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UPDATE: Inmate Found Dead in the Monterey County Jail in Salinas on April 22 has been Identified

  Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has identified the person that was found to be unresponsive in their housing cell and was later pronounced dead. Just after 5:00 AM on Wednesday April 22, 2026, deputies at Monterey County Jail were distributing meals and located an unresponsive incarcerated person in their housing cell. Deputies and in-house medical personnel initiated life-saving measures. Emergency assistance was also requested from and provided by allied fire and ambulance personnel. The individual was transported to a local hospital where despite all life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead. The inmate has been identified as 34-year-old Alejandro Zepeda of Salinas. In accordance with established protocol and to ensure an independent and objective review, the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has requested the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office Coroner Unit to conduct a post-mortem forensic examination to determine the cause and manner of death. The Monterey County Sher...
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Death Investigation at the Monterey County Jail in Salinas on April 22

  Just after 5:00 AM on Wednesday April 22, 2026, deputies at the Monterey County Jail were distributing meals and located an unresponsive inmate in their housing cell. Deputies and in-house medical personnel immediately initiated life-saving measures. Emergency assistance was also requested from allied fire and ambulance personnel. The individual was transported to a local hospital. Despite all life-saving efforts though the individual was pronounced dead at the hospital. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has requested assistance from the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office Coroner Unit to conduct a post-mortem forensic examination and determine the cause and manner of death. The identity of the person has not been released at this time pending notification of next of kin. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is committed to transparency and accountability. This incident will be investigated thoroughly, and additional information will be released as it becomes available, co...
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SMCRWF to Hold Scholarship Luncheon in King City on April 24

  Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be hosting its Scholarship Luncheon on Friday, April 24 from 11:00am until 1:30pm at the King City Recreation Center located at 401 Division Street in King City. The best cooks in town will prepare salads and lunch specialties. There will be a silent auction and raffle prizes. Live music will be provided.  The proceeds from this event help fund three $1000 scholarships for High School Seniors in South County. Everyone is welcome to stop by for lunch or carry out. Tickets are $15 each and are available from any member or at the door. Call (831) 382-4230 for further information.
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Registration is Now Open for SPCA Monterey County’s Summer Animal Camps; Fun, Fur, and New Junior Vet Program

  SALINAS, CA — Ready for a summer filled with fun and fur? SPCA Monterey County is excited to announce that registration is now open for its popular Summer Animal Camps! Held at the beautiful SPCA campus in the newly renovated Claire Jacobson Learning Center, these camps offer children a unique opportunity to turn their love for animals into a summer of compassion, education, and excitement. SPCA Animal Camp is designed to empower children to make a difference for the pets and wildlife that enrich our lives. Through a mix of guided games and hands-on experiences, kids explore the vital work of the SPCA. Activities include lessons in animal safety and handling, hikes on the scenic SPCA grounds, crafting toys and treats for shelter pets, and meeting rescued wildlife, horses, and barn pets. "Our camps are all about kindness and compassion," says Kennedy Rivera, SPCA Community Educator. "From learning rescue basics to interacting with the animals in our care, campers get a ...
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Lofgren Commemorates Earth Day with Bipartisan Legislation to Support Wildlife Migration and Protect Biodiversity

  WASHINGTON, DC – On Wednesday, April 22, on Earth Day, Representatives Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), Don Beyer (D-VA), Vern Buchanan (R-FL), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced the Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act. This legislation would support planning for and identification of natural species migration patterns to improve safe, free movement between habitats by establishing a National Wildlife Corridor System. “This Earth Day, I'm proud to help lead this bipartisan bill that would have a profound and positive impact on America's biodiversity,” said Rep. Zoe Lofgren. “Especially in my home state of California, wildlife corridors have proven to be a key solution to help species that are moving across habitats due to climate change. Not only will this bill help to reduce vehicle collisions with wildlife, but it will allow America's many ecosystems to flourish.” “Biodiversity loss has a major impact on our planet’s resilience and affects our lives as ...
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Company Pays Civil Penalty for Misleading Environmental Advertising

  SALINAS, California - Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announces that her office, along with 10 other District Attorney’s Offices in California, have resolved a misleading advertising case against Venus Laboratories, Inc., which does business as “Earth Friendly Products” under the brand name “ECOS.” As part of the settlement, the company will pay $176,110 in civil penalties and costs to resolve the alleged violations. ECOS manufactures, markets, and sells cleaning products to California consumers, including through retail stores and online platforms. ECOS also advertises its products through its website, www.ecos.com. This action arises from allegations that the company marketed and sold laundry and dishwasher detergent sheet products labeled as “plastic free” and “zero plastic,” when the products contained plastic in the form of polyvinyl alcohol (“PVA”), also referred to as “PVOH.” ECOS further represented that these products were biodegradable when prosecu...
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California Rodeo Salinas Teams Up with Monterey Bay FC for “Boots On The Pitch” on June 20; Western Heritage Meets Soccer for a One-Of-A-Kind Fan Experience at Cardinale Stadium

  SALINAS, CA, April 20, 2026 – The California Rodeo Salinas is proud to announce a new partnership with Monterey Bay Football Club for a special themed night, “Boots on the Pitch,” taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Cardinale Stadium. This exciting collaboration brings together two of Monterey County’s most beloved traditions—Western heritage and professional soccer—for an unforgettable evening of family-friendly fun. Fans attending the match will get a taste of rodeo action both outside and inside the stadium. Before kickoff, the California Rodeo Salinas will host a lively activation area featuring appearances by Miss California Rodeo Salinas, a roping dummy, prize wheel, and more. (Activation start time to be announced.) At halftime, the Rodeo will bring the energy onto the field with a stick-horse barrel racing competition, featuring local produce company mascots alongside the Rodeo’s own mascot, The Dude, guaranteed to entertain fans of all ages. The Rodeo experience ...
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