Good morning, Salinas.

Today, The Quail in Carmel Valley features major car makers unveiling new supercars and historic icons celebrating Route 66's centennial (a famed American road).

The event draws global attention with glamorous displays and innovative launches.

Car enthusiasts gathered along Pebble Beach’s 17-Mile Drive on Wednesday, Aug.

13 during Monterey Car Week (with groups of 25–75 snapping photos) as drivers showcased rare vehicles while increased security from the Pebble Beach Company and CHP helped manage the crowds.

Matthew Kyler of Kyler Engineering will set up nearly 20 temporary showrooms during Monterey Car Week at sites such as The Quail and downtown Monterey's Cooper Molera Adobe using custom anchorage testing (to ensure safety) and creative designs for rare car displays.

Some residents in Big Sur remain in evacuation zones despite the Timber Fire covering over 4,500 acres as of Friday morning, while local businesses experience disruptions with water systems.

In Monterey Bay, El Niño is expected to bring unusual marine visitors like California sheephead and spiny lobster.

The Timber Fire expanded to 4,500 acres with 7% containment early Saturday along Highway 1 south of the Big Sur River and threatened over 500 structures.

Fire crews plus utility company teams are restoring infrastructure on the fire’s western flank.

Data from Realtor.com shows that in May Monterey County's median sale price fell 9.3% from $950K to $862K, with single-family homes dropping 14% (from $1M to $860K) and condominiums rising 18.9% while recorded sales increased to 248 transactions.

A new analysis by the Public Policy Institute of California on Aug.

14 found Californians now become homeowners at 47, up from 39 in 2009, and it noted that most working-age residents continue renting into their 30s and 40s; the report calls for more support for renters + first-time buyers.

During day eight of the high school football tour, Rancho San Juan High School is rebuilding its foundation after a challenging two-year stretch with a 1+19 record and plans to improve its play in upcoming games.

Female racing drivers in the Porsche Mobil 1 Female Driver Program shared their experiences during Monterey Car Week.

Sabre Cook said the program supports women with funding, prize tires, and mentorship — six drivers participated in the initiative launched in 2023.