Good morning, Salinas.

On Oct. 17, No Kings: Vote Early events will take place statewide with Salinas hosting an event on the sidewalks at Star Shopping Center from 12 to 2 p.m. — organizers aim to ensure eligible voters have early voting plans ahead of the midterm elections.

A new mural was completed Friday at Monterey County Juvenile Hall after nine days of work by youth and Fabian Deborah (founder of Homeboy Industries Art Academy) from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, featuring symbols like a hawk, a hummingbird, grapes, and portraits honoring two fallen probation officers.

USAF Thunderbirds — the iconic flight team — arrived at Monterey Airport on Sept.

24 and will perform at the 45th annual California International Airshow in Salinas today and tomorrow.

Delta Air Lines is returning to Monterey Regional Airport — adding nonstop flights to LAX and Salt Lake City starting Dec.

19 to expand options for travelers, residents, and local businesses.

Meshell Ndegeocello will release her cover album 'Synonym' on Oct.

2 and perform today at Monterey Jazz Festival on the Jimmy Lyons Stage (7-8:15 p.m.), where fans can enjoy a fresh take on classic tunes.

Monterey Youth Museum is hosting its second annual Worldwide Day of Play tomorrow from 10 to noon, offering play areas (agriculture, oceans, and medicine) for children to have fun and explore their world.

Monterey hosts the Student Authors and Ideas Festival today, where local speakers share simple messages (perseverance and love) to inspire young writers.

The event highlights creative expression and community learning.

Monterey County lifted evacuation warnings for several zones tied to the Timber Fire — now 59% contained after burning 25,513 acres in Big Sur — as firefighters worked on suppression repair and secured fire lines along Highway 1, though some warnings remain active.

The Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula held a ribbon cutting today for its new Da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system, which aims to shorten recovery from weeks to days — boosting precision in complex surgeries.

An invasive mosquito species, Aedes aegypti, is biting more during the day across California and has been found in at least 28 counties.

Health officials urge residents to remove standing water from pots & gutters to lower breeding sites and prevent disease risks.

King City extended its 14-game winning streak with a 34–21 win that marked Monte Vista’s first loss this season—local fans cheered the defense that drove the result.