Good morning, Salinas.

Airport officials broke ground Friday on a major project to modernize Monterey Regional Airport by constructing a new terminal with additional check-in counters and TSA lanes — improvements that will enhance safety and support local tourism.

Construction is underway and the building is expected to open in 2027 without using local property tax funds.

The U.S. Geological Survey has warned that California may face a major earthquake in the next three decades—especially in areas like San Francisco and Los Angeles—and experts advise residents to secure heavy items, plan for sheltering in place, and keep emergency supplies ready to protect themselves during such events. This advice comes as scientists emphasize the importance of being prepared for a disaster that may happen without warning.

Montage Health’s Ohana reported a 31% rise in mental health emergency visits for kids 12—17 during the pandemic as many struggled with remote learning and isolation.

Monterey County schools have expanded wellness centers and counseling services to support students amid a reduced stigma around mental health.

California-based August Egg Co. is recalling 1.7 million dozen brown eggs sold at Walmart and other stores in nine states due to a salmonella risk — consumers should check egg cartons for the plant code and return the eggs for a refund while officials monitor an outbreak that has sickened 79 people mostly in California.

Dr. Joshua Sanchez provided dentistry to veterans at a local center—he said the care focused on patients instead of metrics and offered a refreshing change for those in need.

Monterey Bay FC overcame a 1-0 deficit to beat Lexington 2-1 on Saturday at Cardinale Stadium; Anton Soberg scored on a penalty kick—ending a six-game winless streak and moving the team within three points of the conference lead.

Abi Jones struck out 12 batters while Gigi Rossi hit a homer as Salinas won 4-1 over Liberty in the Division II softball championship—marking the school’s first NorCal title.

Itna won the State Northern California Division V baseball championship by defeating Stevenson 6-5 on June 7th at 7:05 p.m. PDT when a bad hop walk-off single ended the game — a final play that secured the win.