Salinas
Morning News
Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A big winter storm is approaching and many residents are experiencing increased anxiety, so outpatient psychiatrist Dr. Frank Clark recommends stocking non-perishable items and preparing generators while taking breaks from media and staying connected with loved ones. He advises those in distress to call 988 for support. KSBW
- ➤ KSBW and local hospitals sponsor a four-day blood drive across the Central Coast to help maintain blood supplies for emergencies. Donor spots remain available, especially today at Mee Memorial Hospital in King City (South Monterey County) as part of National Blood Donor Month. KSBW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Monterey County’s median single-family home price ended 2025 at $900K — 3% lower from December 2024 and 5.26% above the state median — while rising inventory and sales hint at improved homebuying prospects as policy talks continue for 2026. Monterey Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cal State East Bay defeated CSUMB 92-71 on Saturday as a strong second half pushed East Bay to an 18-0 record & a three-game conference lead. CSUMB, now 6-6, will host UC Merced at the Kelp Bed next Thursday and play Stanislaus State on Saturday. Monterey Herald
- ➤ Alisal graduate Jordan Smith will begin her sophomore softball season at Eastern Kentucky, promising to show strong defensive skills that make local fans proud. Monterey Herald
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James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash
7-11 p.m. — Fox Theater — Event pricing not listed — Experience the authentic live sound of Johnny Cash’s legendary music performed by James Garner and his talented band.
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Carlos Daniels Tribute to Juan Gabriel
8 PM – 12 AM — Fox Theater — Tickets from $132 — Experience a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Juan Gabriel by Carlos Daniels.
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