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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Plans for a new campground and interpretive center were unveiled at Fort Ord Dunes State Park in Marina today with visitors praising the artist renderings. Work has begun on the $25 million project that will add nearly 100 campsites, a beach access trail, overlooks and a community center on 17 acres—features that will also highlight the park's military history over the next two years. KSBW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Monterey County Regional Fire Protection District said it was fighting a fire that threatened a structure in the Chualar area on Old Stage Road and Potter Road on June 25 + PG&E reported that eight customers lost power in the area. KSBW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Marina, godparents Marcus Berring-Hopkins and Tatiana Hale were sentenced to eight years and four years and eight months respectively for the May 2022 death of 9-month-old NoaKai Taliva'a—both must also follow a 10-year protective order and pay over $8,000 in restitution, while the baby's grandmother said the sentencing does not bring full justice. KSBW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Salinas produce stores and shoppers are feeling the pinch as iceberg lettuce prices may rise in the coming weeks due to warmer weather, higher gas prices, and extra fees, with some stores already charging more. The Monterey County Ag Commissioner will share further details on Tuesday (including insights on the 2024 harvest and new AI plans) as prices adjust. KION
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Phase one of a $35 million Carmel River floodplain restoration project has started at the former twin golf courses—removing 3,200 linear feet of riprap and excavating 650,000 cubic yards of sediment until Oct.31 to restore the river’s natural flow. The project will add a new pedestrian bridge for emergency access and phase two will begin in June 2026—phase three is set for mid-2027. Monterey Herald
- ➤ Monterey County officials and Cal Fire inspectors conducted home inspections near King City to help residents create defensible space that can protect homes from wildfires — they stress that clearing brush and keeping firewood away from houses is key to reducing risk. Town hall meetings and new hazard maps have also shown the important steps homeowners can take to stay safe. Monterey County Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Juan Carlos “JC” Portillo Contreras, a Salvadorian asylum seeker, was detained by ICE after his regular check-in was moved earlier from June 11 to June 4, which has raised fears of deportation among local residents. His wife Natalie Portillo said he was following the law even though his past DUI charges are known—authorities note that missed check-ins can trigger removal proceedings. Monterey County Now
- ➤ The California Court of Appeal clarified that drivers cannot hold and look at their phones while driving & that checking maps with a hand-held phone may lead to a ticket since mounted phones or a single swipe are exempt. Supporters say the decision will make roads safer while critics claim the law is unclear & there is no word on a potential state Supreme Court review. KSBW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monterey Peninsula College named Adrian Gallegos head football coach on Wednesday after he led the team as interim coach for five months. He said he will work to help more kids earn scholarships as the Lobos prepare for a tough fall season in the National Valley Conference — a change that comes after a strong recruitment drive — the athletic director said. Monterey Herald
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