Salinas
Morning News
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Salinas. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The SPCA Monterey County Secret Santa program is matching over 200 local donors with more than 100 pets in care to receive gifts such as treats, toys, beds and blankets before Dec. 21. KSBW
- ➤ City officials reported that riser issues at Sherwood Hall are forcing organizers to cancel or relocate planned events, and Youth Orchestra Salinas will perform its winter concert at Fox Theater downtown at 5 p.m. on Dec. 12. Monterey County Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal State Monterey Bay saw a 7.5% enrollment increase this fall—adding nearly 1,000 students that boosted local spending but strained class and housing availability—and it announced plans to refurbish Gavilan Hall into housing for around 200 students. KSBW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Moderate tremors felt from Gilroy to Salinas were recorded in recent days, following stronger quakes in Japan and Alaska that spurred warnings for tsunami and larger shakes. Experts say these swarms (typical for the region) do not alter the risk of a major event, but residents should remain prepared. The Californian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salinas’ loan strategy has produced 800 affordable housing units after investing over $38.4M in developer loans over 10 years. In November, the city council approved $8.4M in new loans to fund 170 more units (using federal and state funds) as developers secure additional construction capital. Monterey County Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Public health officials warned residents against foraging wild mushrooms after at least 13 people in Monterey County became ill from toxic death caps since Thanksgiving week (some Salinas patients suffered severe liver damage including one fatality) and advise caution amid increased fall rains. Monterey County Now
- ➤ CHOMP nurses announced plans to unionize on Dec. 5 to address patient safety concerns and staffing cuts as they collected signatures at hospital entrances. Montage Health defended its union-free policy (noting ongoing employee dialogue) and maintained its commitment to quality care. Monterey County Now
- ➤ Suicide Prevention Service offers 24/7 mental health support and counseling for those impacted by suicide loss in Monterey County. The program partners with schools, hospitals + local law enforcement to raise awareness and connect survivors to care. Monterey County Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monterey Bay FC re-signed defender Nico Gordon to a multi-year contract as the club builds a stronger defense. The 23-year-old, who led last season in clearances, interceptions, tackles and blocks, is expected to boost the team's competitive edge. Monterey Herald
- ➤ Hartnell College players Angel Lomeli-Zuniga and Julian Espinoza Camacho were named to the United Soccer Coaches Junior College Division III All-American team after a season that saw the Panthers reach the State Final 4; Lomeli-Zuniga recorded eight goals and eight assists while Camacho strengthened the defense. Monterey Herald
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