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  SALINAS, CA, June 26, 2024 – Get ready for the excitement of the California Rodeo Salinas Carnival, starting Friday, July 12 and running daily from 3 pm to 11 pm until Sunday, July 21. Located at 295 Sun Way in Salinas, this family-friendly event, presented by JoyPer’s Shoes, promises affordable entertainment during Big Week.   "We’re thrilled to announce the return of Brass Ring Amusements Midway of Fun for the 2024 Rodeo Carnival," said Danny Little, chairman of the carnival committee. "We’re looking forward to providing another fantastic experience for our community this year."   Admission and parking are priced at $5 each, and early bird unlimited ride wristbands are available for $25 until July 11. Afterward, wristbands will be $35 from July 12 to the 21. Purchase wristbands online at https://www.carodeo.com/events/2024/rodeocarnival or visit the Salinas Sports Complex Ticket Office at 1034 N. Main Street, open Monday through Friday from 10 a...

  WASHINGTON, DC – On Wednesday, June 26 the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) passed H.R. 8812, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), a biannual authorization of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) Civil Works Program, which included 7 provisions requested by U.S. Representative Zoe Lofgren (CA-18).   “Proper water infrastructure – that prevents contamination and allows for clean drinking water – is a basic need in communities. As our country faces the effects of extreme heat, prolonged droughts and more severe storms, it is vital to make investments that improve resiliency and expand our water supply,” said Lofgren. “The provisions included for our often-overlooked Central Coast communities will either improve water resources outright or set the stage for future upgrades. The T&I Committee’s bipartisan vote today is an important first step, and I look forward to voting to advance this bill that is essential for California’s 18th Co...

  A multi vehicle collision took place on Highway 101 Southbound and near the Chualar River Road offramp in the Chualar area at 11:53 am on Wednesday, June 26. One vehicle was sandwiched between 2 big rig trucks. Minor injuries were reported from the wreck. 

PASO ROBLES, CA – Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind residents that all fireworks including “Safe and Sane” are prohibited in the City of Paso Robles. It’s that time when Americans everywhere will celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with family, friends, and fireworks. “While it is a great American tradition to enjoy fireworks around the Fourth of July, it is important to remember that all fireworks, even sparklers, pose dangers. The safest way to view fireworks is to watch professional displays,” said U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Chair Alex Hoehn-Saric. A report by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) finds a significant upward trend in fireworks-related injuries. For 2023, CPSC received reports of eight deaths and an estimated 9,700 injuries involving fireworks. Out of the eight deaths, five were associated with firework misuse, two with a device malfunction, and one involved unknown circumstances. This year the City of Paso Robles ...

  Salinas, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced on June 25 that a jury found Jose Omar Soto Velasquez guilty of felony domestic violence and dissuading or intimidating a witness. Velasquez and Jane Doe had been dating approximately 1 year and lived together for several months with Jane Doe’s 2 children. On April 28, 2023, Jane Doe attempted to leave their apartment, but Velasquez grabbed her arm and pulled her away from the door. Velasquez grabbed her neck and began to strangle Jane Doe while holding her against the wall. Jane Doe retreated to her children’s room, where Velasquez followed her and refused to let her leave for several hours. Jane Doe managed to get halfway out the door at one point when Velasquez grabbed her arm and slammed the door shut against her body. Jane Doe took photos of the significant bruising caused to her leg as a result. Once Jane Doe’s children got home from school, she took them to stay with her family in another ...

  SALINAS, California- Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced that Gonzales resident Jose Jesse Marquez, age 31, was sentenced to 19 years and 4 months in prison on June 25 by the Honorable Jennifer O’Keefe. Judge O’Keefe previously found Marquez guilty of four counts of felony animal abuse with the use of a knife, felony resisting a police officer, and felony burglary. Judge O’Keefe further found enhancements for a prior strike conviction, and numerous factors in aggravation, true. These convictions constitute four strike offenses under California’s three strikes law, ensuring that the defendant will face life behind bars if he commits another strike. At approximately 2:29am on February 18, 2023, the defendant rode his bicycle to the Gonzales High School and entered the property to take a tool. While there, he became upset at his mother. He approached the barn area and stabbed multiple animals belonging to the students. Two lambs died, one lamb survived, a...

  A 3.5 magnitude earthquake shook things up in south Monterey County at around 2:20 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon, June 25. According to the US Geological Survey, the tremor rattled 15 miles east of San Ardo close to the Fresno County line with a depth of 3.2 miles. There were reports that people in King City felt the quake. No damages were reported.