Salinas
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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On June 17, Monterey County libraries launched their summer reading program—local attorneys offered advice and resources amid rising ICE raids. KAZU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Guillermo Solorio, a 45-year-old senior member of a Monterey County prison gang, was sentenced to 14 years and 7 months after a federal jury convicted him of racketeering, overseeing drug trafficking in Fresno, and the attempted murder of Matt Rocha in 2019—he was one of four gang members found guilty. KSBW
- ➤ Elvis Deo Sundar, a school board member for the San Lucas Union Elementary School District, was arrested and booked into jail—facing charges of rape, sexual penetration by force, and sexual battery by restraint—with bail set at $2,000,000, and authorities said the alleged victim is not a student. KSBW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 20th Century Studios is filming a movie based on the novel Whalefall in Monterey and nearby areas — Pacific Grove, Carmel, Monastery Beach, Monterey High School and Monterey Bay — with details confirmed by the film's publicist. The project stars Josh Brolin and will be directed by Brian Duffield. KSBW
- ➤ The Monterey Art Museum Biennial shows over 100 art pieces by regional artists who explore hope and strength through images of nature and personal stories — including works inspired by a December tornado and captivating portraits that celebrate diverse voices. The exhibit runs through Aug. 31, inviting visitors to see how art can bring light into challenging times. Monterey Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salinas voters are gathering signatures to reverse the city council's repeal of rent control ordinances—volunteers have collected around 4,000 to 4,500 signatures and are using community events, stores, and door-to-door outreach to reach the 10,000 needed within the remaining two weeks. KION
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California Rodeo Salinas
6 PM - 11 PM — Salinas Sports Complex — Cost info not available — Experience California's largest rodeo with over a century of tradition and excitement.
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