Good morning, Salinas.

A wildfire preparedness guide advises residents on the Central Coast to pack essential supplies and review evacuation zones as temperatures rise.

The guide explains key steps to stay safe should an evacuation be ordered (including securing prescriptions and important documents).

California bans 'sell by' dates on food labels to reduce waste and save money, and local Salinas stores will soon update their packaging & advise shoppers on proper food freshness.

Officials in East Salinas are asking for public input on renaming the Cesar Chavez Library and Cesar Chavez Park.

The process gives residents a chance to help pick new names for these community landmarks.

Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1139 Tuesday to strengthen water conservation by permitting Monterey Peninsula Water Management District to enforce penalties on nonfunctional turf irrigation.

The law takes effect Jan. 1, 2027 for government properties and in 2028 for other commercial, industrial and institutional sites.

The CDC reports that thousands in the U.S. have been sickened by cyclospora in fresh produce, but the local case count in California remains within normal range (41 cases from January to June per the Department of Public Health).

Residents are advised to wash produce carefully.

The DEA has announced plans to temporarily classify certain potent 7-OH kratom products as Schedule I drugs (the strictest category) effective Aug.

5 to address concerns over addiction and overdose risks. Salinas residents should check product labels as varying state rules may affect availability and safety.

Zumper data shows that apartment rental prices in Salinas increased 4% from June 2025’s median of $2,395 to $2,500 in June.

One-bedroom listings also rose slightly while two-bedroom options remained nearly unchanged, pointing to steady growth in the local rental market.

California Rodeo Salinas

Daytime and evening events — Salinas Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of professional rodeo with over 110 years of tradition in sunny California.