters, though major levee work is still years away. See what's new.

New Pajaro mural by Hijos del Sol symbolizes the town's resilient rise and hope following the devastating 2023 flood, funded by state relief efforts.

Erik Chalhoub here, remembering a time when the election process was respected and trusted by our federal government. It feels so long ago, even though it was only about a

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors’ vote to approve $9.5 million in projects funded by Measure AA may have been unanimous on Tuesday, Feb. 3, but a majority of the

Print publishers face rising costs, wealthy competitors, and government regulations in 2026. Explore the challenges and adaptations in local journalism.

JournalismJobs.com has journalism and media job listings with digital media, newspapers, tv stations, radio stations, magazines, nonprofits, and academia.

Frank Pinto, who opened Work Horse Bicycles in Old Monterey in July 2017, is retiring and closing the shop at 486 Washington St. Its final day is Dec. 31.

Premier Hyundai of Seaside suddenly closed Friday, Dec. 12. Employees on site said the announcement to staff came out of nowhere, only two days ago.

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Monterey appoints Lew Bauman as interim city manager while search continues to replace retiring Hans Uslar.

A Del Rey Oaks home transforms into a Halloween destination with spooky displays.

Monterey County faces a deadline to spend millions in state funding for Pajaro's flood recovery. Find out how the money is being used.

Monterey plans to limit new gun shops after approving one near homes, sparking public outcry.

Castroville's pilot project aims to make roads safer for students. Curb extensions, traffic circles, and crosswalks are being tested.

Sea Otter Classic introduces trail runs, expands to Toro Park for 2026. Registration opens Oct 7 for the April 16-19 event.

Pajaro is recovering from the 2023 flood with $20M in state funds. Learn about transportation upgrades, business aid, & resident assistance.

Pajaro Valley Health Care District moving to by-zone elections. Public input sought on district maps. Deadline: Oct 17.

King City slated to get Amtrak stop after decades. Construction on the station set to begin in 2028/29.

Joby Aviation is getting closer to launching its air taxis. When will that future arrive, and who will benefit?

Fire at Parkfield battery storage facility extinguished. Monitoring continues. No injuries or property damage reported.

The junk, exotics and influencers were out in force during the Saturday of Car Week.

Discover the exotic cars and vibrant car culture at Carmel's nighttime event during Car Week. From Aston Martins to Bugattis, enjoy the show!

At Motorlux, the show began before attendees even stepped into the venue proper.

As Car Week kicks off with a car show on Alvarado Street in Monterey tonight, Aug. 8, carspotters will be out in force, cameras in hand.

Rob O’Keefe, president and CEO of See Monterey, said Car Week draws in more than 100,000 visitors to Monterey County, primarily the peninsula, across 35-plus official events.

Federal energy incentives end this year, but local rebates for electric vehicles and solar panels are still available.

Two men arrested for murder of Jesús Duarte Figueroa, body found buried along Pajaro River levee. Investigation ongoing.

CSU professor Phuong Nguyen, once a Vietnamese refugee, gives back by teaching U.S. and Asian history, nurturing community ties, and advocating for education.

Replacing Castroville's iconic artichoke sign, new arch to be installed on Merritt Street with a $500,000 grant. Part of a broader road improvement project.

Learn how to coexist with mountain lions near urban settings and ensure safety for yourself and the wildlife around.

Two months after a fire ravaged the Carl’s Jr. restaurant at 902 Lighthouse Ave. in Monterey, the building remains a pile of rubble as investigators sift through the wreckage.

The AIDS/LifeCycle ride from San Francisco to Santa Monica will end after 30 years, raising $17.2M for HIV services in 2025.

Federal funding for Pajaro River levee cut by Trump, affecting California's flood management. Concerns rise over project's future phases.