Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rancho San Juan and Carmel high schools were locked down Monday afternoon after violent threats led teachers to secure classrooms and parents to pick up students, and police later confirmed there was no active threat. KSBW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Salinas High multi-sport standout Casey Neligh has been named Seaside High's new athletic director, a change announced today that will shape the school’s sports program. Monterey Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today inland highs will reach the 80s while coastal areas stay cooler due to an onshore breeze, and marine clouds are set to return for Memorial Day weekend. KSBW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilman Andrew Sandoval is campaigning for Trader Joe’s to open its first specialty store here, highlighting the need for fresh, affordable food and locally grown produce for Salinas’ 160,000 residents. The campaign has gathered thousands of online views, shares & comments as supporters urge the grocery chain to invest locally. Monterey Herald
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Edmund Hillary
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