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Greenfield Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Child Molestation

SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on January 9 that Judge Mark. E Hood sentenced 42-year-old Miguel Rubio of Greenfield, to 25 years in prison for committing 3 counts of forcible lewd acts upon a child under 14. These offenses are serious and violent felonies and considered strikes under California’s Three Strikes law. Rubio will also be required to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life. Jane Doe 2 reported that Rubio, a family member, had been sexually assaulting her for many years. Jane Doe 2 reported that Rubio touched her intimate areas over her clothing starting when she was in 7th grade. Jane Doe 2 disclosed that the sexual assaults continued until she left for college. Jane Doe 2’s brave disclosure to law enforcement resulted in Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 3 also reporting that Rubio had sexually assaulted them. Jane Doe 1 reported that Rubio touched her intimate areas numerous times over the clothing while she was sle...
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City of Soledad Landlord Pays $30,000 for Violating California's Tenant Protection Act and Other Consumer Protection Laws

  SALINAS, California - Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on January 9 that her Consumer Protection Unit has resolved a case against Mi Tierra Linda LLC, the owner of an apartment building located at 150 Encinal Road in Soledad. This settlement resolves multiple violations of law, including violations of California’s Tenant Protection Act, failure to maintain workers compensation insurance, failure to test for asbestos prior to disturbing potentially asbestos-containing materials, and hiring unlicensed contractors to perform renovation work. As part of the settlement, the landlord will pay $30,000 in civil penalties and is subject to an injunction prohibiting further violations. California’s Tenant Protection Act creates statewide protections against excessive rent increases and safeguards tenants who have lived in their homes for more than 12 months by requiring landlords to have “just cause” before terminating a lease. The law prohibits evictions int...
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Chris Stapleton to Perform a Special Pre-Fair Concert at the California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles on July 14!

  PASO ROBLES, CA – The California Mid-State Fair is thrilled to announce that Chris Stapleton will headline a special Pre-Fair Concert on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – one night before the Fair officially opens. Molly Tuttle will open the show as the opening act. This unprecedented early kick-off marks the first time in Fair history that fans will be welcomed onto the grounds ahead of Opening Day for a major concert event. The Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist will bring his powerhouse vocals and signature blend of country, soul, and rock to the Chumash Grandstand Arena for an unforgettable night under the Paso Robles summer sky. His supporting act will be Molly Tuttle. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM, and will be available online only at MidStateFair.com. Prices are set at $90, $110, $160, $210 and $260. A Message from Fair CEO Colleen Bojorquez “It is an honor and a privilege to host and present an artist of Chris Stapleton’s caliber,” said Coll...
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Lofgren Celebrates New Year with $8.6 Million Grant Announcement for Road Safety

  SAN JOSE, CA – On Wednesday , January 7 Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) announced that California's 18 th  district had received a total of $8,634,928 from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program.   "I'm proud to kick off 2026 with some amazing news for California's 18 th  district," Rep. Lofgren said.  "The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is once again strengthening California by delivering over $8.6 million in funding to ensure the safety of drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. I was proud to vote for this law, and I'm excited to see these funds improve road safety in San Benito County, Watsonville, and Morgan Hill."   The breakdown of the funding will be as follows:   ·                      $7,625,616 to San Benito County for the implementation of safety enhancement at 11 priority corr...
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King City City Council Announces Selection of José Arreola as New City Manager

  January 7, 2025-Following an extensive recruitment process, José Arreola has been selected by the King City City Council to be its next City Manager. Arreola will replace Steve Adams, who is retiring after serving in the position for the past 10 years. Arreola was selected from 31 applicants and 8 finalists for the position. The King City City Council will formally consider the proposed city manager contract at its meeting on Tuesday night, January 13. Arreola's first day on the job is scheduled to be February 23.    José Arreola has a distinguished career of serving the community with a particular commitment to youth. He has worked for the City of Salinas for 12 years as their Community Safety Program Manager, Community Safety Administrator and Assistant to the City Manager. Among other responsibilities, Arreola has led several programs to eliminate gang violence which aligns well with the City of King’s efforts and priorities. Prior to that, Arreola worked as an Educa...
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Lofgren Reflects on 5 Years Since January 6 Insurrection

  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), a former member of the U.S. House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6, 2021 Attack on the United States Capitol, released the following statement on January 6, 2026 reflecting on the deadly insurrection 5 years later:   "Five years ago was one of our country's darkest days. We saw law enforcement officers beaten, we saw gallows constructed to hang elected officials, and worst of all, we saw a lawless President cheer it on. The pain of January 6th hasn't faded over these past five years. Every year is a somber reminder of how fragile American democracy is and how close we came to losing it."   "No matter how much President Trump and his allies seek to rewrite the past and cover up this stain on our history, the American people remember. With over a million documents and hundreds of hours of footage from the January 6th Select Committee investigation, it is one of the most-documented cri...
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Correctional Healthcare Partners Begins Providing Healthcare Services to the Incarcerated Population at the Monterey County Jail in Salinas

  The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP) assumed responsibility at midnight on Thursday, January 1, 2026, as the new correctional healthcare provider for Monterey County Jail. CHP brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to delivering compassionate, comprehensive healthcare services to those in Monterey County Sheriff's Office custody. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest gratitude to California Forensic Medical Group (CFMG) for more than 40 years of dedicated service providing healthcare to the incarcerated population of the Monterey County Jail. CFMG’s commitment to quality care and professionalism has been an integral part of our correctional system for decades. Sheriff Tina Nieto highlighted, "We sincerely thank California Forensic Medical Group for their 4 decades of exceptional service to Monterey County. Their dedication to the health and well-being of our incarcerated popu...
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